CUPRA KIRO reveal challenger for GEN4 campaign

Embarking on a new chapter in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, CUPRA KIRO have revealed their GEN4 challenger at the Paris Motor Show.

Teams

12 Oct '26

Entering the GEN4 era in style, CUPRA KIRO's new livery witnesses an evolution of the visual identity that has become synonymous with the team since Kiro Race Co’s Co-Title Partnership with CUPRA started in 2024. The squad's eye-catching fluorescent yellow continues to remain at the heart of the livery, complemented by the signature copper tones of high-performance automotive brand, CUPRA.

To mark the start of Formula E's fastest and most thrilling era to date, the design takes on a more aggressive character, with its bold lines reflecting the visceral driving experience of the championship's GEN4 machinery.

Capable of reaching speeds in excess of 335kph, 0-100kph in approximately 1.8 seconds, and 0-200kph in just 4.4 seconds - 1.5 seconds faster than its predecessor - GEN4 will deliver 50% more power in race mode than the current GEN3 Evo race car. The GEN4 car will be an average of 10 seconds faster per lap than the GEN3 car in qualifying mode. In ATTACK MODE, GEN4 produces up to 600kW of power, a 71% increase in base output over GEN3 Evo, delivering performance that pushes the limits of electric racing. GEN4 is the only single-seater race car with permanent all-wheel drive.

Behind-the-wheel of CUPRA KIRO's newest championship challenger will be Pepe Martí and Jake Hughes. Together, the pair are an exciting prospect - combining experience, youth and pure performance.

Russell O’Hagan, CUPRA KIRO Team Principal, said: “Unveiling our GEN4 car is a significant moment for the whole team. Collectively, we’ve put an enormous amount of work into preparing for this defining new era of Formula E, and launching our season today is the product of a huge amount of dedication made across the entire organisation. GEN4 represents a major step forward for Formula E, and in our technical package and driver lineup, we have a genuine opportunity to compete at the front of the field.

"We know that the level of competition will be extremely high, but we’re entering this season with a clear ambition to challenge and to establish ourselves as contenders. We made improvements to almost every area of the team over the last year, and now, we get the chance put our work to the test. There’s a real sense of faith and belief within the team, and we’re hungry to turn that into performance when we go racing later this year. I can’t wait to see what we can achieve.”