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Audi A3 Sportback vs CUPRA Leon - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (400 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (27000 £ vs 31800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Sportback or CUPRA Leon?
A3 Sportback
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Audi A3 Sportback has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27000 £ , while the CUPRA Leon costs 31800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4757 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A3 Sportback manages with 1.10 L and is therefore to a small extent more efficient than the CUPRA Leon with 1.30 L. The difference is about 0.20 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Audi A3 Sportback performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 141 km, about 10 km more than the CUPRA Leon.
Leon
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Audi A3 Sportback has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 400 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 100 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Sportback is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the CUPRA Leon takes 5.70 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Leon performs slight better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Audi A3 Sportback tops out at 237 km/h. The difference is around 13 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A3 Sportback pulls to a small extent stronger with 500 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm difference.
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A3 Sportback
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Audi A3 Sportback is slight lighter – 1360 kg compared to 1371 kg. The difference is around 11 kg.
Boot capacity is identical – both offer 380 L of storage.
In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Leon performs slightly better – up to 1301 L, which is about 201 L more than the Audi A3 Sportback.
When it comes to payload, CUPRA Leon minimal takes the win – 483 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Audi A3 Sportback is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
Audi A3 Sportback
CUPRA Leon
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Audi A3 Sportback
Audi A3 Sportback
The Audi A3 Sportback wraps premium materials and crisp German design into a practical hatchback package that makes daily driving feel smart rather than showy. It’s nimble in the city, composed on longer trips, and carries just enough swagger to satisfy buyers who want quality without shouting about it.
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CUPRA Leon
The Cupra Leon blends sporting intent with everyday practicality, serving up sharp handling and a cabin that feels more premium than its hatchback looks might suggest. It's a driver's car in commuter clothing — lively, distinctive, and clever enough to make daily driving feel a little less routine without screaming for attention.
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Audi A3 Sportback
CUPRA Leon
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
27000 - 56600 £
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Price
31800 - 49200 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.7 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
134 - 141 km
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Electric Range
124 - 131 km
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
25 - 211 g/km
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co2
28 - 175 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1360 - 1685 kg
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Curb weight
1371 - 1708 kg
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Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
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Length
4352 - 4353 mm
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Length
4398 - 4399 mm
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Width
1816 - 1851 mm
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Width
1799 mm
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Height
1441 - 1470 mm
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Height
1444 - 1467 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1100 L
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Max trunk capacity
1191 - 1301 L
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Payload
410 - 480 kg
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Payload
432 - 483 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 400 HP
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Power HP
150 - 300 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.9 s
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Max Speed
225 - 237 km/h
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Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
85 - 294 kW
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Power kW
110 - 221 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, B
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
CUPRA
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What drive types are available for the Audi A3 Sportback?
The Audi A3 Sportback is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.