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Audi A5 Sportback vs CUPRA Leon comparison

Compare performance (639 HP vs 325 HP), boot space and price (40,200 £ vs 35,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A5 Sportback or CUPRA Leon?

Audi A5 Sportback vs CUPRA Leon: Key differences

Audi A5 Sportback

  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space
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CUPRA Leon

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  • somewhat cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • slightly more electric range
  • clearly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A5 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.

CUPRA Leon is somewhat cheaper – starting at 35,700 £ , while the Audi A5 Sportback costs 40,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,522 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Leon uses 1.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Audi A5 Sportback with 2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Leon offers slightly more range – reaching up to 131 km, about 21 km more than the Audi A5 Sportback.

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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 A5 Sportback offers clearly more power – delivering 639 HP compared to 325 HP. That’s roughly 314 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A5 Sportback is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the CUPRA Leon takes 5.4 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A5 Sportback delivers considerably more torque with 825 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 405 Nm more.

A5 Sportback

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Leon is clearly lighter – 1,371 kg compared to 1,770 kg. The difference is around 399 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A5 Sportback offers slightly more boot space – 445 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 65 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A5 Sportback carries marginally more – 530 kg compared to 493 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A5 Sportback is far ahead overall 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.

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A5 Sportback

Audi A5 Sportback

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 639 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2 - 7.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 84 - 110 km
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The Audi A5 Sportback dresses up sleek coupe proportions with the everyday sense of a practical hatchback, so you get striking looks without the compromises. Behind the wheel it balances poise and comfort with premium trimmings that make daily driving feel a little bit special — ideal for buyers who want style and substance in equal measure.

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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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Coutand
2 Jul 2026, 16:43:43

It's a very good sporty and comfortable car, light and powerful with very good handling. The vehicle is very comfortable and pleasant; I tried it — it's the one I recommend. It's reasonably priced depending on the engine.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
40,200 - 91,000 £
Price
35,700 - 50,900 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
84 - 110 km
Electric Range
124 - 131 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
45 - 172 g/km
co2
28 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,770 - 2,430 kg
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,708 kg
Trunk capacity
331 - 445 L
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,860 - 1,952 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
475 - 530 kg
Payload
432 - 493 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 639 HP
Power HP
150 - 325 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
280 - 825 Nm
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 470 kW
Power kW
110 - 239 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, F
Brand
Audi
Brand
CUPRA
What drivetrain options does the Audi A5 Sportback have?

The Audi A5 Sportback is available as All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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