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Audi A5 Sportback vs CUPRA Leon SP Wagon - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (367 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (38700 £ vs 33700 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A5 Sportback or CUPRA Leon SP Wagon?

Audi A5 Sportback

CUPRA Leon SP Wagon

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

A5 Sportback @ Audi AG

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

CUPRA Leon SP Wagon has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33700 £, while the Audi A5 Sportback costs 38700 £. That’s a price difference of around 5057 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Leon SP Wagon manages with 1.30 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Audi A5 Sportback with 2 L. The difference is about 0.70 L per 100 km.

As for range, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon performs slightly better – achieving up to 130 km, about 20 km more than the Audi A5 Sportback.

Leon SP Wagon @ CUPRA / SEAT S.A.

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A5 Sportback has a barely noticeable edge – offering 367 HP compared to 333 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A5 Sportback is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 4.50 s, while the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon takes 4.80 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the performs better – reaching , while the tops out at . The difference is around .

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A5 Sportback pulls noticeable stronger with 550 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm difference.

A5 Sportback @ Audi AG

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.

Seats: CUPRA Leon SP Wagon offers slightly more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, CUPRA Leon SP Wagon is noticeable lighter – 1416 kg compared to 1770 kg. The difference is around 354 kg.

In terms of boot space, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon offers distinct more room – 620 L compared to 445 L. That’s a difference of about 175 L.

In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon performs slightly better – up to 1600 L, which is about 301 L more than the Audi A5 Sportback.

When it comes to payload, CUPRA Leon SP Wagon barely noticeable takes the win – 535 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race?

The CUPRA Leon SP Wagon proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
CUPRA Leon SP Wagon is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £33,700
Leon SP Wagon @ CUPRA / SEAT S.A.

CUPRA Leon SP Wagon

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 333 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.3 - 8.3 L
  • Electric Range : 124 - 130 km
Audi A5 Sportback
CUPRA Leon SP Wagon

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Audi A5 Sportback

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 SP Wagon

The CUPRA Leon Sportstourer turns the humble family wagon into something that looks and drives like it belongs on the racetrack while still swallowing your shopping and weekend gear without complaint. Stylish, practical and with a cabin that feels grown-up, it’s the kind of car for buyers who demand function but don’t want to hide the fun.

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Audi A5 Sportback
CUPRA Leon SP Wagon
A5 Sportback @ Audi AG
Leon SP Wagon @ CUPRA / SEAT S.A.

Costs and Consumption

Price
38700 - 68600 £
Price
33700 - 53900 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 8.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
107 - 110 km
Electric Range
124 - 130 km
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
45 - 172 g/km
co2
29 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1770 - 2170 kg
Curb weight
1416 - 1756 kg
Trunk capacity
331 - 445 L
Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
Length
4829 - 4835 mm
Length
4656 - 4659 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1799 mm
Height
1429 - 1444 mm
Height
1438 - 1463 mm
Max trunk capacity
1175 - 1299 L
Max trunk capacity
1450 - 1600 L
Payload
475 - 530 kg
Payload
394 - 535 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 367 HP
Power HP
150 - 333 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
214 - 250 km/h
Torque
280 - 550 Nm
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 270 kW
Power kW
110 - 245 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, F, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
CUPRA
Is the Audi A5 Sportback offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.