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Audi A8 vs CUPRA Leon comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 325 HP), boot space and price (91,400 £ vs 35,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or CUPRA Leon?

Audi A8 vs CUPRA Leon: Key differences

Audi A8

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  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space
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CUPRA Leon

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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • significantly 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

A8

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

CUPRA Leon is considerably cheaper – starting at 35,700 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 55,693 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Leon uses 1.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Audi A8 with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 3.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Leon offers clearly more range – reaching up to 131 km, about 73 km more than the Audi A8.

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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 A8 offers considerably more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 325 HP. That’s roughly 246 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A8 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the CUPRA Leon takes 5.4 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A8 delivers significantly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 380 Nm more.

A8

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 terms of curb weight, CUPRA Leon is significantly lighter – 1,371 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 664 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A8 offers very slightly more boot space – 390 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A8 carries visibly more – 700 kg compared to 493 kg. That’s a difference of about 207 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Leon 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.

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Leon

CUPRA Leon

  • Engine Type Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 325 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.3 - 7.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 124 - 131 km
Audi A8
CUPRA Leon

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Audi A8

The Audi A8 arrives with the kind of quiet authority that makes other limousines feel like they’re trying too hard, offering a cabin wrapped in subtle luxury and tech that never demands attention. For buyers who want composed comfort and discreet status, it’s the sensible splurge that turns daily commutes into a private parade.

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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 A8
CUPRA Leon

Costs and Consumption

Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
Price
35,700 - 50,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 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
58 km
Electric Range
124 - 131 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
105 - 260 g/km
co2
28 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,035 - 2,415 kg
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,708 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,945 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
525 - 700 kg
Payload
432 - 493 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Power HP
150 - 325 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Power kW
110 - 239 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, F
Brand
Audi
Brand
CUPRA
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