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Audi Q2 vs CUPRA Leon – Which one offers the better deal?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q2 or CUPRA Leon?

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

Q2 @ Audi AG

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Audi Q2 has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24900 £, while the CUPRA Leon costs 31800 £. That’s a price difference of around 6900 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Leon manages with 1.30 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Audi Q2 with 4.80 L. The difference is about 3.50 L per 100 km.

Leon @ CUPRA / SEAT S.A.

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.

Both models deliver identical power – 300 HP each.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q2 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the CUPRA Leon takes 5.70 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

Both models offer the same torque – 400 Nm.

Q2 @ 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Audi Q2 is hardly perceptible lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1371 kg. The difference is around 41 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi Q2 offers hardly perceptible more room – 405 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 25 L.

In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Leon performs a bit better – up to 1301 L, which is about 251 L more than the Audi Q2.

When it comes to payload, Audi Q2 hardly perceptible takes the win – 510 kg compared to 504 kg. That’s a difference of about 6 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the CUPRA Leon shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £31,800
Leon @ CUPRA / SEAT S.A.

CUPRA Leon

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 300 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.3 - 7.7 L
  • Electric Range : 124 - 131 km
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Audi Q2

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The Audi Q2 packs Audi’s premium attitude into a compact, cheeky package that turns city streets into a runway for tasteful design and clever practicality. It’s an easy car to live with thanks to an upscale cabin, composed manners and sprightly handling, and while it won’t satisfy someone chasing sports-car thrills, it’s a smart, stylish pick for buyers who want substance with a wink.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
24900 - 43600 £
Price
31800 - 49200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 8.1 L
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
124 - 131 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
127 - 183 g/km
co2
28 - 175 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1330 - 1610 kg
Curb weight
1371 - 1708 kg
Trunk capacity
355 - 405 L
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
4208 - 4216 mm
Length
4398 - 4399 mm
Width
1794 - 1802 mm
Width
1799 mm
Height
1495 - 1508 mm
Height
1444 - 1467 mm
Max trunk capacity
1000 - 1050 L
Max trunk capacity
1191 - 1301 L
Payload
450 - 510 kg
Payload
432 - 504 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 300 HP
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
197 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
213 - 250 km/h
Torque
200 - 400 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 221 kW
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
CUPRA

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What drivetrain options does the Audi Q2 have?

The Audi Q2 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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