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BMW 3 Series Saloon vs CUPRA Leon SP Wagon comparison
Compare performance (530 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (39,900 £ vs 37,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Saloon or CUPRA Leon SP Wagon?
BMW 3 Series Saloon vs CUPRA Leon SP Wagon: Key differences
3 Series Saloon
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 SP Wagon is marginally cheaper – starting at 37,400 £ , while the BMW 3 Series Saloon costs 39,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,580 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon uses 1.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the BMW 3 Series Saloon with 2.4 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.
As for electric range, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon offers clearly more range – reaching up to 130 km, about 29 km more than the BMW 3 Series Saloon.
Leon SP Wagon
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 BMW 3 Series Saloon offers noticeably more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 333 HP. That’s roughly 197 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon takes 4.8 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 3 Series Saloon delivers clearly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 280 Nm more.
3 Series Saloon
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 SP Wagon is somewhat lighter – 1,416 kg compared to 1,575 kg. The difference is around 159 kg.
Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon offers clearly more boot space – 620 L compared to 480 L. That’s a difference of about 140 L.
When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon carries barely more – 535 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The CUPRA Leon SP Wagon has the upper hand 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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CUPRA Leon SP Wagon
BMW 3 Series Saloon
CUPRA Leon SP Wagon
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BMW 3 Series Saloon
The BMW 3 Series saloon is a driver's car in a suit, blending poised handling with a cabin that feels more premium than its practicality suggests. It’s composed enough for daily duties yet playful enough to keep weekend drives interesting, making it a sensible choice for buyers who still want to have fun.
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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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BMW 3 Series Saloon
CUPRA Leon SP Wagon
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
39,900 - 91,000 £
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Price
37,400 - 50,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 8.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
96 - 101 km
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Electric Range
124 - 130 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
54 - 227 g/km
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co2
29 - 188 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
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Curb weight
1,416 - 1,756 kg
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Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
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Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
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Width
1,799 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
405 - 495 kg
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Payload
394 - 535 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 530 HP
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Power HP
150 - 333 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
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Torque
250 - 420 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
110 - 390 kW
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Power kW
110 - 245 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, F, B
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
CUPRA
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