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BMW i5 vs CUPRA Leon SP Wagon comparison

Compare performance (601 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (60,800 £ vs 37,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i5 or CUPRA Leon SP Wagon?

BMW i5 vs CUPRA Leon SP Wagon: Key differences

BMW i5

  • clearly more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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CUPRA Leon SP Wagon

  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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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 is clearly cheaper – starting at 37,900 £ , while the BMW i5 costs 60,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,877 £.

As for electric range, the BMW i5 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 627 km, about 497 km more than the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon.

Leon SP Wagon

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 BMW i5 offers clearly more power – delivering 601 HP compared to 333 HP. That’s roughly 268 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i5 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon takes 4.8 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i5 delivers clearly more torque with 820 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 400 Nm more.

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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 SP Wagon is clearly lighter – 1,416 kg compared to 2,195 kg. The difference is around 779 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon offers visibly more boot space – 620 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 130 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW i5 carries barely more – 545 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i5 is clearly superior 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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BMW i5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 340 - 601 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 540 - 627 km
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BMW i5

The BMW i5 swaps predictable executive-car manners for a confident electric vibe, marrying refined comfort with surprisingly engaging steering. It’s a practical choice that doesn’t feel dull, offering the kind of clean, premium experience that makes commuting feel like a small indulgence.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
60,800 - 85,900 £
Price
37,900 - 50,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
540 - 627 km
Electric Range
124 - 130 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
29 - 188 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,195 - 2,370 kg
Curb weight
1,416 - 1,756 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
525 - 545 kg
Payload
394 - 535 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 601 HP
Power HP
150 - 333 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
430 - 820 Nm
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
250 - 442 kW
Power kW
110 - 245 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, F, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
CUPRA
Is the BMW i5 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW i5 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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