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BMW iX vs CUPRA Leon comparison

Compare performance (659 HP vs 325 HP), boot space and price (71,600 £ vs 35,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX or CUPRA Leon?

BMW iX vs CUPRA Leon: Key differences

BMW iX

4.2 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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CUPRA Leon

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially 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

iX

Costs and Efficiency:

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

CUPRA Leon is significantly cheaper – starting at 35,700 £ , while the BMW iX costs 71,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 35,893 £.

As for electric range, the BMW iX offers significantly more range – reaching up to 701 km, about 570 km more than the CUPRA Leon.

Leon

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 iX offers considerably more power – delivering 659 HP compared to 325 HP. That’s roughly 334 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW iX is considerably 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 BMW iX delivers clearly more torque with 1,015 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 595 Nm more.

iX

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 substantially lighter – 1,371 kg compared to 2,525 kg. The difference is around 1,154 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW iX offers noticeably more boot space – 500 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 120 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW iX carries moderately more – 575 kg compared to 493 kg. That’s a difference of about 82 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW iX 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.

from £71,600
iX

BMW iX

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 408 - 659 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.8 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 600 - 701 km
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Reviews BMW iX

4.2 (3 Reviews)
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Massimiliano La Vignma
5 Feb 2026, 13:42:39

Innovative, with generous interior space but at the expense of the boot. I have an M60 — strong acceleration and excellent self-charging, especially on the motorway.

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5 (1 Reviews)
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Coutand
2 Jul 2026, 16:43:43

It's a very good sporty and comfortable car, light and powerful with very good handling. The vehicle is very comfortable and pleasant; I tried it — it's the one I recommend. It's reasonably priced depending on the engine.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
71,600 - 108,400 £
Price
35,700 - 50,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
600 - 701 km
Electric Range
124 - 131 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
28 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
2,525 - 2,655 kg
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,708 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,970 mm
Width
1,799 mm
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
505 - 575 kg
Payload
432 - 493 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
408 - 659 HP
Power HP
150 - 325 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
700 - 1,015 Nm
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
300 - 485 kW
Power kW
110 - 239 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, F
Brand
BMW
Brand
CUPRA
Is the BMW iX offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW iX is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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