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BMW X6 vs CUPRA Leon comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 325 HP), boot space and price (84,100 £ vs 35,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X6 or CUPRA Leon?

BMW X6 vs CUPRA Leon: Key differences

BMW X6

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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CUPRA Leon

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • considerably 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

X6

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

CUPRA Leon is significantly cheaper – starting at 35,700 £ , while the BMW X6 costs 84,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 48,407 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Leon uses 1.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the BMW X6 with 7.2 L/100km. The difference is about 5.9 L/100km.

Leon

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW X6 offers significantly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 325 HP. That’s roughly 300 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X6 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the CUPRA Leon takes 5.4 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X6 delivers clearly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 330 Nm more.

X6

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Leon is considerably lighter – 1,371 kg compared to 2,240 kg. The difference is around 869 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X6 offers noticeably more boot space – 580 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 200 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X6 carries noticeably more – 695 kg compared to 493 kg. That’s a difference of about 202 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Leon stands well ahead of its rival 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 £35,700
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
BMW X6
CUPRA Leon

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW X6

The BMW X6 wears its coupe-SUV looks like a tuxedo with oversized shoulders, turning everyday traffic into a catwalk whenever it glides past. It serves up sporty handling and a plush cabin with just enough practicality to keep daily life sane — perfect for buyers who crave drama without completely abandoning common sense.

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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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BMW X6
CUPRA Leon

Costs and Consumption

Price
84,100 - 147,300 £
Price
35,700 - 50,900 £
Consumption L/100km
7.2 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
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
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co2
188 - 288 g/km
co2
28 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,240 - 2,445 kg
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,708 kg
Trunk capacity
580 L
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
2,004 - 2,019 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
595 - 695 kg
Payload
432 - 493 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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
298 - 625 HP
Power HP
150 - 325 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Power kW
110 - 239 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

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