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BYD Dolphin vs CUPRA Leon SP Wagon comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (29,700 £ vs 37,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Dolphin or CUPRA Leon SP Wagon?

BYD Dolphin vs CUPRA Leon SP Wagon: Key differences

BYD Dolphin

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  • noticeably cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
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CUPRA Leon SP Wagon

  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
  • significantly more trunk space
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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

Dolphin

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.

BYD Dolphin is noticeably cheaper – starting at 29,700 £ , while the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon costs 37,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,203 £.

As for electric range, the BYD Dolphin offers substantially more range – reaching up to 427 km, about 297 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 CUPRA Leon SP Wagon offers clearly more power – delivering 333 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 129 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the BYD Dolphin takes 7 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon delivers markedly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm more.

Dolphin

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 slightly lighter – 1,416 kg compared to 1,658 kg. The difference is around 242 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon offers significantly more boot space – 620 L compared to 345 L. That’s a difference of about 275 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon carries markedly more – 535 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 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.

from £37,900
Leon SP Wagon

CUPRA Leon SP Wagon

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 333 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.3 - 8.3 L/100km
  • Electric Range 124 - 130 km
BYD Dolphin
CUPRA Leon SP Wagon

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BYD Dolphin

The BYD Dolphin is a cheeky electric hatchback that blends playful styling with surprising practicality, making it a brilliant city companion for buyers who want modern tech without the showroom bravado. It’s comfy, efficient and easy to live with, and while it won’t blind you with supercar drama, it will quietly get the job done with plenty of character.

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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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BYD Dolphin
CUPRA Leon SP Wagon

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,700 - 31,400 £
Price
37,900 - 50,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
427 km
Electric Range
124 - 130 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
29 - 188 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,658 kg
Curb weight
1,416 - 1,756 kg
Trunk capacity
345 L
Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,770 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
150 - 333 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
310 Nm
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
110 - 245 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, F, B
Brand
BYD
Brand
CUPRA
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