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CUPRA Born vs SEAT Leon – Which car suits you better?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or SEAT Leon?

CUPRA Born

SEAT Leon

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

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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.

SEAT Leon has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24500 £, while the CUPRA Born costs 34700 £. That’s a price difference of around 10217 £.

As for range, the CUPRA Born performs decisively better – achieving up to 594 km, about 461 km more than the SEAT Leon.

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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 Born has a slightly edge – offering 326 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Born is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 5.60 s, while the SEAT Leon takes 7.70 s. That’s about 2.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the SEAT Leon performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 220 km/h, while the CUPRA Born tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Born pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 545 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 185 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, SEAT Leon is noticeable lighter – 1344 kg compared to 1828 kg. The difference is around 484 kg.

In terms of boot space, the CUPRA Born offers slight more room – 385 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

In maximum load capacity, the SEAT Leon performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1301 L, which is about 34 L more than the CUPRA Born.

When it comes to payload, SEAT Leon to a small extent takes the win – 521 kg compared to 452 kg. That’s a difference of about 69 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the CUPRA Born shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

CUPRA Born
SEAT Leon

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CUPRA Born

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 - 326 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 16 kWh
  • Electric Range : 427 - 594 km
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CUPRA Born

The CUPRA Born blends sharp, athletic styling with a playful electric character, delivering hatchback agility and hot-hatch attitude whether you're darting through the city or cruising the open road. Inside, the cabin punches above its weight with smart materials and practical space, making it a compelling pick for buyers who want electric motoring without surrendering the grin.

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SEAT Leon

SEAT Leon pairs sharp, modern styling with a cabin that's sensible and slightly sporty, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want flair without fuss. It drives with eager composure and offers a neat balance of comfort and agility, so you get everyday usability with a wink of fun.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34700 - 45300 £
Price
24500 - 36400 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
427 - 594 km
Electric Range
133 km
Battery Capacity
60 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
27 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1828 - 1999 kg
Curb weight
1344 - 1657 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
4324 mm
Length
4368 mm
Width
1809 mm
Width
1799 mm
Height
1540 mm
Height
1442 - 1460 mm
Max trunk capacity
1267 L
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1301 L
Payload
431 - 452 kg
Payload
473 - 521 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 326 HP
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
197 - 220 km/h
Torque
265 - 545 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 240 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
SEAT

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What drivetrain options does the CUPRA Born have?

The CUPRA Born is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.

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