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CUPRA Formentor vs SEAT Leon – Which one offers the better deal?

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

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.

SEAT Leon has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24500 £, while the CUPRA Formentor costs 35200 £. That’s a price difference of around 10787 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: SEAT Leon manages with 1.20 L and is therefore slightly more efficient than the CUPRA Formentor with 1.40 L. The difference is about 0.20 L per 100 km.

As for range, the SEAT Leon performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 133 km, about 7 km more than the CUPRA Formentor.

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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 CUPRA Formentor has a a bit edge – offering 333 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 61 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Formentor is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the SEAT Leon takes 7.70 s. That’s about 2.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Formentor performs to a small extent better – reaching 250 km/h, while the SEAT Leon tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Formentor pulls slightly stronger with 420 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, SEAT Leon is slight lighter – 1344 kg compared to 1434 kg. The difference is around 90 kg.

In terms of boot space, the CUPRA Formentor offers to a small extent more room – 450 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.

In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Formentor performs to a small extent better – up to 1505 L, which is about 204 L more than the SEAT Leon.

When it comes to payload, CUPRA Formentor minimal takes the win – 526 kg compared to 521 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the CUPRA Formentor shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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.

from about £35,200
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CUPRA Formentor

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 333 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.4 - 8.8 L
  • Electric Range : 117 - 126 km
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CUPRA Formentor

With coupe-like lines and a muscular stance the Cupra Formentor blends sporty drama with everyday sense, so it looks like it’s in motion even at a standstill. Inside and out it’s tuned for drivers who want engaging handling and a grown-up cabin — practical enough for daily life, playful enough to make the commute feel like a short track session.

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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
35200 - 55000 £
Price
24500 - 36400 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.8 L
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
117 - 126 km
Electric Range
133 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
32 - 199 g/km
co2
27 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1434 - 1742 kg
Curb weight
1344 - 1657 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
4451 mm
Length
4368 mm
Width
1839 mm
Width
1799 mm
Height
1511 - 1537 mm
Height
1442 - 1460 mm
Max trunk capacity
1415 - 1505 L
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1301 L
Payload
458 - 526 kg
Payload
473 - 521 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 333 HP
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
197 - 220 km/h
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 245 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
CUPRA
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SEAT

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What drive types are available for the CUPRA Formentor?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Front-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.