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CUPRA Leon SP Wagon vs DS Automobiles DS 7 comparison

Compare performance (333 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (37,400 £ vs 41,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon SP Wagon or DS Automobiles DS 7?

CUPRA Leon SP Wagon vs DS Automobiles DS 7: Key differences

CUPRA Leon SP Wagon

  • moderately cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space
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DS Automobiles DS 7

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

Leon SP Wagon

Costs and Efficiency:

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

CUPRA Leon SP Wagon is moderately cheaper – starting at 37,400 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 7 costs 41,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,560 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon uses 1.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 7 with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 4.2 L/100km.

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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 Leon SP Wagon offers substantially more power – delivering 333 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 203 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 takes 11.9 s. That’s about 7.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon delivers clearly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

Leon SP Wagon

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Leon SP Wagon is a bit lighter – 1,416 kg compared to 1,651 kg. The difference is around 235 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon offers somewhat more boot space – 620 L compared to 555 L. That’s a difference of about 65 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon carries noticeably more – 535 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 136 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Leon SP Wagon is decisively ahead 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 £37,400
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
CUPRA Leon SP Wagon
DS Automobiles DS 7

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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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DS Automobiles DS 7

The DS 7 wraps Parisian elegance into SUV practicality, with sculpted surfaces, a jewel-like grille and an interior that feels more boutique lounge than family transporter. It appeals to buyers who want style and comfort without shouting, delivering a refined ride and clever tech that make daily driving feel a little more special — and yes, it’ll turn heads in the school run.

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CUPRA Leon SP Wagon
DS Automobiles DS 7

Costs and Consumption

Price
37,400 - 50,800 £
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
124 - 130 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
29 - 188 g/km
co2
145 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,416 - 1,756 kg
Curb weight
1,651 kg
Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
555 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,891 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
394 - 535 kg
Payload
399 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 333 HP
Power HP
130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 245 kW
Power kW
96 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
DS Automobiles
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