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CUPRA Leon SP Wagon vs DS Automobiles DS 9 comparison

Compare performance (333 HP vs 360 HP), boot space and price (37,400 £ vs 55,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon SP Wagon or DS Automobiles DS 9?

CUPRA Leon SP Wagon vs DS Automobiles DS 9: Key differences

CUPRA Leon SP Wagon

  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
  • slightly more trunk space
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DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • barely more power
  • barely more efficient
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Leon SP Wagon

Costs and Efficiency:

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

CUPRA Leon SP Wagon is substantially cheaper – starting at 37,400 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,718 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon with 1.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon offers clearly more range – reaching up to 130 km, about 55 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 9.

DS 9

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 DS Automobiles DS 9 offers barely more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 333 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 9 takes 5.6 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 9 delivers somewhat more torque with 520 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

Leon SP Wagon

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 clearly lighter – 1,416 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 448 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon offers slightly more boot space – 620 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 110 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon carries only slightly more – 535 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 46 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 9

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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 9

The DS 9 is a striking French luxury saloon that pairs haute couture styling with a calm, composed ride that pampers passengers. Inside, meticulous craftsmanship and quirky DS details give the cabin real personality, making it an attractive choice if you want to stand out without sacrificing comfort.

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CUPRA Leon SP Wagon
DS Automobiles DS 9

Costs and Consumption

Price
37,400 - 50,800 £
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
124 - 130 km
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
29 - 188 g/km
co2
28 - 38 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
42 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,416 - 1,756 kg
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
510 L
Length
-
Length
4,934 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
-
Height
1,459 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
394 - 535 kg
Payload
486 - 489 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 333 HP
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 245 kW
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
DS Automobiles
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