Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Kia Ceed has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23500 £, while the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon costs 33700 £. That’s a price difference of around 10208 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Leon SP Wagon manages with 1.30 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Kia Ceed with 6 L. The difference is about 4.70 L per 100 km.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon has a convincingly edge – offering 333 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 193 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Kia Ceed takes 9.50 s. That’s about 4.70 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Kia Ceed tops out at 197 km/h. The difference is around 53 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Leon SP Wagon pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 420 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 167 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .
In curb weight, Kia Ceed is minimal lighter – 1298 kg compared to 1416 kg. The difference is around 118 kg.
In terms of boot space, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon offers distinct more room – 620 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 225 L.
In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon performs slightly better – up to 1600 L, which is about 309 L more than the Kia Ceed.
When it comes to payload, CUPRA Leon SP Wagon barely noticeable takes the win – 535 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.
The CUPRA Leon SP Wagon proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
CUPRA Leon SP Wagon is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsThe Kia Ceed is a sensible, stylish hatchback that gives buyers more than they'd expect for the money, blending practical space with crisp, modern looks. It drives with measured confidence and comes loaded with user-friendly kit, so you can enjoy daily life behind the wheel without breaking into a sweat.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
33700 - 53900 £
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Price
23500 - 26300 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 8.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
124 - 130 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
29 - 190 g/km
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co2
137 - 146 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1416 - 1756 kg
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Curb weight
1298 - 1372 kg
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Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
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Trunk capacity
357 - 395 L
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Length
4656 - 4659 mm
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Length
4315 mm
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Width
1799 mm
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Width
1800 mm
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Height
1438 - 1463 mm
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Height
1447 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1450 - 1600 L
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Max trunk capacity
1253 - 1291 L
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Payload
394 - 535 kg
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Payload
478 - 490 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 333 HP
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Power HP
100 - 140 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 13.2 s
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Max Speed
214 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
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Torque
250 - 420 Nm
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Torque
172 - 253 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
110 - 245 kW
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Power kW
74 - 103 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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Brand
CUPRA
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Brand
Kia
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The CUPRA Leon SP Wagon is offered with 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.