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CUPRA Leon SP Wagon vs Lexus RC comparison
Compare performance (333 HP vs 464 HP), boot space and price (37,900 £ vs 82,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon SP Wagon or Lexus RC?
CUPRA Leon SP Wagon vs Lexus RC: Key differences
Leon SP Wagon
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.
CUPRA Leon SP Wagon is clearly cheaper – starting at 37,900 £ , while the Lexus RC costs 82,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 44,434 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon uses 1.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Lexus RC with 11.8 L/100km. The difference is about 10.5 L/100km.
RC
Engine and Performance:
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 Lexus RC offers noticeably more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 333 HP. That’s roughly 131 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RC is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon takes 4.8 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RC 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.
Seats: CUPRA Leon SP Wagon offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Leon SP Wagon is noticeably lighter – 1,416 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 299 kg.
Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon offers considerably more boot space – 620 L compared to 366 L. That’s a difference of about 254 L.
Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 535 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The CUPRA Leon SP Wagon holds a decisive overall lead 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 £37,900
CUPRA Leon SP Wagon
CUPRA Leon SP Wagon
Lexus RC
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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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Lexus RC
The Lexus RC cuts a dramatic figure on the road with its bold grille and sculpted coupe silhouette, blending Japanese refinement with a dash of show-off flair. Inside it favors comfort and clever detailing over racetrack theatrics, so if you want a luxurious, dependable coupe that rewards everyday driving with poise and a grin, the RC is hard to ignore.
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CUPRA Leon SP Wagon
Lexus RC
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
37,900 - 50,800 £
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Price
82,300 - 101,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 8.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
11.8 L/100km
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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
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
29 - 188 g/km
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co2
268 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Coupe
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Seats
5
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Seats
4
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Doors
-
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Doors
3
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Curb weight
1,416 - 1,756 kg
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Curb weight
1,715 kg
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Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
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Trunk capacity
366 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,710 mm
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Width
1,799 mm
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Width
1,845 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,390 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
394 - 535 kg
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Payload
535 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 333 HP
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Power HP
464 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
270 km/h
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Torque
250 - 420 Nm
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Torque
520 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
8
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Power kW
110 - 245 kW
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Power kW
341 kW
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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Engine capacity
4,969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
CUPRA
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Brand
Lexus
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