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CUPRA Leon SP Wagon vs Mazda 6 Saloon comparison

Compare performance (333 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (37,900 £ vs 38,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon SP Wagon or Mazda 6 Saloon?

CUPRA Leon SP Wagon vs Mazda 6 Saloon: Key differences

CUPRA Leon SP Wagon

  • marginally cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably lighter
  • significantly more trunk space
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Mazda 6 Saloon

  • clearly more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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 marginally cheaper – starting at 37,900 £ , while the Mazda 6 Saloon costs 38,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 591 £.

As for electric range, the Mazda 6 Saloon offers clearly more range – reaching up to 552 km, about 422 km more than the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon.

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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 CUPRA Leon SP Wagon offers noticeably more power – delivering 333 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 75 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the Mazda 6 Saloon takes 7.6 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon delivers noticeably more torque with 420 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 100 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 considerably lighter – 1,416 kg compared to 2,027 kg. The difference is around 611 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon offers significantly more boot space – 620 L compared to 336 L. That’s a difference of about 284 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon carries noticeably more – 535 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 175 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
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
Mazda 6 Saloon

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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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Mazda 6 Saloon

The Mazda6 saloon feels like the sensible yet stylish choice for buyers who want a car that drives with poise and looks sharper than its badge suggests. It mixes engaging handling, a refined cabin and everyday practicality without shouting for attention — perfect for those who prefer understated class with a wink.

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CUPRA Leon SP Wagon
Mazda 6 Saloon

Costs and Consumption

Price
37,900 - 50,800 £
Price
38,500 - 41,600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
124 - 130 km
Electric Range
479 - 552 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
29 - 188 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,416 - 1,756 kg
Curb weight
2,027 - 2,028 kg
Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
336 L
Length
-
Length
4,921 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
1,491 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,074 L
Payload
394 - 535 kg
Payload
359 - 360 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 333 HP
Power HP
245 - 258 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
175 km/h
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
110 - 245 kW
Power kW
180 - 190 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Mazda
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