Compare performance (333 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (33700 £ vs 32300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon SP Wagon or Mercedes A Class?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mercedes A Class has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32300 £ , while the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon costs 33700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1423 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Leon SP Wagon manages with 1.30 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Mercedes A Class with 2.30 L. The difference is about 1 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon performs distinct better – achieving up to 130 km, about 45 km more than the Mercedes A Class.
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 has a barely noticeable edge – offering 333 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 13 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon takes 4.80 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes A Class pulls minimal stronger with 450 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, CUPRA Leon SP Wagon is minimal lighter – 1416 kg compared to 1440 kg. The difference is around 24 kg.
In terms of boot space, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon offers decisively more room – 620 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 270 L.
In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon performs evident better – up to 1600 L, which is about 410 L more than the Mercedes A Class.
When it comes to payload, CUPRA Leon SP Wagon hardly perceptible takes the win – 535 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.
The CUPRA Leon SP Wagon proves to be dominates this comparison 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 Mercedes A‑Class arrives as a compact charmer that dresses premium materials and a cockpit full of screens in a tidy, city-friendly package, delivering surprising agility and poise. For buyers who want a luxury badge, clever tech and a car that's equally happy in tight streets or on a spirited country run, the A‑Class offers a grown-up feel with a cheeky streak.
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Price
33700 - 53900 £
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Price
32300 - 55600 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 8.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.3 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
85 km
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
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co2
29 - 190 g/km
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co2
53 - 188 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 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
1440 - 1695 kg
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Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
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Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
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Length
4656 - 4657 mm
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Length
4428 - 4447 mm
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Width
1799 mm
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Width
1796 mm
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Height
1438 - 1463 mm
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Height
1407 - 1423 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1450 - 1600 L
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Max trunk capacity
1125 - 1190 L
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Payload
394 - 535 kg
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Payload
475 - 485 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
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 333 HP
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Power HP
116 - 320 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
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Torque
250 - 420 Nm
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Torque
200 - 450 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
110 - 245 kW
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Power kW
85 - 235 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
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Brand
CUPRA
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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The CUPRA Leon SP Wagon is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.