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CUPRA Leon SP Wagon vs Mercedes A Class - Differences and prices compared

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?

CUPRA Leon SP Wagon

Mercedes A Class

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.

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.

A Class

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 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.

Leon SP Wagon

Space and Everyday Use:

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.

Who wins the race?

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.

from about £33,700
Leon SP Wagon

CUPRA Leon SP Wagon

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 333 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.3 - 8.3 L
  • Electric Range : 124 - 130 km
CUPRA Leon SP Wagon
Mercedes A Class

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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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Mercedes A Class

The 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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CUPRA Leon SP Wagon
Mercedes A Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
33700 - 53900 £
Price
32300 - 55600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 8.3 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
124 - 130 km
Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
co2
29 - 190 g/km
co2
53 - 188 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1416 - 1756 kg
Curb weight
1440 - 1695 kg
Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Length
4656 - 4657 mm
Length
4428 - 4447 mm
Width
1799 mm
Width
1796 mm
Height
1438 - 1463 mm
Height
1407 - 1423 mm
Max trunk capacity
1450 - 1600 L
Max trunk capacity
1125 - 1190 L
Payload
394 - 535 kg
Payload
475 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 333 HP
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 245 kW
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon?

The CUPRA Leon SP Wagon is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.