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CUPRA Leon SP Wagon vs Mercedes A Class Saloon comparison

Compare performance (333 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (37,900 £ vs 32,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon SP Wagon or Mercedes A Class Saloon?

CUPRA Leon SP Wagon vs Mercedes A Class Saloon: Key differences

CUPRA Leon SP Wagon

  • very slightly more power
  • visibly more electric range
  • very slightly lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Mercedes A Class Saloon

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  • moderately cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

Mercedes A Class Saloon is moderately cheaper – starting at 32,700 £ , while the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon costs 37,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,173 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class Saloon uses 0.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon with 1.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon offers visibly more range – reaching up to 130 km, about 42 km more than the Mercedes A Class Saloon.

A Class Saloon

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 offers very slightly more power – delivering 333 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 13 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 4.8 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class Saloon delivers barely more torque with 450 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 30 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Leon SP Wagon is very slightly lighter – 1,416 kg compared to 1,450 kg. The difference is around 34 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon offers noticeably more boot space – 620 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 225 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon carries marginally more – 535 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes A Class Saloon is clearly superior overall 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 £32,700
A Class Saloon

Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • Engine Type Plug-in Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 88 km
CUPRA Leon SP Wagon
Mercedes A Class 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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Mercedes A Class Saloon

The Mercedes A‑Class Saloon blends compact practicality with premium flair, wrapping a surprisingly spacious interior in a slick, modern package that feels more grown-up than its hatchback sibling. It’s an ideal choice for city drivers who want Mercedes polish and cutting-edge tech without the ostentation of a larger saloon, and it even manages to make the daily commute feel a little bit special.

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CUPRA Leon SP Wagon
Mercedes A Class Saloon

Costs and Consumption

Price
37,900 - 50,800 £
Price
32,700 - 55,900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
124 - 130 km
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
co2
29 - 188 g/km
co2
16 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,416 - 1,756 kg
Curb weight
1,450 - 1,705 kg
Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Length
-
Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,796 mm
Height
-
Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
394 - 535 kg
Payload
475 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plug-in Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plug-in Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
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
4.8 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
206 - 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
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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