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CUPRA Leon SP Wagon vs Peugeot 408 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (333 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (33700 £ vs 35100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon SP Wagon or Peugeot 408?

CUPRA Leon SP Wagon

Peugeot 408

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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 has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33700 £ , while the Peugeot 408 costs 35100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1432 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Leon SP Wagon manages with 1.30 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Peugeot 408 with 2.70 L. The difference is about 1.40 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 408 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 455 km, about 325 km more than the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon.

408

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 noticeable edge – offering 333 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 108 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Peugeot 408 takes 7.20 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon performs minimal better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Peugeot 408 tops out at 233 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Leon SP Wagon pulls to a small extent stronger with 420 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, CUPRA Leon SP Wagon is slight lighter – 1416 kg compared to 1544 kg. The difference is around 128 kg.

In terms of boot space, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon offers to a small extent more room – 620 L compared to 536 L. That’s a difference of about 84 L.

In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon performs barely noticeable better – up to 1600 L, which is about 17 L more than the Peugeot 408.

When it comes to payload, CUPRA Leon SP Wagon slightly takes the win – 535 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 79 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Leon SP Wagon 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.

CUPRA Leon SP Wagon
Peugeot 408

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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

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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Peugeot 408

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The Peugeot 408 blends a coupe-like roofline with practical sensibility, delivering striking looks and a surprisingly airy, premium-feeling cabin. On the road it prefers comfort and poise over manic thrills, making it a smart, stylish choice for buyers who want something a bit different from the usual family hatchback.

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CUPRA Leon SP Wagon
Peugeot 408

Costs and Consumption

Price
33700 - 53900 £
Price
35100 - 48000 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 8.3 L
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.80 kWh
Electric Range
124 - 130 km
Electric Range
79 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
58.20 kWh
co2
29 - 190 g/km
co2
0 - 114 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1416 - 1756 kg
Curb weight
1544 - 1879 kg
Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
471 - 536 L
Length
4656 - 4657 mm
Length
4687 mm
Width
1799 mm
Width
1848 mm
Height
1438 - 1463 mm
Height
1478 mm
Max trunk capacity
1450 - 1600 L
Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1583 L
Payload
394 - 535 kg
Payload
371 - 456 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 333 HP
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 233 km/h
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 245 kW
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, B
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Peugeot
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.