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CUPRA Leon SP Wagon vs Renault Espace comparison

Compare performance (333 HP vs 200 HP), boot space and price (37,900 £ vs 37,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon SP Wagon or Renault Espace?

CUPRA Leon SP Wagon vs Renault Espace: Key differences

CUPRA Leon SP Wagon

  • noticeably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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Renault Espace

4.1 (3 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • moderately more trunk space
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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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Leon SP Wagon

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Renault Espace is very slightly cheaper – starting at 37,500 £ , while the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon costs 37,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 352 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon uses 1.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Renault Espace with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.6 L/100km.

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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 noticeably more power – delivering 333 HP compared to 200 HP. That’s roughly 133 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the Renault Espace takes 8.8 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.

Leon SP Wagon

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Renault Espace offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Leon SP Wagon is a bit lighter – 1,416 kg compared to 1,673 kg. The difference is around 257 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Espace offers moderately more boot space – 692 L compared to 620 L. That’s a difference of about 72 L.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Espace carries very slightly more – 581 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 46 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Leon SP Wagon is decisively ahead 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
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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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Renault Espace

The Renault Espace is the sort of roomy, clever family cruiser that makes long journeys feel effortless, its interior prioritising comfort and practical thinking without drifting into blandness. It won't pretend to be a sports car, but its composed ride, smart packaging and a whisper of French flair make it a sensible and subtly stylish choice for buyers who value space and versatility.

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A very pleasant vehicle to drive, with excellent comfort and plenty of rear legroom.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
37,900 - 50,800 £
Price
37,500 - 41,400 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
124 - 130 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
29 - 188 g/km
co2
110 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,416 - 1,756 kg
Curb weight
1,673 - 1,783 kg
Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
212 - 692 L
Length
-
Length
4,746 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
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Height
1,645 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,054 - 2,224 L
Payload
394 - 535 kg
Payload
404 - 581 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 333 HP
Power HP
200 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
174 km/h
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
110 - 245 kW
Power kW
147 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Renault
What drive types are available for the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon?

The CUPRA Leon SP Wagon is available as All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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