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CUPRA Leon SP Wagon vs smart #3 comparison

Compare performance (333 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (37,900 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon SP Wagon or smart #3?

CUPRA Leon SP Wagon vs smart #3: Key differences

CUPRA Leon SP Wagon

  • somewhat cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
  • significantly more trunk space
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smart #3

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  • clearly more electric range
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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:

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 is somewhat cheaper – starting at 37,900 £ , while the smart #3 costs 42,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,097 £.

As for electric range, the smart #3 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 325 km more than the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon.

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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 slightly more power – delivering 333 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 61 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the smart #3 takes 5.8 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon delivers marginally more torque with 420 Nm compared to 384 Nm. That’s about 36 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 noticeably lighter – 1,416 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 394 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon offers significantly more boot space – 620 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 250 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon carries somewhat more – 535 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #3 has only a minor advantage 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.

£41,991
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smart #3

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 455 km
CUPRA Leon SP Wagon
smart #3

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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smart #3

The Smart #3 turns the brand's cheeky city-car attitude into a grown-up compact SUV, pairing sleek styling with a surprisingly roomy, well-made interior. It's a brilliant pick for buyers who want electric ease without dullness — practical enough for daily life, but still lively enough to make parking and grocery runs feel a little fun.

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CUPRA Leon SP Wagon
smart #3

Costs and Consumption

Price
37,900 - 50,800 £
Price
42,000 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
124 - 130 km
Electric Range
455 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
29 - 188 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,416 - 1,756 kg
Curb weight
1,810 kg
Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
370 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,844 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
394 - 535 kg
Payload
450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plug-in Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 333 HP
Power HP
272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
384 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
110 - 245 kW
Power kW
200 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
smart
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