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CUPRA Leon SP Wagon vs Volvo XC90 comparison

Compare performance (333 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (33700 £ vs 69800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon SP Wagon or Volvo XC90?

CUPRA Leon SP Wagon vs Volvo XC90: Key differences

CUPRA Leon SP Wagon

  • clearly cheaper
  • convincingly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • a bit quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space

Volvo XC90

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly perceptible more power

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 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33700 £ , while the Volvo XC90 costs 69800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36077 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Leon SP Wagon manages with 1.30 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Volvo XC90 with 3.50 L. The difference is about 2.20 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon performs clearly better – achieving up to 130 km, about 59 km more than the Volvo XC90.

XC90

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 Volvo XC90 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 455 HP compared to 333 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Volvo XC90 takes 5.40 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo XC90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo XC90 pulls significantly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 289 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.

Seats: Volvo XC90 offers noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, CUPRA Leon SP Wagon is clearly lighter – 1416 kg compared to 2080 kg. The difference is around 664 kg.

In terms of boot space, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon offers clearly more room – 620 L compared to 302 L. That’s a difference of about 318 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC90 performs somewhat better – up to 1856 L, which is about 256 L more than the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon.

When it comes to payload, Volvo XC90 clearly perceptible takes the win – 710 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 175 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Leon SP Wagon is far ahead 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.

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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
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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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Volvo XC90

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The Volvo XC90 is a serene Scandinavian SUV that mixes minimalist luxury with a composed, confidence-inspiring presence — ideal for buyers who want family practicality without sacrificing style. Inside it serves up a calm, well-crafted cabin and user-friendly tech that keeps long journeys pleasant and tantrums to a minimum, making the XC90 a smart, stylish pick for sensible drivers.

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Reviews CUPRA Leon SP Wagon

Reviews Volvo XC90

5 (1 Reviews)
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Borstel
11 Nov 2025, 12:59:12

I drive both cars. The XC90’s boot is — contrary to the figures posted here — noticeably larger than the GLC’s when carrying five people. Overall the XC90 is clearly the more comfortable and, above all, the more stable — and therefore the safer — car.

CUPRA Leon SP Wagon
Volvo XC90

Costs and Consumption
Price
33700 - 53900 £
Price
69800 - 84600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 8.3 L
Consumption L/100km
3.5 - 8.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
124 - 130 km
Electric Range
71 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
29 - 190 g/km
co2
79 - 191 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1416 - 1756 kg
Curb weight
2080 - 2297 kg
Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
262 - 302 L
Length
4656 - 4657 mm
Length
4953 mm
Width
1799 mm
Width
1923 mm
Height
1438 - 1463 mm
Height
1771 mm
Max trunk capacity
1450 - 1600 L
Max trunk capacity
1816 - 1856 L
Payload
394 - 535 kg
Payload
653 - 710 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 333 HP
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
360 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 245 kW
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Volvo

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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.