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CUPRA Leon SP Wagon vs VW Transporter Transporter comparison

Compare performance (333 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (37,400 £ vs 37,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon SP Wagon or VW Transporter Transporter?

CUPRA Leon SP Wagon vs VW Transporter Transporter: Key differences

CUPRA Leon SP Wagon

  • very slightly cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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VW Transporter Transporter

  • considerably more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

CUPRA Leon SP Wagon is very slightly cheaper – starting at 37,400 £ , while the VW Transporter Transporter costs 37,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 153 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon uses 1.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the VW Transporter Transporter with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 5.8 L/100km.

As for electric range, the VW Transporter Transporter offers considerably more range – reaching up to 331 km, about 201 km more than the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon.

Transporter Transporter

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 a bit more power – delivering 333 HP compared to 286 HP. That’s roughly 47 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the VW Transporter Transporter takes 7.4 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon delivers very slightly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 415 Nm. That’s about 5 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 1,872 kg. The difference is around 456 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Transporter carries significantly more – 1,259 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 724 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Leon SP Wagon stands well ahead of its rival 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 £37,400
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
CUPRA Leon SP Wagon
VW Transporter Transporter

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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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VW Transporter Transporter

The VW Transporter is the workhorse of the modern tradesman, blending practical cleverness with a cabin that's actually pleasant to spend a long day in. It may not steal the style spotlight, but its unshowy durability, clever load solutions and easy-to-live-with character make it a sensible pick for businesses and weekend projects alike.

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CUPRA Leon SP Wagon
VW Transporter Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
37,400 - 50,800 £
Price
37,500 - 60,800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 24.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
124 - 130 km
Electric Range
56 - 331 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
co2
29 - 188 g/km
co2
0 - 220 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1,416 - 1,756 kg
Curb weight
1,872 - 2,462 kg
Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
5,050 - 5,450 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Width
2,032 mm
Height
-
Height
1,966 - 1,985 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
394 - 535 kg
Payload
755 - 1,259 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 333 HP
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
112 - 150 km/h
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 245 kW
Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,488 cm3

General

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