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CUPRA Leon vs BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe comparison

Compare performance (325 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (35,700 £ vs 32,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon or BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe?

CUPRA Leon vs BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe: Key differences

CUPRA Leon

  • very slightly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • barely lighter
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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

  • slightly cheaper
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is slightly cheaper – starting at 32,400 £ , while the CUPRA Leon costs 35,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,321 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Leon uses 1.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe with 4.2 L/100km. The difference is about 2.9 L/100km.

2 Series Gran Coupe

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the CUPRA Leon offers very slightly more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 25 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the CUPRA Leon takes 5.4 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Leon delivers very slightly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

Leon

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Leon is barely lighter – 1,371 kg compared to 1,495 kg. The difference is around 124 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe offers slightly more boot space – 430 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Leon carries barely more – 493 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 8 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Leon 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 £35,700
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CUPRA Leon

  • Engine Type Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 325 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.3 - 7.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 124 - 131 km
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The Cupra Leon blends sporting intent with everyday practicality, serving up sharp handling and a cabin that feels more premium than its hatchback looks might suggest. It's a driver's car in commuter clothing — lively, distinctive, and clever enough to make daily driving feel a little less routine without screaming for attention.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
35,700 - 50,900 £
Price
32,400 - 54,900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
124 - 131 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
28 - 172 g/km
co2
110 - 170 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,708 kg
Curb weight
1,495 - 1,650 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
360 - 430 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
432 - 493 kg
Payload
455 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 325 HP
Power HP
122 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
110 - 239 kW
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
BMW
Is the CUPRA Leon offered with different drivetrains?

The CUPRA Leon is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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