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CUPRA Leon vs Fiat 500 comparison

Compare performance (325 HP vs 118 HP), boot space and price (35,700 £ vs 17,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon or Fiat 500?

CUPRA Leon vs Fiat 500: Key differences

CUPRA Leon

  • significantly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Fiat 500

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • noticeably lighter
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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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Fiat 500 is substantially cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the CUPRA Leon costs 35,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,544 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Leon uses 1.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Fiat 500 with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 3.9 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Fiat 500 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 331 km, about 200 km more than the CUPRA Leon.

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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 significantly more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 207 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Leon delivers substantially more torque with 420 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 200 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.

Seats: CUPRA Leon offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 is noticeably lighter – 1,130 kg compared to 1,371 kg. The difference is around 241 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Leon offers clearly more boot space – 380 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 195 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Leon carries noticeably more – 493 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 168 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Leon 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 £35,700
Leon

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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CUPRA Leon

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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Fiat 500

The Fiat 500 is a cheeky, retro‑styled city car that turns heads with its iconic looks and playful personality. Perfect for weaving through tight streets and easing into tiny parking spots, it’s aimed at buyers who want style and character more than grand touring prowess.

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3.7 (1 Reviews)
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Reijo Muhonen
28 Feb 2026, 16:46:06

I've owned both cars, and I still end up with the Fiat 500 — it always puts me in a good mood. For longer trips I take the train.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
35,700 - 50,900 £
Price
17,100 - 27,400 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
124 - 131 km
Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
28 - 172 g/km
co2
0 - 121 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,708 kg
Curb weight
1,130 - 1,475 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
432 - 493 kg
Payload
250 - 325 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 325 HP
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
110 - 239 kW
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
999 cm3

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

The CUPRA Leon is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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