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CUPRA Leon vs Ford Focus comparison

Compare performance (325 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (31,800 £ vs 27,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon or Ford Focus?

CUPRA Leon vs Ford Focus: Key differences

CUPRA Leon

  • a bit more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h

Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • only slightly lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space

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

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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.

Ford Focus is slightly cheaper – starting at 27,500 £ , while the CUPRA Leon costs 31,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,243 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Leon uses 1.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.6 L/100km.

Focus

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 a bit more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 45 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Ford Focus takes 5.7 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Ford Focus is only slightly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the CUPRA Leon tops out at 229 km/h. The difference is around 21 km/h.

Both models offer the same torque – 420 Nm.

Leon

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, Ford Focus is only slightly lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,371 kg. The difference is around 41 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Focus offers only slightly more boot space – 392 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 12 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Ford Focus offers barely more capacity – up to 1,354 L, about 53 L more than the CUPRA Leon.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Focus carries somewhat more – 560 kg compared to 493 kg. That’s a difference of about 67 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 £31,800
Leon

CUPRA Leon

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • 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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Reviews CUPRA Leon

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Ford Focus

The Ford Focus remains a clever all‑rounder that balances sharp handling with everyday comfort, making it a strong choice whether your commute is city streets or country lanes. Its practical cabin and sensible running costs mean you’ll spend more time enjoying the drive and less time worrying about ownership, with a playful streak underfoot that keeps things interesting.

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4.6 (1 Reviews)
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Henk
28 Dec 2025, 23:33:18

Good handling and more than enough pulling power from the 1.5‑litre EcoBoost.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
31,800 - 50,900 £
Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
124 - 131 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
28 - 172 g/km
co2
117 - 183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L
Fuel tank capacity
52 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,708 kg
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,529 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
392 L
Length
4,398 - 4,399 mm
Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Height
1,444 - 1,467 mm
Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,191 - 1,301 L
Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
Payload
432 - 493 kg
Payload
495 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 325 HP
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Max Speed
215 - 229 km/h
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
110 - 239 kW
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Ford
Is the CUPRA Leon offered with different drivetrains?

The CUPRA Leon is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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