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CUPRA Leon vs Ford Focus - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (300 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (31800 £ vs 27500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon or Ford Focus?

CUPRA Leon

Ford Focus

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Ford Focus has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27500 £, while the CUPRA Leon costs 31800 £. That’s a price difference of around 4243 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Leon manages with 1.30 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.90 L. The difference is about 3.60 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the CUPRA Leon has a slight edge – offering 300 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the is quicker – completing the sprint in , while the takes . That’s about faster.

In terms of top speed, the performs better – reaching , while the tops out at . The difference is around .

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Focus pulls barely noticeable stronger with 420 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm difference.

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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: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Ford Focus is minimal lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1371 kg. The difference is around 41 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Ford Focus offers barely noticeable more room – 392 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 12 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Ford Focus performs minimal better – up to 1354 L, which is about 53 L more than the CUPRA Leon.

When it comes to payload, Ford Focus minimal takes the win – 560 kg compared to 504 kg. That’s a difference of about 56 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the CUPRA Leon shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £31,800
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CUPRA Leon

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 300 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.3 - 7.7 L
  • Electric Range : 124 - 131 km
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CUPRA Leon
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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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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
31800 - 49200 £
Price
27500 - 42700 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L
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
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 175 g/km
co2
117 - 183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 50 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
1371 - 1708 kg
Curb weight
1330 - 1529 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
392 L
Length
4398 - 4399 mm
Length
4382 - 4397 mm
Width
1799 mm
Width
1825 - 1844 mm
Height
1444 - 1467 mm
Height
1438 - 1482 mm
Max trunk capacity
1191 - 1301 L
Max trunk capacity
1354 L
Payload
432 - 504 kg
Payload
495 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Max Speed
213 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 2261 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2022 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
Brand
CUPRA
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What drive types are available for the CUPRA Leon?

The CUPRA Leon is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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