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.
Hyundai Kona has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £, while the CUPRA Leon costs 31800 £. That’s a price difference of around 8700 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Leon manages with 1.30 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Hyundai Kona with 4.60 L. The difference is about 3.30 L per 100 km.
As for range, the Hyundai Kona performs clearly better – achieving up to 514 km, about 383 km more than the CUPRA Leon.
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 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 300 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 82 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 7.80 s. That’s about 2.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Leon performs somewhat better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Hyundai Kona tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Leon pulls evident stronger with 400 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 135 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
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In curb weight, Hyundai Kona is barely noticeable lighter – 1370 kg compared to 1371 kg. The difference is around 1 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers somewhat more room – 466 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 86 L.
In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Leon performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1301 L, which is about 1 L more than the Hyundai Kona.
When it comes to payload, CUPRA Leon hardly perceptible takes the win – 504 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 14 kg.
The CUPRA Leon proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
CUPRA Leon is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsThe Hyundai Kona wears its personality on the outside with bold styling and sprightly handling that turns city driving into something a little more fun than a commute. It blends practical space, modern tech and sensible running costs into a compact, stylish package — a smart pick if you want flair without paying luxury prices.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
31800 - 49200 £
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Price
23100 - 41600 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.7 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh
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Electric Range
124 - 131 km
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Electric Range
377 - 514 km
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
1.3 - 65.4 kWh
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co2
28 - 175 g/km
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co2
0 - 163 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
38 - 47 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1371 - 1708 kg
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Curb weight
1370 - 1773 kg
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Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
466 L
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Length
4398 - 4399 mm
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Length
4350 - 4385 mm
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Width
1799 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Height
1444 - 1467 mm
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Height
1580 - 1585 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1191 - 1301 L
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Max trunk capacity
1300 L
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Payload
432 - 504 kg
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Payload
420 - 490 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 300 HP
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Power HP
115 - 218 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
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Max Speed
213 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
162 - 210 km/h
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
110 - 221 kW
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Power kW
85 - 160 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
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Brand
CUPRA
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Brand
Hyundai
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The CUPRA Leon is available as Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.