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CUPRA Leon vs Hyundai Kona comparison

Compare performance (325 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (35,700 £ vs 23,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon or Hyundai Kona?

CUPRA Leon vs Hyundai Kona: Key differences

CUPRA Leon

  • noticeably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Hyundai Kona

4.6 (10 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • marginally lighter
  • slightly more trunk space
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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

Leon

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Hyundai Kona is considerably cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the CUPRA Leon costs 35,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,107 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Leon uses 1.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Hyundai Kona with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 3.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai Kona offers significantly more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 379 km more than the CUPRA Leon.

Kona

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 noticeably more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 121 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 8.1 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Leon delivers clearly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 155 Nm more.

Leon

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Kona is marginally lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 1,371 kg. The difference is around 1 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers slightly more boot space – 466 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 86 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Leon carries marginally more – 493 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 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
CUPRA Leon
Hyundai Kona

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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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Hyundai Kona

The Hyundai Kona is a compact crossover that pairs bold styling with practical everyday usability, offering a comfortable cabin and intuitive tech for modern drivers. Available in both conventional and electrified versions, Kona brings lively handling and strong value for buyers who want crossover versatility and standout character.

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CUPRA Leon
Hyundai Kona

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,700 - 50,900 £
Price
23,600 - 41,900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
124 - 131 km
Electric Range
380 - 510 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 172 g/km
co2
0 - 163 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,708 kg
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
466 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
432 - 493 kg
Payload
420 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 325 HP
Power HP
115 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
110 - 239 kW
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, F, A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Hyundai
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