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CUPRA Leon vs Hyundai Tucson - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (300 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (31800 £ vs 20900 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon or Hyundai Tucson?

CUPRA Leon

Hyundai Tucson

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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 Tucson has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20900 £, while the CUPRA Leon costs 31800 £. That’s a price difference of around 10860 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Leon manages with 1.30 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Hyundai Tucson with 2.70 L. The difference is about 1.40 L per 100 km.

As for range, the CUPRA Leon performs significantly better – achieving up to 131 km, about 61 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.

Tucson

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the CUPRA Leon has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 300 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 12 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.50 s. That’s about 1.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Leon performs to a small extent better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Hyundai Tucson tops out at 204 km/h. The difference is around 46 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Leon pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 400 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 21 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, CUPRA Leon is somewhat lighter – 1371 kg compared to 1542 kg. The difference is around 171 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers clearly perceptible more room – 620 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 240 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Tucson performs evident better – up to 1799 L, which is about 498 L more than the CUPRA Leon.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Tucson a bit takes the win – 545 kg compared to 483 kg. That’s a difference of about 62 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the CUPRA Leon shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance 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
Leon

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
CUPRA Leon
Hyundai Tucson

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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 Tucson

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Hyundai Tucson marries bold, sculpted looks with a clever, roomy cabin that feels smarter than its price tag suggests. It's composed on the road, easy to live with day-to-day, and a sensible choice for buyers who want SUV style without the showroom theatrics.

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CUPRA Leon
Hyundai Tucson
Leon
Tucson

Costs and Consumption

Price
31800 - 49200 £
Price
20900 - 47900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
124 - 131 km
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 175 g/km
co2
62 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1371 - 1708 kg
Curb weight
1542 - 1893 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Length
4398 - 4399 mm
Length
4525 - 4535 mm
Width
1799 mm
Width
1865 mm
Height
1444 - 1467 mm
Height
1650 mm
Max trunk capacity
1191 - 1301 L
Max trunk capacity
1795 - 1799 L
Payload
432 - 483 kg
Payload
518 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
196 - 204 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1598 cm3

General

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

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.