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CUPRA Leon vs Hyundai Tucson comparison

Compare performance (325 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (35,700 £ vs 31,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon or Hyundai Tucson?

CUPRA Leon vs Hyundai Tucson: Key differences

CUPRA Leon

  • a bit more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
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Hyundai Tucson

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • clearly 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Hyundai Tucson is somewhat cheaper – starting at 31,300 £ , while the CUPRA Leon costs 35,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,401 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Leon uses 1.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Hyundai Tucson with 2.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Leon offers substantially more range – reaching up to 131 km, about 61 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.

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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 288 HP. That’s roughly 37 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.5 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Leon delivers very slightly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 41 Nm more.

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, CUPRA Leon is slightly lighter – 1,371 kg compared to 1,542 kg. The difference is around 171 kg.

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

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Tucson carries very slightly more – 545 kg compared to 493 kg. That’s a difference of about 52 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Leon is far ahead overall 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 Tucson

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Dimensions and Body

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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

The Hyundai Tucson is a well-rounded compact SUV that blends modern styling with a comfortable, thoughtfully laid-out interior, making it appealing for daily driving and family use. It delivers a calm ride, a generous level of equipment for the price, and sensible practicality, so it's a smart choice if you want a straightforward, dependable crossover without fuss.

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CUPRA Leon
Hyundai Tucson

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,700 - 50,900 £
Price
31,300 - 48,800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
124 - 131 km
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
28 - 172 g/km
co2
62 - 172 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
1,542 - 1,893 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
432 - 493 kg
Payload
518 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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 - 325 HP
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 239 kW
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

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