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CUPRA Leon vs Kia Sportage - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (300 HP vs 239 HP), boot space and price (31800 £ vs 30200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon or Kia Sportage?

CUPRA Leon

Kia Sportage

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

Leon

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Kia Sportage has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30200 £ , while the CUPRA Leon costs 31800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1595 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Leon manages with 1.30 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Kia Sportage with 5 L. The difference is about 3.70 L per 100 km.

Sportage

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 noticeable edge – offering 300 HP compared to 239 HP. That’s roughly 61 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the Kia Sportage takes 7.90 s. That’s about 2.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Leon performs slightly better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Kia Sportage tops out at 203 km/h. The difference is around 47 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Leon pulls slightly stronger with 400 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm difference.

Leon

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, CUPRA Leon is slightly lighter – 1371 kg compared to 1552 kg. The difference is around 181 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Sportage offers distinct more room – 587 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 207 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Sportage performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1776 L, which is about 475 L more than the CUPRA Leon.

When it comes to payload, Kia Sportage a bit takes the win – 580 kg compared to 483 kg. That’s a difference of about 97 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Leon is clearly superior 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.

CUPRA Leon
Kia Sportage

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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

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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Kia Sportage

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The Kia Sportage proves you don't have to choose between style and sensible family motoring, wrapping modern, confident looks around a roomy, well-equipped cabin. It's an easy car to live with — comfortable on daily runs, pleasantly engaging when you want a bit of fun, and kind to your wallet so you can keep smiling at the fuel pump.

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CUPRA Leon
Kia Sportage

Costs and Consumption

Price
31800 - 49200 £
Price
30200 - 43900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
124 - 131 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 175 g/km
co2
132 - 180 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
1552 - 1733 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
Length
4398 - 4399 mm
Length
4540 mm
Width
1799 mm
Width
1865 mm
Height
1444 - 1467 mm
Height
1645 mm
Max trunk capacity
1191 - 1301 L
Max trunk capacity
1715 - 1776 L
Payload
432 - 483 kg
Payload
543 - 580 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Full 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 - 239 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 203 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
250 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
100 - 176 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, G
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Kia
What drive types are available for the CUPRA Leon?

The CUPRA Leon is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.