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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
31800 - 49200 £
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Price
30200 - 43900 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.7 L
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
124 - 131 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
28 - 175 g/km
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co2
132 - 180 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 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
1552 - 1733 kg
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Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
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Length
4398 - 4399 mm
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Length
4540 mm
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Width
1799 mm
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Width
1865 mm
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Height
1444 - 1467 mm
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Height
1645 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1191 - 1301 L
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Max trunk capacity
1715 - 1776 L
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Payload
432 - 483 kg
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Payload
543 - 580 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
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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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
136 - 239 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
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Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
180 - 203 km/h
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Torque
250 - 320 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
110 - 221 kW
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Power kW
100 - 176 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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Engine capacity
1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G
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Brand
CUPRA
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Brand
Kia
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The CUPRA Leon is available as Front-Wheel Drive.