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CUPRA Leon vs Lynk & Co 01 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (300 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (31800 £ vs 36900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon or Lynk & Co 01?

CUPRA Leon

Lynk & Co 01

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

Leon

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

CUPRA Leon has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31800 £ , while the Lynk & Co 01 costs 36900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5095 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Lynk & Co 01 manages with 0.90 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the CUPRA Leon with 1.30 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Leon performs convincingly better – achieving up to 131 km, about 56 km more than the Lynk & Co 01.

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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 has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 300 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the Lynk & Co 01 takes 7.70 s. That’s about 2 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Lynk & Co 01 pulls evident stronger with 535 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 135 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 decisively lighter – 1371 kg compared to 1935 kg. The difference is around 564 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Lynk & Co 01 offers to a small extent more room – 466 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 86 L.

When it comes to payload, CUPRA Leon to a small extent takes the win – 483 kg compared to 415 kg. That’s a difference of about 68 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the CUPRA Leon shows itself to be secures victory with a clear margin 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
Lynk & Co 01

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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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Lynk & Co 01

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The Lynk & Co 01 marries bold, contemporary styling with a roomy, well-appointed cabin, striking a rare balance between fashionable flair and everyday practicality. With intuitive tech, flexible ownership ideas and a playful driving character, it’s the kind of crossover that turns heads at the lights and keeps owners grinning on the commute.

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CUPRA Leon
Lynk & Co 01

Costs and Consumption

Price
31800 - 49200 £
Price
36900 - 40300 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
0.90 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
124 - 131 km
Electric Range
75 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 175 g/km
co2
20 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1371 - 1708 kg
Curb weight
1935 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
466 L
Length
4398 - 4399 mm
Length
-
Width
1799 mm
Width
1860 mm
Height
1444 - 1467 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1191 - 1301 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
432 - 483 kg
Payload
415 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Power HP
280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.70 s
Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
535 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
206 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1499 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Lynk & Co
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.