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CUPRA Leon vs Mazda MX-5 Coupe comparison

Compare performance (325 HP vs 132 HP), boot space and price (35,700 £ vs 31,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon or Mazda MX-5 Coupe?

CUPRA Leon vs Mazda MX-5 Coupe: Key differences

CUPRA Leon

  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • somewhat cheaper
  • visibly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mazda MX-5 Coupe is somewhat cheaper – starting at 31,400 £ , while the CUPRA Leon costs 35,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,316 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Leon uses 1.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mazda MX-5 Coupe with 6.2 L/100km. The difference is about 4.9 L/100km.

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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 offers significantly more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 193 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 Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.6 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Leon delivers clearly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 268 Nm more.

Leon

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: CUPRA Leon offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is visibly lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 1,371 kg. The difference is around 257 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Leon offers significantly more boot space – 380 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 253 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Leon carries significantly more – 493 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 327 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Leon is decisively ahead 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
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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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The Mazda MX-5 is a delightfully pure driver's car, wrapped in a compact package and tuned to make steering inputs feel like a conversation rather than a chore. It won’t overwhelm you with gadgetry, but what it delivers—nimble handling, instant feedback and an honest grin every time you drive—makes it a brilliant choice for anyone who values fun over flash.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
35,700 - 50,900 £
Price
31,400 - 36,700 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
124 - 131 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
28 - 172 g/km
co2
140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,708 kg
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
127 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
432 - 493 kg
Payload
166 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 325 HP
Power HP
132 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
152 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 239 kW
Power kW
97 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Mazda
Is the CUPRA Leon offered with different drivetrains?

The CUPRA Leon is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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