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CUPRA Leon vs Mercedes C Class Sedan comparison

Compare performance (325 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (35,200 £ vs 41,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon or Mercedes C Class Sedan?

CUPRA Leon vs Mercedes C Class Sedan: Key differences

CUPRA Leon

  • a bit cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • markedly lighter
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Mercedes C Class Sedan

  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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 is a bit cheaper – starting at 35,200 £ , while the Mercedes C Class Sedan costs 41,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,140 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Leon uses 1.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mercedes C Class Sedan with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 3.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Leon offers significantly more range – reaching up to 131 km, about 120 km more than the Mercedes C Class Sedan.

C Class Sedan

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 Mercedes C Class Sedan offers clearly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 325 HP. That’s roughly 355 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C Class Sedan is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the CUPRA Leon takes 5.4 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C Class Sedan delivers significantly more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 600 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 markedly lighter – 1,371 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 324 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes C Class Sedan offers somewhat more boot space – 455 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 75 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C Class Sedan carries somewhat more – 570 kg compared to 493 kg. That’s a difference of about 77 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.

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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 Mercedes C‑Class is the compact executive that dresses like it owns the boulevard, with an interior that blends modern elegance and plush comfort to make everyday driving feel unexpectedly special. On the road it pairs poise with a hint of cheeky agility, rewarding drivers who want refinement without forfeiting a touch of fun — and yes, it still looks great in the driveway.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
35,200 - 50,900 £
Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
124 - 131 km
Electric Range
11 km
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 172 g/km
co2
119 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,708 kg
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
455 L
Length
4,399 mm
Length
-
Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Height
1,467 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,191 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
432 - 493 kg
Payload
485 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 325 HP
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
220 - 229 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 239 kW
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, G
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the CUPRA Leon offered with different drivetrains?

The CUPRA Leon is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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