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CUPRA Leon vs Mercedes C-Class Wagon – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon or Mercedes C-Class Wagon?

CUPRA Leon

Mercedes C-Class Wagon

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

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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 noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31800 £, while the Mercedes C-Class Wagon costs 42400 £. That’s a price difference of around 10685 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes C-Class Wagon manages with 0.40 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the CUPRA Leon with 1.30 L. The difference is about 0.90 L per 100 km.

As for range, the CUPRA Leon performs somewhat better – achieving up to 131 km, about 19 km more than the Mercedes C-Class Wagon.

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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 Mercedes C-Class Wagon has a significantly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 380 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the CUPRA Leon takes 5.70 s. That’s about 2.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon performs slightly better – reaching 280 km/h, while the CUPRA Leon tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes C-Class Wagon pulls clearly stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 620 Nm difference.

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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 noticeable lighter – 1371 kg compared to 1755 kg. The difference is around 384 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon offers noticeable more room – 490 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 110 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon performs to a small extent better – up to 1510 L, which is about 209 L more than the CUPRA Leon.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes C-Class Wagon slightly takes the win – 565 kg compared to 504 kg. That’s a difference of about 61 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon shows itself to be wins the duel decisively 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.

CUPRA Leon
Mercedes C-Class Wagon

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Mercedes C-Class Wagon

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.4 - 9 L
  • Electric Range : 11 - 112 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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Mercedes C-Class Wagon

The Mercedes C-Class wagon dresses Mercedes refinement in a sensible, practical package, marrying a sleek estate silhouette with a plush, high-quality cabin that feels more premium than its badge implies. It quietly soaks up motorway miles and cartloads of family kit with composed handling and effortless comfort — a clever alternative to an SUV for buyers who still like to steer.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
31800 - 49200 £
Price
42400 - 115300 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
124 - 131 km
Electric Range
11 - 112 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
co2
28 - 175 g/km
co2
11 - 206 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1371 - 1708 kg
Curb weight
1755 - 2235 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
360 - 490 L
Length
4398 - 4399 mm
Length
4751 - 4842 mm
Width
1799 mm
Width
1820 - 1900 mm
Height
1444 - 1467 mm
Height
1454 - 1494 mm
Max trunk capacity
1191 - 1301 L
Max trunk capacity
1375 - 1510 L
Payload
432 - 504 kg
Payload
440 - 565 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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 - 300 HP
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
213 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
226 - 280 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B, D
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Mercedes-Benz

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What drive types are available for the CUPRA Leon?

The CUPRA Leon is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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