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CUPRA Leon vs Mercedes Citan - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (300 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (31800 £ vs 22400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon or Mercedes Citan?

CUPRA Leon

Mercedes Citan

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

Leon

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes Citan has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 22400 £ , while the CUPRA Leon costs 31800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9314 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Leon manages with 1.30 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mercedes Citan with 5.20 L. The difference is about 3.90 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes Citan performs clearly better – achieving up to 280 km, about 149 km more than the CUPRA Leon.

Leon

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 clearly edge – offering 300 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 169 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 7.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Leon performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mercedes Citan tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 67 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Leon pulls distinct stronger with 400 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, CUPRA Leon is to a small extent lighter – 1371 kg compared to 1556 kg. The difference is around 185 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes Citan offers noticeable more room – 551 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 171 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Citan performs decisively better – up to 3660 L, which is about 2359 L more than the CUPRA Leon.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes Citan distinct takes the win – 644 kg compared to 483 kg. That’s a difference of about 161 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Leon is far ahead 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.

CUPRA Leon
Mercedes Citan

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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

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 Citan

The Mercedes Citan is a clever urban van that dresses sensible practicality in a surprisingly premium suit, making light work of deliveries and family duties without feeling like a workhorse. With a calm, car-like driving feel, clever interior packaging and the Mercedes badge up front, it’s a smart pick for buyers who want function with a touch of luxury and a wink of personality.

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CUPRA Leon
Mercedes Citan

Costs and Consumption

Price
31800 - 49200 £
Price
22400 - 30100 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh
Electric Range
124 - 131 km
Electric Range
265 - 280 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
co2
28 - 175 g/km
co2
0 - 167 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1371 - 1708 kg
Curb weight
1556 - 2010 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
Length
4398 - 4399 mm
Length
4498 - 4922 mm
Width
1799 mm
Width
1859 mm
Height
1444 - 1467 mm
Height
1811 - 1830 mm
Max trunk capacity
1191 - 1301 L
Max trunk capacity
1979 - 3660 L
Payload
432 - 483 kg
Payload
485 - 644 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1461 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2021 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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.