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CUPRA Leon vs Mercedes E Class Wagon comparison

Compare performance (325 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (31,800 £ vs 52,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon or Mercedes E Class Wagon?

CUPRA Leon vs Mercedes E Class Wagon: Key differences

CUPRA Leon

  • substantially cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • moderately more electric range
  • markedly lighter
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Mercedes E Class Wagon

  • considerably more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably 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 substantially cheaper – starting at 31,800 £ , while the Mercedes E Class Wagon costs 52,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,875 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Leon uses 1.3 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Mercedes E Class Wagon with 1.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Leon offers moderately more range – reaching up to 131 km, about 22 km more than the Mercedes E Class Wagon.

E Class Wagon

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 Mercedes E Class Wagon offers considerably more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 325 HP. That’s roughly 260 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E Class Wagon is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the CUPRA Leon takes 5.4 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E Class Wagon delivers clearly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 330 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 1,900 kg. The difference is around 529 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E Class Wagon offers noticeably more boot space – 615 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 235 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E Class Wagon carries markedly more – 645 kg compared to 493 kg. That’s a difference of about 152 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E Class Wagon stands well ahead of its rival 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 £52,600
E Class Wagon

Mercedes E Class Wagon

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 97 - 109 km
CUPRA Leon
Mercedes E Class Wagon

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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 E Class Wagon

The E‑Class Estate blends executive elegance with genuine everyday practicality, wrapping luxury materials and a serene ride in a wagon silhouette that never looks apologetic. It’s the perfect choice for buyers who need grown-up luggage space without sacrificing comfort, refinement or a touch of driving enjoyment.

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CUPRA Leon
Mercedes E Class Wagon

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,800 - 50,900 £
Price
52,600 - 121,800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
124 - 131 km
Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 172 g/km
co2
44 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,708 kg
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,435 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Length
4,398 - 4,399 mm
Length
-
Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
1,444 - 1,467 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,191 - 1,301 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
432 - 493 kg
Payload
540 - 645 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 325 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
215 - 229 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
110 - 239 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B, D
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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