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CUPRA Leon vs Mercedes GLB comparison

Compare performance (325 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (35,700 £ vs 43,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon or Mercedes GLB?

CUPRA Leon vs Mercedes GLB: Key differences

CUPRA Leon

  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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Mercedes GLB

3.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • marginally more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • noticeably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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 clearly cheaper – starting at 35,700 £ , while the Mercedes GLB costs 43,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,519 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Leon uses 1.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mercedes GLB with 5.7 L/100km. The difference is about 4.4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLB offers significantly more range – reaching up to 631 km, about 500 km more than the CUPRA Leon.

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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 GLB offers marginally more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 325 HP. That’s roughly 29 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Mercedes GLB takes 5.5 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLB delivers slightly more torque with 515 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 95 Nm more.

Leon

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Leon is noticeably lighter – 1,371 kg compared to 1,840 kg. The difference is around 469 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLB offers noticeably more boot space – 540 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 160 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLB carries only slightly more – 505 kg compared to 493 kg. That’s a difference of about 12 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
CUPRA Leon
Mercedes GLB

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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 GLB

The Mercedes GLB is a compact luxury SUV that blends smart packaging with a polished, composed driving experience. Its flexible interior and premium feel make it a sensible pick for buyers who want Mercedes comfort and practicality in a smaller footprint.

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CUPRA Leon
Mercedes GLB

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,700 - 50,900 £
Price
43,200 - 62,400 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
124 - 131 km
Electric Range
431 - 631 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 172 g/km
co2
0 - 138 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,708 kg
Curb weight
1,840 - 2,280 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
540 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
432 - 493 kg
Payload
485 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 325 HP
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 239 kW
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, E
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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