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CUPRA Leon vs Nissan Juke comparison

Compare performance (325 HP vs 143 HP), boot space and price (35,700 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon or Nissan Juke?

CUPRA Leon vs Nissan Juke: Key differences

CUPRA Leon

  • considerably more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Nissan Juke

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • barely lighter
  • marginally 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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Nissan Juke is substantially cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the CUPRA Leon costs 35,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,293 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Leon uses 1.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Nissan Juke with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.4 L/100km.

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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 CUPRA Leon offers considerably more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 182 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Nissan Juke takes 10.1 s. That’s about 4.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Leon delivers significantly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 220 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, Nissan Juke is barely lighter – 1,274 kg compared to 1,371 kg. The difference is around 97 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Nissan Juke offers marginally more boot space – 422 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 42 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Leon carries slightly more – 493 kg compared to 427 kg. That’s a difference of about 66 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Leon holds a decisive overall lead 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
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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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Ali Shan
8 Dec 2025, 11:29:27

For more space and Efficiency, I would prefer Juke 1.5 Specially Accenta.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
35,700 - 50,900 £
Price
21,400 - 30,100 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
124 - 131 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
28 - 172 g/km
co2
105 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,371 - 1,708 kg
Curb weight
1,274 - 1,405 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
354 - 422 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
432 - 493 kg
Payload
405 - 427 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 325 HP
Power HP
114 - 143 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.1 - 11.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
200 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
110 - 239 kW
Power kW
84 - 105 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, C
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Nissan
Is the CUPRA Leon offered with different drivetrains?

The CUPRA Leon is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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