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CUPRA Leon vs Peugeot 3008 – Which car suits you better?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether CUPRA Leon or Peugeot 3008 fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

CUPRA Leon has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31800 £, while the Peugeot 3008 costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 3385 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Leon manages with 1.30 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Peugeot 3008 with 2.40 L. The difference is about 1.10 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Peugeot 3008 performs clearly better – achieving up to 698 km, about 567 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 Peugeot 3008 has a slight edge – offering 325 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 25 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the Peugeot 3008 takes 6 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Leon performs slightly better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Peugeot 3008 tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 3008 pulls evident stronger with 511 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 111 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, CUPRA Leon is noticeable lighter – 1371 kg compared to 1648 kg. The difference is around 277 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 3008 offers noticeable more room – 520 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 140 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 3008 performs to a small extent better – up to 1480 L, which is about 179 L more than the CUPRA Leon.

When it comes to payload, CUPRA Leon hardly perceptible takes the win – 504 kg compared to 467 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Peugeot 3008 shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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.

from about £35,100
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Peugeot 3008

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 145 - 325 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.4 - 5.4 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.9 - 17.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 81 - 698 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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Peugeot 3008

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The Peugeot 3008 blends bold French styling with a surprisingly grown-up interior that makes even dull commutes feel a little bit special. Practical enough for family life yet lively to drive, it’s a clever all‑rounder that stands out from the crossover crowd without shouting for attention.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
31800 - 49200 £
Price
35100 - 52000 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 5.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.9 - 17.6 kWh
Electric Range
124 - 131 km
Electric Range
81 - 698 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
0.4 - 96.9 kWh
co2
28 - 175 g/km
co2
0 - 121 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1371 - 1708 kg
Curb weight
1648 - 2266 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
470 - 520 L
Length
4398 - 4399 mm
Length
4542 mm
Width
1799 mm
Width
1895 mm
Height
1444 - 1467 mm
Height
1641 mm
Max trunk capacity
1191 - 1301 L
Max trunk capacity
1430 - 1480 L
Payload
432 - 504 kg
Payload
432 - 467 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Power HP
145 - 325 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
213 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 220 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
230 - 511 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
107 - 239 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, B
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Peugeot

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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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