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CUPRA Leon vs Peugeot 508 comparison

Compare performance (325 HP vs 360 HP), boot space and price (35,700 £ vs 44,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon or Peugeot 508?

CUPRA Leon vs Peugeot 508: Key differences

CUPRA Leon

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • clearly lighter
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Peugeot 508

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • barely more power
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly 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.

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

Leon

Costs and Efficiency:

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

CUPRA Leon is markedly cheaper – starting at 35,700 £ , while the Peugeot 508 costs 44,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,893 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Leon uses 1.3 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Peugeot 508 with 1.6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Leon offers substantially more range – reaching up to 131 km, about 76 km more than the Peugeot 508.

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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 508 offers barely more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 325 HP. That’s roughly 35 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 508 is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 5.2 s, while the CUPRA Leon takes 5.4 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 508 delivers slightly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 100 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 clearly lighter – 1,371 kg compared to 1,811 kg. The difference is around 440 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 508 offers visibly more boot space – 487 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 107 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Leon carries marginally more – 493 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 24 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, Manual
  • 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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Reviews CUPRA Leon

5 (1 Reviews)
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Coutand
2 Jul 2026, 16:43:43

It's a very good sporty and comfortable car, light and powerful with very good handling. The vehicle is very comfortable and pleasant; I tried it — it's the one I recommend. It's reasonably priced depending on the engine.

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The Peugeot 508 turns heads with a low-slung, almost coupe-like silhouette and a cabin that feels grown-up and surprisingly premium for the money. On the road it balances comfort and poise with a playful edge, making it a convincing choice for buyers who want something stylish and sensible without shouting for attention.

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4.9 (2 Reviews)
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ANDRZEJ
21 Jan 2026, 14:22:12

I've had the 225 Hybrid GT for two years. Super car if you have, say, solar panels on the roof and charge from a socket — with a 10–15 km commute you drive on electricity for next to nothing. On the motorway at 140 km/h it uses about 6.0–6.3 l/100 km, superb comfort and quietness — and that stylish look!!!

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Peugeot 508

Costs and Consumption
Price
35,700 - 50,900 £
Price
44,600 - 60,800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
124 - 131 km
Electric Range
46 - 55 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 172 g/km
co2
36 - 45 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,708 kg
Curb weight
1,811 - 1,941 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
487 L
Length
-
Length
4,750 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
1,403 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,537 L
Payload
432 - 493 kg
Payload
379 - 469 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 325 HP
Power HP
180 - 360 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
360 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 239 kW
Power kW
133 - 265 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Peugeot
Is the CUPRA Leon offered with different drivetrains?

The CUPRA Leon is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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