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CUPRA Leon vs SEAT Ibiza - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (300 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (31800 £ vs 16100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon or SEAT Ibiza?

CUPRA Leon

SEAT Ibiza

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.

SEAT Ibiza has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16100 £, while the CUPRA Leon costs 31800 £. That’s a price difference of around 15617 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Leon manages with 1.30 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the SEAT Ibiza with 5.20 L. The difference is about 3.90 L per 100 km.

Ibiza

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the CUPRA Leon has a clearly edge – offering 300 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 150 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the SEAT Ibiza takes 8.10 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Leon performs somewhat better – reaching 250 km/h, while the SEAT Ibiza tops out at 216 km/h. The difference is around 34 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Leon pulls distinct stronger with 400 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, SEAT Ibiza is clearly perceptible lighter – 1111 kg compared to 1371 kg. The difference is around 260 kg.

In terms of boot space, the CUPRA Leon offers barely noticeable more room – 380 L compared to 355 L. That’s a difference of about 25 L.

In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Leon performs slightly better – up to 1301 L, which is about 136 L more than the SEAT Ibiza.

When it comes to payload, SEAT Ibiza slight takes the win – 522 kg compared to 504 kg. That’s a difference of about 18 kg.

Who wins the race?

The CUPRA Leon proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
CUPRA Leon is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £31,800
Leon

CUPRA Leon

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 300 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.3 - 7.7 L
  • Electric Range : 124 - 131 km
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CUPRA Leon
SEAT Ibiza

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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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SEAT Ibiza

The SEAT Ibiza is a cheeky, well-priced hatchback that blends sharp styling with a grown-up driving character, making it a smart choice for city commuters who still want a bit of fun. Inside it's practical and neatly finished, with sensible kit and easygoing manners that make everyday life less fussy — a car that doesn't try too hard but gets the job done with a smile.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
31800 - 49200 £
Price
16100 - 28000 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.7 L
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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19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
28 - 175 g/km
co2
117 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1371 - 1708 kg
Curb weight
1111 - 1231 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
355 L
Length
4398 - 4399 mm
Length
4059 mm
Width
1799 mm
Width
1780 mm
Height
1444 - 1467 mm
Height
1447 mm
Max trunk capacity
1191 - 1301 L
Max trunk capacity
1165 L
Payload
432 - 504 kg
Payload
489 - 522 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Power HP
80 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 15.3 s
Max Speed
213 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
172 - 216 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
95 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
59 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

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

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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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