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CUPRA Leon vs Skoda Fabia comparison

Compare performance (325 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (35,700 £ vs 17,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon or Skoda Fabia?

CUPRA Leon vs Skoda Fabia: Key differences

CUPRA Leon

  • significantly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Skoda Fabia

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • somewhat lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Leon

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Skoda Fabia is considerably cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the CUPRA Leon costs 35,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,373 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Leon uses 1.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Skoda Fabia with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.6 L/100km.

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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 CUPRA Leon offers significantly more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 148 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Skoda Fabia takes 7.4 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Leon delivers considerably more torque with 420 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm more.

Leon

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Fabia is somewhat lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,371 kg. The difference is around 228 kg.

Boot capacity is identical – both offer 380 L of storage.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Leon carries slightly more – 493 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 56 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Leon is clearly superior overall 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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The Skoda Fabia is a clever, no-nonsense small car that turns everyday chores into a breeze thanks to smart packaging and a surprisingly roomy cabin. It won’t set your pulses racing, but it’s a consistently sensible choice — reliable, easy to live with and blessed with a few neat tricks that make city life less faff.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
35,700 - 50,900 £
Price
17,300 - 30,500 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
124 - 131 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
28 - 172 g/km
co2
112 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,708 kg
Curb weight
1,143 - 1,278 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
380 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
432 - 493 kg
Payload
402 - 437 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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 - 325 HP
Power HP
80 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
93 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
110 - 239 kW
Power kW
59 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

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

The CUPRA Leon is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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