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CUPRA Leon vs Skoda Octavia Limousine comparison

Compare performance (325 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (35,700 £ vs 25,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon or Skoda Octavia Limousine?

CUPRA Leon vs Skoda Octavia Limousine: Key differences

CUPRA Leon

  • noticeably more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Skoda Octavia Limousine

  • substantially cheaper
  • barely lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Skoda Octavia Limousine is substantially cheaper – starting at 25,000 £ , while the CUPRA Leon costs 35,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,701 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Leon uses 1.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Skoda Octavia Limousine with 4.3 L/100km. The difference is about 3 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 noticeably more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 121 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Skoda Octavia Limousine takes 6.6 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Leon delivers slightly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.

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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 Octavia Limousine is barely lighter – 1,351 kg compared to 1,371 kg. The difference is around 20 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Octavia Limousine offers markedly more boot space – 600 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 220 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Octavia Limousine carries barely more – 545 kg compared to 493 kg. That’s a difference of about 52 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 Octavia Limousine blends space and sensible charm into a calm, grown-up package that feels smarter than its modest badge suggests. Practical, comfortable and quietly clever, it's the sort of car that makes everyday driving feel noticeably less mundane and keeps both your wallet and patience intact.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
35,700 - 50,900 £
Price
25,000 - 39,000 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 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
111 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,708 kg
Curb weight
1,351 - 1,537 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
600 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,829 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
432 - 493 kg
Payload
503 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 325 HP
Power HP
116 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 239 kW
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, 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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