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CUPRA Leon vs Subaru BRZ comparison

Compare performance (325 HP vs 235 HP), boot space and price (35,700 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon or Subaru BRZ?

CUPRA Leon vs Subaru BRZ: Key differences

CUPRA Leon

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  • marginally cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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Subaru BRZ

  • barely lighter
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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 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.

CUPRA Leon is marginally cheaper – starting at 35,700 £ , while the Subaru BRZ costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 313 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Leon uses 1.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 7.5 L/100km.

BRZ

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 offers visibly more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 235 HP. That’s roughly 90 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Subaru BRZ takes 6.3 s. That’s about 0.9 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.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: CUPRA Leon offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is barely lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,371 kg. The difference is around 96 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Leon offers visibly more boot space – 380 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 143 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Leon carries a bit more – 493 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 89 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Leon stands well ahead of its rival 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.

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CUPRA Leon

  • Engine Type Diesel, Plug-in 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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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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Reviews CUPRA Leon

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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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Subaru BRZ

The Subaru BRZ is a pure driver's car — lightweight, balanced and joyfully communicative, turning every twisty back road into an invitation to grin. It doesn’t hide behind flashy tech or brute power; instead it delivers razor-sharp handling and honest feedback, making it a brilliant choice for anyone who wants driving to feel like fun again.

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Subaru BRZ

Costs and Consumption
Price
35,700 - 50,900 £
Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 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
199 - 200 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,708 kg
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
237 L
Length
-
Length
4,265 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
-
Height
1,310 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
432 - 493 kg
Payload
395 - 404 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Plug-in Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 325 HP
Power HP
235 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 239 kW
Power kW
172 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3

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

The CUPRA Leon is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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