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CUPRA Leon vs Suzuki Jimny comparison

Compare performance (325 HP vs 102 HP), boot space and price (35,200 £ vs 25,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon or Suzuki Jimny?

CUPRA Leon vs Suzuki Jimny: Key differences

CUPRA Leon

  • substantially more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Suzuki Jimny

  • noticeably 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Suzuki Jimny is noticeably cheaper – starting at 25,300 £ , while the CUPRA Leon costs 35,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,908 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Leon uses 1.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Suzuki Jimny with 7.7 L/100km. The difference is about 6.4 L/100km.

Jimny

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 substantially more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 223 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Suzuki Jimny takes 12.8 s. That’s about 7.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Leon delivers considerably more torque with 420 Nm compared to 130 Nm. That’s about 290 Nm more.

Leon

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: CUPRA Leon offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Suzuki Jimny is somewhat lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,371 kg. The difference is around 206 kg.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Leon carries significantly more – 493 kg compared to 270 kg. That’s a difference of about 223 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Leon holds a decisive overall lead 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 £35,200
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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Costs and Consumption
Price
35,200 - 50,900 £
Price
25,300 - 27,700 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
124 - 131 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
28 - 172 g/km
co2
173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
3
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,708 kg
Curb weight
1,165 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
3,645 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,645 mm
Height
-
Height
1,705 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
863 L
Payload
432 - 493 kg
Payload
270 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 325 HP
Power HP
102 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
145 km/h
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
130 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 239 kW
Power kW
75 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,462 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Suzuki
Is the CUPRA Leon offered with different drivetrains?

The CUPRA Leon is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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