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CUPRA Leon vs Suzuki Swift comparison

Compare performance (325 HP vs 82 HP), boot space and price (31,800 £ vs 17,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon or Suzuki Swift?

CUPRA Leon vs Suzuki Swift: Key differences

CUPRA Leon

  • considerably more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly more trunk space

Suzuki Swift

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • noticeably lighter

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

Leon

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Suzuki Swift is clearly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the CUPRA Leon costs 31,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,615 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Leon uses 1.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Suzuki Swift with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 L/100km.

Swift

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 considerably more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 82 HP. That’s roughly 243 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the CUPRA Leon is noticeably faster – reaching 229 km/h, while the Suzuki Swift tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 59 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Leon delivers substantially more torque with 420 Nm compared to 112 Nm. That’s about 308 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Suzuki Swift is noticeably lighter – 1,069 kg compared to 1,371 kg. The difference is around 302 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Leon offers clearly more boot space – 380 L compared to 265 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.

For maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Leon offers markedly more capacity – up to 1,301 L, about 321 L more than the Suzuki Swift.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Leon carries visibly more – 493 kg compared to 296 kg. That’s a difference of about 197 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Leon is decisively ahead 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 £31,800
Leon

CUPRA Leon

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • 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 Suzuki Swift is a cheeky little hatch that turns city streets into its playground with lively handling and a grin-inducing drive. Practical enough for daily chores, thrifty to run and kinder on your wallet than many rivals, it's a sensible pick for buyers who want fun without drama.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
31,800 - 50,900 £
Price
17,100 - 21,200 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 4.9 L/100km
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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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
28 - 172 g/km
co2
98 - 110 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L
Fuel tank capacity
37 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,708 kg
Curb weight
1,069 - 1,145 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
265 L
Length
4,398 - 4,399 mm
Length
3,860 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Height
1,444 - 1,467 mm
Height
1,485 - 1,510 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,191 - 1,301 L
Max trunk capacity
980 L
Payload
432 - 493 kg
Payload
282 - 296 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 325 HP
Power HP
82 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
215 - 229 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 170 km/h
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
112 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
110 - 239 kW
Power kW
61 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,197 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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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