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CUPRA Leon vs Tesla Model 3 comparison

Compare performance (325 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (31,800 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon or Tesla Model 3?

CUPRA Leon vs Tesla Model 3: Key differences

CUPRA Leon

  • clearly lighter
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Tesla Model 3

3.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

Tesla Model 3 is marginally cheaper – starting at 31,700 £ , while the CUPRA Leon costs 31,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 52 £.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model 3 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 750 km, about 619 km more than the CUPRA Leon.

Model 3

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 Tesla Model 3 offers markedly more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 325 HP. That’s roughly 135 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.1 s, while the CUPRA Leon takes 5.4 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Tesla Model 3 is slightly faster – reaching 262 km/h, while the CUPRA Leon tops out at 229 km/h. The difference is around 33 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model 3 delivers clearly more torque with 660 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 240 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, CUPRA Leon is clearly lighter – 1,371 kg compared to 1,772 kg. The difference is around 401 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model 3 offers clearly more boot space – 594 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 214 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Leon carries markedly more – 493 kg compared to 377 kg. That’s a difference of about 116 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model 3 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 £31,700
Model 3

Tesla Model 3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 283 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13 - 16.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 534 - 750 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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dino999
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I wanted to give 0 stars but you can't — unfortunately, it sucks.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
31,800 - 50,900 £
Price
31,700 - 50,100 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 16.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
124 - 131 km
Electric Range
534 - 750 km
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
83 kWh
co2
28 - 172 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,708 kg
Curb weight
1,772 - 1,929 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
594 L
Length
4,398 - 4,399 mm
Length
4,724 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,444 - 1,467 mm
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,191 - 1,301 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
432 - 493 kg
Payload
303 - 377 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 325 HP
Power HP
283 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
215 - 229 km/h
Max Speed
262 km/h
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
110 - 239 kW
Power kW
208 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Tesla
Is the CUPRA Leon offered with different drivetrains?

The CUPRA Leon is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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