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CUPRA Leon vs Toyota Corolla comparison

Compare performance (325 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (31800 £ vs 28600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon or Toyota Corolla?

CUPRA Leon vs Toyota Corolla: Key differences

CUPRA Leon

  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • evident quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • hardly perceptible lighter
  • barely noticeable more trunk space

Toyota Corolla

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper

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.

Toyota Corolla has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28600 £ , while the CUPRA Leon costs 31800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3180 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Leon manages with 1.30 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Toyota Corolla with 4.40 L. The difference is about 3.10 L per 100 km.

Corolla

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 has a significantly edge – offering 325 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 147 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Toyota Corolla takes 7.50 s. That’s about 2.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Leon performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 229 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 49 km/h.

Leon

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 curb weight, CUPRA Leon is hardly perceptible lighter – 1371 kg compared to 1420 kg. The difference is around 49 kg.

In terms of boot space, the CUPRA Leon offers barely noticeable more room – 380 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 19 L.

In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Leon performs slightly better – up to 1301 L, which is about 249 L more than the Toyota Corolla.

When it comes to payload, CUPRA Leon slight takes the win – 493 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 43 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Leon is far ahead 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.

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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
  • 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 Toyota Corolla remains the steady, no-nonsense compact that puts reliability and low running costs at the top of your shopping list, with a comfortable, well-built interior that won't embarrass you at the supermarket. It won't set your pulse racing, but it's an honest, easy-to-live-with car that makes smart sense for buyers who want dependability and sensible value with a dash of modern tech.

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CUPRA Leon
Toyota Corolla

Costs and Consumption
Price
31800 - 50900 £
Price
28600 - 34900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
4.40 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
124 - 131 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 172 g/km
co2
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1371 - 1708 kg
Curb weight
1420 - 1460 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
4398 - 4399 mm
Length
4370 mm
Width
1799 mm
Width
1790 mm
Height
1444 - 1467 mm
Height
1435 mm
Max trunk capacity
1191 - 1301 L
Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1052 L
Payload
432 - 493 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 325 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
215 - 229 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 239 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3

General
Model Year
2025 - 2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Toyota

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What drive types are available for the CUPRA Leon?

The CUPRA Leon is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.