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CUPRA Leon vs Toyota Yaris comparison

Compare performance (325 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (35,700 £ vs 21,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon or Toyota Yaris?

CUPRA Leon vs Toyota Yaris: Key differences

CUPRA Leon

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • a bit more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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Toyota Yaris

4 (7 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • visibly 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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Leon

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Toyota Yaris is considerably cheaper – starting at 21,900 £ , while the CUPRA Leon costs 35,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,821 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Leon uses 1.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Toyota Yaris with 3.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2.5 L/100km.

Yaris

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 a bit more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 45 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Toyota Yaris takes 5.5 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Leon delivers only slightly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 390 Nm. That’s about 30 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, Toyota Yaris is visibly lighter – 1,090 kg compared to 1,371 kg. The difference is around 281 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Leon offers markedly more boot space – 380 L compared to 286 L. That’s a difference of about 94 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Yaris carries very slightly more – 525 kg compared to 493 kg. That’s a difference of about 32 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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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
CUPRA Leon
Toyota Yaris

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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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Toyota Yaris

The Yaris is a compact hatchback that blends everyday practicality with Toyota’s long-standing reputation for reliability, making it easy to live with in city traffic. Its nimble handling and sensible interior make the Yaris a smart choice for drivers who want straightforward, fuss-free transport.

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CUPRA Leon
Toyota Yaris

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,700 - 50,900 £
Price
21,900 - 40,800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 8.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
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
87 - 197 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,708 kg
Curb weight
1,090 - 1,356 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
141 - 286 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,745 - 1,805 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
432 - 493 kg
Payload
289 - 525 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 325 HP
Power HP
116 - 280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
390 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
110 - 239 kW
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,490 - 1,618 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Toyota
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