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CUPRA Leon vs Toyota Yaris Cross – Which one offers the better deal?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether CUPRA Leon or Toyota Yaris Cross fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Toyota Yaris Cross has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23700 £, while the CUPRA Leon costs 31800 £. That’s a price difference of around 8066 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Leon manages with 1.30 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Toyota Yaris Cross with 4.50 L. The difference is about 3.20 L per 100 km.

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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 convincingly edge – offering 300 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 170 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the Toyota Yaris Cross takes 10.70 s. That’s about 5 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Leon performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Toyota Yaris Cross tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.

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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 curb weight, Toyota Yaris Cross is to a small extent lighter – 1180 kg compared to 1371 kg. The difference is around 191 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Toyota Yaris Cross offers barely noticeable more room – 397 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 17 L.

In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Leon performs a bit better – up to 1301 L, which is about 204 L more than the Toyota Yaris Cross.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Yaris Cross barely noticeable takes the win – 510 kg compared to 504 kg. That’s a difference of about 6 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the CUPRA Leon shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £31,800
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CUPRA Leon

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 300 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.3 - 7.7 L
  • Electric Range : 124 - 131 km

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 Cross

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The Toyota Yaris Cross takes the jaunty personality of the Yaris and gives it a taller stance and a bit more practicality, so you get city-friendly agility with added SUV presence. It’s easy to live with, economical on the daily grind, and smartly packaged — a sensible pick for buyers who want fuss-free transport with a touch of character.

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CUPRA Leon
Toyota Yaris Cross
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Yaris Cross @ Toyota Motor Corporation

Costs and Consumption

Price
31800 - 49200 £
Price
23700 - 34300 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
124 - 131 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 175 g/km
co2
101 - 108 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
36 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1371 - 1708 kg
Curb weight
1180 - 1290 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
320 - 397 L
Length
4398 - 4399 mm
Length
4180 mm
Width
1799 mm
Width
1765 mm
Height
1444 - 1467 mm
Height
1595 mm
Max trunk capacity
1191 - 1301 L
Max trunk capacity
1097 L
Payload
432 - 504 kg
Payload
485 - 510 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Power HP
116 - 130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.7 - 11.3 s
Max Speed
213 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
170 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
85 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1490 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Toyota
What drive types are available for the CUPRA Leon?

The CUPRA Leon is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.