Compare performance (325 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (35,200 £ vs 62,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon or Volvo S90?
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.
CUPRA Leon is clearly cheaper – starting at 35,200 £ , while the Volvo S90 costs 62,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,043 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S90 uses 0.8 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the CUPRA Leon with 1.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.
As for electric range, the CUPRA Leon offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 131 km, about 42 km more than the Volvo S90.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Volvo S90 offers markedly more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 325 HP. That’s roughly 130 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S90 is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the CUPRA Leon takes 5.4 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S90 delivers substantially more torque with 709 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 289 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Leon is noticeably lighter – 1,371 kg compared to 1,912 kg. The difference is around 541 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Volvo S90 offers somewhat more boot space – 453 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 73 L.
When it comes to payload, the Volvo S90 carries marginally more – 518 kg compared to 493 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.
The Volvo S90 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.
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.
detailsThe Volvo S90 is a composed, elegant luxury sedan that dresses Scandinavian restraint in a quietly imposing package. It prioritises serene highway manners and a calm, tech‑savvy cabin, making it a car that suggests you deserve the nicer things in life without ever raising its voice.
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Price
35,200 - 50,900 £
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Price
62,200 - 70,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
124 - 131 km
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Electric Range
89 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
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co2
28 - 172 g/km
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co2
17 - 149 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,371 - 1,708 kg
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Curb weight
1,912 - 2,119 kg
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Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
431 - 453 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,969 mm
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Width
1,799 mm
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Width
1,879 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,440 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
432 - 493 kg
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Payload
451 - 518 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 325 HP
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Power HP
235 - 455 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
250 - 420 Nm
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Torque
480 - 709 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
110 - 239 kW
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Power kW
173 - 335 kW
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
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Brand
CUPRA
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Brand
Volvo
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