Compare performance (300 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (31800 £ vs 62200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon or Volvo S90?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
CUPRA Leon has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31800 £ , while the Volvo S90 costs 62200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30471 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo S90 manages with 0.80 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the CUPRA Leon with 1.30 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the CUPRA Leon performs distinct better – achieving up to 131 km, about 42 km more than the Volvo S90.
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 Volvo S90 has a noticeable edge – offering 455 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 155 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S90 is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the CUPRA Leon takes 5.70 s. That’s about 1 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Leon performs distinct better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo S90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo S90 pulls significantly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 309 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, CUPRA Leon is distinct lighter – 1371 kg compared to 1912 kg. The difference is around 541 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Volvo S90 offers a bit more room – 453 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 73 L.
When it comes to payload, Volvo S90 hardly perceptible takes the win – 518 kg compared to 483 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.
The Volvo S90 is decisively ahead 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
31800 - 49200 £
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Price
62200 - 70500 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.7 L
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Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 5.7 L
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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
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
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co2
28 - 175 g/km
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co2
17 - 149 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 50 L
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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
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1371 - 1708 kg
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Curb weight
1912 - 2119 kg
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Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
431 - 453 L
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Length
4398 - 4399 mm
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Length
4969 mm
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Width
1799 mm
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Width
1879 mm
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Height
1444 - 1467 mm
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Height
1440 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1191 - 1301 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
432 - 483 kg
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Payload
451 - 518 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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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 - 300 HP
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Power HP
235 - 455 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7 s
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Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
250 - 400 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 - 221 kW
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Power kW
173 - 335 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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Engine capacity
1969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2022 - 2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, B
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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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The CUPRA Leon is available as Front-Wheel Drive.