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CUPRA Leon vs Volvo S90 - Differences and prices compared

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?

CUPRA Leon

Volvo S90

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.

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.

S90

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 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.

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 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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

CUPRA Leon
Volvo S90

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S90

Volvo S90

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 235 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.8 - 5.7 L
  • Electric Range : 89 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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Volvo S90

The 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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CUPRA Leon
Volvo S90

Costs and Consumption

Price
31800 - 49200 £
Price
62200 - 70500 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 5.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
124 - 131 km
Electric Range
89 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
28 - 175 g/km
co2
17 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1371 - 1708 kg
Curb weight
1912 - 2119 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
431 - 453 L
Length
4398 - 4399 mm
Length
4969 mm
Width
1799 mm
Width
1879 mm
Height
1444 - 1467 mm
Height
1440 mm
Max trunk capacity
1191 - 1301 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
432 - 483 kg
Payload
451 - 518 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Power HP
235 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7 s
Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
480 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
173 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2022 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Volvo
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.