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CUPRA Leon vs Volvo V90 comparison

Compare performance (325 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (31800 £ vs 62300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon or Volvo V90?

CUPRA Leon vs Volvo V90: Key differences

CUPRA Leon

  • clearly cheaper
  • evident more electric range
  • decisively lighter

Volvo V90

  • clearly perceptible more power
  • convincingly more efficient
  • somewhat quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • evident more trunk space

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

Leon

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

CUPRA Leon has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31800 £ , while the Volvo V90 costs 62300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30548 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo V90 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 evident better – achieving up to 131 km, about 43 km more than the Volvo V90.

V90

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 V90 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 455 HP compared to 325 HP. That’s roughly 130 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V90 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the CUPRA Leon takes 5.40 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Leon performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 229 km/h, while the Volvo V90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 49 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo V90 pulls clearly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 289 Nm difference.

Leon

Space and Everyday Use:

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 curb weight, CUPRA Leon is decisively lighter – 1371 kg compared to 2075 kg. The difference is around 704 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Volvo V90 offers evident more room – 488 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 108 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Volvo V90 performs slightly better – up to 1454 L, which is about 153 L more than the CUPRA Leon.

When it comes to payload, Volvo V90 slight takes the win – 515 kg compared to 493 kg. That’s a difference of about 22 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo V90 is clearly superior 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.

CUPRA Leon
Volvo V90

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V90

Volvo V90

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 398 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.80 L
  • Electric Range : 88 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 V90

The Volvo V90 blends Scandinavian elegance with estate practicality, delivering a composed ride and an interior that's both luxurious and perfectly sensible. Packed with clever storage and top-flight safety kit, it's the choice for buyers who want to look classy while hauling life's chaos — without making a fuss about it.

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CUPRA Leon
Volvo V90

Costs and Consumption

Price
31800 - 50900 £
Price
62300 - 71700 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
0.80 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
124 - 131 km
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
28 - 172 g/km
co2
18 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1371 - 1708 kg
Curb weight
2075 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
488 L
Length
4398 - 4399 mm
Length
4945 mm
Width
1799 mm
Width
1879 mm
Height
1444 - 1467 mm
Height
1472 mm
Max trunk capacity
1191 - 1301 L
Max trunk capacity
1454 L
Payload
432 - 493 kg
Payload
515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 325 HP
Power HP
398 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
Max Speed
215 - 229 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
659 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 239 kW
Power kW
293 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General

Model Year
2025 - 2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
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.