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CUPRA Leon vs Volvo XC60 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (300 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (31800 £ vs 49200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon or Volvo XC60?

CUPRA Leon

Volvo XC60

5 (2 Reviews)
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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 convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31800 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 49200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17434 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Leon manages with 1.30 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Volvo XC60 with 2.80 L. The difference is about 1.50 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Leon performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 131 km, about 49 km more than the Volvo XC60.

XC60

Engine and Performance:

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 XC60 has a clearly perceptible 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 XC60 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the CUPRA Leon takes 5.70 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Leon performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo XC60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo XC60 pulls clearly 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 clearly perceptible lighter – 1371 kg compared to 1900 kg. The difference is around 529 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Volvo XC60 offers clearly perceptible more room – 483 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 103 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC60 performs a bit better – up to 1543 L, which is about 242 L more than the CUPRA Leon.

When it comes to payload, Volvo XC60 slightly takes the win – 550 kg compared to 483 kg. That’s a difference of about 67 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
Leon

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
Volvo XC60

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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 XC60

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The Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian calm with confident presence, offering a cabin that feels plush without shouting for attention. It’s a smart pick for buyers after a composed ride, clever practicality and thoughtful safety touches — it even makes running the family shuttle feel almost serene, which is a small miracle.

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CUPRA Leon
Volvo XC60

Costs and Consumption

Price
31800 - 49200 £
Price
49200 - 75100 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
124 - 131 km
Electric Range
74 - 82 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
28 - 175 g/km
co2
64 - 169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
71 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
1900 - 2150 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
Length
4398 - 4399 mm
Length
4708 mm
Width
1799 mm
Width
1902 mm
Height
1444 - 1467 mm
Height
1651 - 1655 mm
Max trunk capacity
1191 - 1301 L
Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1543 L
Payload
432 - 483 kg
Payload
510 - 550 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol 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
250 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
350 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General

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