Compare performance (300 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (31800 £ vs 34600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon or VW ID.4?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
CUPRA Leon has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31800 £ , while the VW ID.4 costs 34600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2815 £.
As for electric range, the VW ID.4 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 569 km, about 438 km more than the CUPRA Leon.
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 VW ID.4 has a to a small extent edge – offering 340 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.4 is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the CUPRA Leon takes 5.70 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Leon performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW ID.4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.4 pulls clearly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 279 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 significantly lighter – 1371 kg compared to 1975 kg. The difference is around 604 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW ID.4 offers evident more room – 543 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 163 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.4 performs to a small extent better – up to 1575 L, which is about 274 L more than the CUPRA Leon.
When it comes to payload, VW ID.4 somewhat takes the win – 551 kg compared to 483 kg. That’s a difference of about 68 kg.
The VW ID.4 proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW ID.4 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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 VW ID.4 is a calm, roomy electric SUV that turns everyday driving into a quietly confident experience, its practical packaging and smooth manners tailored perfectly for family life. Volkswagen's solid build and intuitive interior tech mean you get electric practicality without the sci‑fi theatrics, making the ID.4 a sensible, surprisingly likable choice for most buyers.
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Price
31800 - 49200 £
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Price
34600 - 47200 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.7 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 17 kWh
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Electric Range
124 - 131 km
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Electric Range
356 - 569 km
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
52 - 77 kWh
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co2
28 - 175 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1371 - 1708 kg
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Curb weight
1975 - 2248 kg
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Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
543 L
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Length
4398 - 4399 mm
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Length
4582 - 4584 mm
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Width
1799 mm
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Width
1852 mm
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Height
1444 - 1467 mm
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Height
1619 - 1634 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1191 - 1301 L
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Max trunk capacity
1575 L
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Payload
432 - 483 kg
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Payload
515 - 551 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
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 300 HP
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
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Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
110 - 221 kW
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
CUPRA
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Brand
VW
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The CUPRA Leon is available as Front-Wheel Drive.