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CUPRA Leon vs VW Passat – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether CUPRA Leon or VW Passat fits your lifestyle better.

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

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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 slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31800 £, while the VW Passat costs 35700 £. That’s a price difference of around 3977 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Passat manages with 1.20 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the CUPRA Leon with 1.30 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

As for range, the VW Passat performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 135 km, about 4 km more than the CUPRA Leon.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the CUPRA Leon has a barely noticeable edge – offering 300 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the VW Passat takes 5.80 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

Both models offer the same torque – 400 Nm.

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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 to a small extent lighter – 1371 kg compared to 1573 kg. The difference is around 202 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Passat offers convincingly more room – 690 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 310 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Passat performs noticeable better – up to 1920 L, which is about 619 L more than the CUPRA Leon.

When it comes to payload, VW Passat somewhat takes the win – 577 kg compared to 504 kg. That’s a difference of about 73 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Passat shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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.

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VW Passat

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 8 L
  • Electric Range : 124 - 135 km
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CUPRA Leon

The CUPRA Leon is a striking addition to the hot hatch segment, boasting a design that seamlessly blends sporty aggressiveness with refined elegance. Inside, the cabin offers premium materials and cutting-edge technology, ensuring both driver and passengers enjoy a comfortable and connected journey. Whether navigating city streets or carving through country roads, the CUPRA Leon delivers an exhilarating driving experience that stands out in its class.

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VW Passat

The VW Passat is the grown-up family car that gets the basics absolutely right — roomy, comfortable and built to handle weekday commutes and weekend getaways without fuss. It won't set your pulse racing, but its calm composure and sensible packaging make it boring in the best possible way: a dependable, no‑drama choice for buyers who value practicality over flash.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
31800 - 49200 £
Price
35700 - 58500 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
124 - 131 km
Electric Range
124 - 135 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
28 - 175 g/km
co2
28 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 66 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
1573 - 1858 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
4398 - 4399 mm
Length
4917 mm
Width
1799 mm
Width
1849 mm
Height
1444 - 1467 mm
Height
1521 mm
Max trunk capacity
1191 - 1301 L
Max trunk capacity
1770 - 1920 L
Payload
432 - 504 kg
Payload
501 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Power HP
122 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
213 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
212 - 250 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
90 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, B
Brand
CUPRA
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What drive types are available for the CUPRA Leon?

The CUPRA Leon is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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