Deutschland
France
Nederland
Great Britain
Sverige
Norge
Danmark
Suomi
Italia
Polska
EspañaVS
CUPRA Leon vs VW Passat - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (300 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (31800 £ vs 36500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon or VW Passat?
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 slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31800 £ , while the VW Passat costs 36500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4705 £.
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 electric range, the VW Passat performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 135 km, about 4 km more than the CUPRA Leon.
Passat
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.
Ad · Affiliate
As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
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 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 483 kg. That’s a difference of about 94 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW Passat 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
VW Passat
Costs and Consumption
View detailed analysis
View detailed analysis
Engine and Performance
View detailed analysis
View detailed analysis
Dimensions and Body
View detailed analysis
View detailed analysis
from about £36,500
VW Passat
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.
details
VW Passat
5 (3 Reviews)
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.
details
CUPRA Leon
VW Passat
Costs and Consumption |
|
|---|---|
|
Price
31800 - 49200 £
|
Price
36500 - 58500 £
|
|
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.7 L
|
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 8 L
|
|
Consumption kWh/100km
-
|
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 - 483 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
215 - 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
|
Brand
VW
|
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.