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CUPRA Leon vs VW Touareg comparison

Compare performance (325 HP vs 462 HP), boot space and price (35,700 £ vs 64,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Leon or VW Touareg?

CUPRA Leon vs VW Touareg: Key differences

CUPRA Leon

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • clearly lighter
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VW Touareg

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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 is clearly cheaper – starting at 35,700 £ , while the VW Touareg costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,629 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Leon uses 1.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the VW Touareg with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 3.9 L/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Leon offers substantially more range – reaching up to 131 km, about 82 km more than the VW Touareg.

Touareg

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 VW Touareg offers noticeably more power – delivering 462 HP compared to 325 HP. That’s roughly 137 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Touareg is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.1 s, while the CUPRA Leon takes 5.4 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Touareg delivers visibly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 280 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, CUPRA Leon is clearly lighter – 1,371 kg compared to 2,059 kg. The difference is around 688 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Touareg offers substantially more boot space – 810 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 430 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Touareg carries markedly more – 751 kg compared to 493 kg. That’s a difference of about 258 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Leon holds a decisive overall lead 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.

from £35,700
Leon

CUPRA Leon

  • Engine Type Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 325 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.3 - 7.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 124 - 131 km
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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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Reviews CUPRA Leon

5 (1 Reviews)
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Coutand
2 Jul 2026, 16:43:43

It's a very good sporty and comfortable car, light and powerful with very good handling. The vehicle is very comfortable and pleasant; I tried it — it's the one I recommend. It's reasonably priced depending on the engine.

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VW Touareg

Volkswagen Touareg wraps a grown-up presence in a classy, well-appointed cabin that feels more like a premium saloon than an SUV. It glides with quiet composure, devours long journeys and tucks away clever tech that makes life easier whether you’re stuck in town or nipping off the beaten track.

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Reviews VW Touareg

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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Kevin
20 Apr 2026, 13:09:09

Brilliant car. Had 3 since 2005. Can't fault them. Would have purchased another, but after visiting local dealership, vehicle was being used by Sales Manager and it was in a d disgraceful condition. So purchased BME X6

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Roberto
4 Dec 2025, 21:53:53

Impeccable road-holding, especially if you choose optional extras like air suspension, active anti-roll bars and rear-wheel steering. Fast, quiet and comfortable.

Chris
23 Sept 2025, 10:05:45

I've been driving a Touareg 3.0 TDI with 286 PS, model year 2019, for 5 years.
So far no problems. Zero repairs.
Air suspension is top.
Driving feel is great.
Fuel consumption is also excellent for a vehicle of this weight (7.5 liters on average).
In my opinion the car is highly recommendable. That's why 5 stars!

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Costs and Consumption
Price
35,700 - 50,900 £
Price
64,300 - 88,300 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 10.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
124 - 131 km
Electric Range
47 - 49 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
28 - 172 g/km
co2
119 - 239 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,708 kg
Curb weight
2,059 - 2,470 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
665 - 810 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,984 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
432 - 493 kg
Payload
550 - 751 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
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 - 325 HP
Power HP
231 - 462 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
450 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
110 - 239 kW
Power kW
170 - 340 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
2,967 - 2,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
VW
Is the CUPRA Leon offered with different drivetrains?

The CUPRA Leon is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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