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CUPRA Tavascan vs SEAT Leon comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (45,700 £ vs 24,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Tavascan or SEAT Leon?

CUPRA Tavascan vs SEAT Leon: Key differences

CUPRA Tavascan

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • a bit more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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SEAT Leon

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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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

Tavascan

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

SEAT Leon is significantly cheaper – starting at 24,500 £ , while the CUPRA Tavascan costs 45,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,266 £.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Tavascan offers significantly more range – reaching up to 553 km, about 420 km more than the SEAT Leon.

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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 CUPRA Tavascan offers a bit more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Tavascan is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the SEAT Leon takes 7.7 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the SEAT Leon is somewhat faster – reaching 217 km/h, while the CUPRA Tavascan tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 37 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Tavascan delivers significantly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 319 Nm more.

Tavascan

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, SEAT Leon is significantly lighter – 1,344 kg compared to 2,178 kg. The difference is around 834 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Tavascan offers markedly more boot space – 540 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 160 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Tavascan carries only slightly more – 522 kg compared to 521 kg. That’s a difference of about 1 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Tavascan 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.

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Tavascan

CUPRA Tavascan

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 286 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.9 - 17.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 513 - 553 km
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Reviews CUPRA Tavascan

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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David
25 Apr 2026, 10:57:49

Both are very good. The range and energy consumption is beter in the cupra. The cupra is also more responsive and it handles beter. The Kia is more spacious and slightly beter tech wise. The Kia is more a family car.

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SEAT Leon

SEAT Leon pairs sharp, modern styling with a cabin that's sensible and slightly sporty, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want flair without fuss. It drives with eager composure and offers a neat balance of comfort and agility, so you get everyday usability with a wink of fun.

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FaBio
4 Jan 2026, 21:30:20

Mechanically the car is fairly well built, apart from the rear axle.
The air conditioning is effective and visibility is good, while the FR setup paired with the 18" wheels, in my view, hurts comfort — getting in and out can be awkward. Once on board, though, the seats are very comfortable. The infotainment is comprehensive, with a generously sized screen and full-link smartphone connectivity; the factory sat-nav does what it can, but obviously Maps is superior in every way.
All in all, a fun/sporty car that also winks at family life thanks to a roomy boot and modest fuel consumption.

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CUPRA Tavascan
SEAT Leon

Costs and Consumption
Price
45,700 - 49,600 £
Price
24,500 - 36,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
513 - 553 km
Electric Range
133 km
Battery Capacity
77 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
28 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
45 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,178 - 2,273 kg
Curb weight
1,344 - 1,657 kg
Trunk capacity
540 L
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
4,644 mm
Length
4,368 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Height
1,597 mm
Height
1,442 - 1,456 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,301 L
Payload
507 - 522 kg
Payload
473 - 521 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 340 HP
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
197 - 217 km/h
Torque
545 - 679 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
210 - 250 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
SEAT
What drive types are available for the CUPRA Tavascan?

The CUPRA Tavascan is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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