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Kia EV3 vs CUPRA Leon comparison
Compare performance (204 HP vs 325 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 31,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or CUPRA Leon?
EV3
Costs and Efficiency:
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Kia EV3 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the CUPRA Leon costs 31,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 909 £.
As for electric range, the Kia EV3 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 605 km, about 474 km more than the CUPRA Leon.
Leon
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 CUPRA Leon offers markedly more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 121 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Kia EV3 takes 7.5 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the CUPRA Leon is markedly faster – reaching 229 km/h, while the Kia EV3 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 59 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Leon delivers clearly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 137 Nm more.
EV3
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Leon is clearly lighter – 1,371 kg compared to 1,800 kg. The difference is around 429 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia EV3 offers a bit more boot space – 460 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.
For maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Leon offers barely more capacity – up to 1,301 L, about 50 L more than the Kia EV3.
When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Leon carries marginally more – 493 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 23 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Kia EV3 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.
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Kia EV3
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CUPRA Leon
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Kia EV3
The Kia EV3 arrives as a cheeky, practical electric compact that manages to feel both premium and playful, delivering crisp handling and a roomy cabin that's perfect for urban life. With smart tech, friendly styling and sensible pricing, the EV3 is the kind of car that makes switching to electric feel like a no-brainer without asking you to give anything important up.
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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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Kia EV3
CUPRA Leon
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
30,800 - 41,700 £
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Price
31,800 - 50,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
436 - 605 km
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Electric Range
124 - 131 km
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Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
28 - 172 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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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
1,800 - 1,885 kg
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Curb weight
1,371 - 1,708 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 L
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Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
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Length
4,300 - 4,310 mm
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Length
4,398 - 4,399 mm
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Width
1,850 mm
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Width
1,799 mm
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Height
1,560 - 1,570 mm
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Height
1,444 - 1,467 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,251 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,191 - 1,301 L
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Payload
470 kg
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Payload
432 - 493 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 HP
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Power HP
150 - 325 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
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Max Speed
170 km/h
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Max Speed
215 - 229 km/h
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Torque
283 Nm
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Torque
250 - 420 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
150 kW
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Power kW
110 - 239 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, F
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
CUPRA
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