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Kia Niro vs CUPRA Leon comparison

Compare performance (138 HP vs 325 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 35,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or CUPRA Leon?

Kia Niro vs CUPRA Leon: Key differences

Kia Niro

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • a bit more trunk space
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CUPRA Leon

  • significantly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely 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

Niro

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.

Kia Niro is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the CUPRA Leon costs 35,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,544 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Leon uses 1.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Kia Niro with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 3.2 L/100km.

Leon

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 Leon offers significantly more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 138 HP. That’s roughly 187 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Kia Niro takes 11.1 s. That’s about 5.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Leon delivers visibly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 155 Nm more.

Niro

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 barely lighter – 1,371 kg compared to 1,474 kg. The difference is around 103 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Niro offers a bit more boot space – 451 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 71 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Leon carries barely more – 493 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 27 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
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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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Kia Niro

The Kia Niro is a practical crossover that blends economy and everyday versatility without sacrificing comfort. With a roomy, well-laid-out cabin and calm, composed handling, it’s an easy-to-live-with choice for commuters and families.

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Archi
25 Mar 2026, 13:11:41

Efficient, functional, understated, spacious and comfortable. No surprises: it delivers what it promises and does its job without fanfare. Good buy.

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Wolfgang Schäfer
21 Oct 2025, 14:01:32

I've been driving the Kia Niro since 2019 and am still very happy with this car.

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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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,100 - 33,800 £
Price
35,700 - 50,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
124 - 131 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
102 - 111 g/km
co2
28 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,474 kg
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,708 kg
Trunk capacity
451 L
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
466 kg
Payload
432 - 493 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
138 HP
Power HP
150 - 325 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
265 Nm
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
102 kW
Power kW
110 - 239 kW
Engine capacity
1,580 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, F
Brand
Kia
Brand
CUPRA
What drive types are available for the Kia Niro?

The Kia Niro is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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