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Peugeot 208 vs CUPRA Leon comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 325 HP), boot space and price (21,000 £ vs 35,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 208 or CUPRA Leon?

Peugeot 208 vs CUPRA Leon: Key differences

Peugeot 208

4 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • slightly lighter
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CUPRA Leon

  • clearly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly 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

208

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.

Peugeot 208 is considerably cheaper – starting at 21,000 £ , while the CUPRA Leon costs 35,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,696 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Leon uses 1.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Peugeot 208 with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 3.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 208 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 432 km, about 301 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 clearly more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 169 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Peugeot 208 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Leon delivers visibly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

208

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, Peugeot 208 is slightly lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,371 kg. The difference is around 206 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Leon offers very slightly more boot space – 380 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 28 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Leon carries somewhat more – 493 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 63 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Leon stands well ahead of its rival 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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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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Peugeot 208

The Peugeot 208 feels like a city-savvy fox: compact, stylish and surprisingly grown-up, with a cabin that punches above its weight and enough personality to make daily commutes a little less boring. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want chic practicality without the showroom bluster — easy to park, thrifty to run and oddly fun when the road tightens up.

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Reviews Peugeot 208

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Labbe
21 Dec 2025, 15:16:45

Fuel consumption stated in the article — misleading. In town, on the highway, at least 7 L/100 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
21,000 - 33,200 £
Price
35,700 - 50,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
363 - 432 km
Electric Range
124 - 131 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 116 g/km
co2
28 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,165 - 1,530 kg
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,708 kg
Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,745 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
380 - 430 kg
Payload
432 - 493 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Power HP
150 - 325 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
110 - 239 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, F
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
CUPRA
What drive types are available for the Peugeot 208?

The Peugeot 208 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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