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Toyota Corolla vs CUPRA Leon comparison

Compare performance (178 HP vs 325 HP), boot space and price (28,600 £ vs 35,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Corolla or CUPRA Leon?

Toyota Corolla vs CUPRA Leon: Key differences

Toyota Corolla

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
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CUPRA Leon

  • significantly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • only 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

Corolla

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Toyota Corolla is noticeably cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the CUPRA Leon costs 35,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,101 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Leon uses 1.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Toyota Corolla with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 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 178 HP. That’s roughly 147 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Toyota Corolla takes 7.5 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

Corolla

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 only slightly lighter – 1,371 kg compared to 1,420 kg. The difference is around 49 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Leon offers only slightly more boot space – 380 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 19 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Leon carries only slightly more – 493 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 43 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Leon 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.

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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Toyota Corolla

The Corolla is a reliable, no-nonsense compact car known for its practicality and composed ride. It’s economical to run, easy to maintain, and suits daily commuting while holding its value well.

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Excellent car, very good suspension comfort, winter consumption 4.2, summer 3.7, 40,000 km, no problems

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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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CUPRA Leon

Costs and Consumption
Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Price
35,700 - 50,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 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
100 g/km
co2
28 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
43 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,708 kg
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
4,370 mm
Length
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Width
1,790 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Height
1,435 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
400 - 450 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
CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Power HP
150 - 325 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Power kW
110 - 239 kW
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 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
Toyota
Brand
CUPRA
What drivetrain options does the Toyota Corolla have?

The Toyota Corolla is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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