Cupra Leon Review 2026

February 2020

Cupra Leon revealed with hybrid power

A hot version of the new SEAT Leon, the Cupra Leon follows the Ateca in being sold as a standalone Cupra model. It's available in five-door hatch or estate body styles.

It uses the same 2.0-litre TSI petrol engine as the new Golf GTI. It comes with 245 or 300PS, while the estate version will be available with 310PS. There's also a plug-in hybrid model with 245PS.

The fastest model will accelerate to 62mph in 4.8 seconds, while top speed is limited to 155mph. All models come with a DSG automatic gearbox, while four-wheel-drive is standard on the estate.

November 2020

Cupra Leon priced from £31,450

Order books are now open for the Cupra Leon e-Hybrid with prices starting from £34,495 for a VZ2 model. Order books for pure-petrol variants will open early 2021.

Indicative prices for two petrol models reveal a starting price from £31,450 for the Cupra Leon 2.0 TSI 245PS, and £35,000 for the 2.0 TSI 300PS.

Prices for the 310PS 4Drive model, available exclusively in Estate form, will be announced before the end of the year.

Electrifying the Cupra brand for the first time, the Cupra Leon 1.4 e-Hybrid 245PS VZ2 accelerates from 0-62mph in 6.7 seconds and a has an official combined fuel consumption of up to 217.3mpg, with emissions as low as 30g/km (WLTP).

At the heart of the high-performance plug-in hybrid is a 150PS, 250Nm 1.4-litre TSI petrol engine; a 115PS electric motor; and 13kWh lithium-ion battery pack. Together these provide an impressive 245PS of power and 400Nm of torque.

Cupra Leon eHybrid has an electric-only range (WLTP) of 32 miles. When the battery needs recharging, it can be done in as little as 3 hours 42 minutes using a 3.6kW AC Wall box (or 5 hours 48 minutes from 230V domestic socket).

The Cupra Leon eHybrid always starts in all-electric mode (when the battery is sufficiently charged). The drive switches to Hybrid mode if the state of charge of the battery drops below a certain level or if the speed rises above 81mph. In Hybrid mode, the driver can pre-define a saved state of charge of the battery, only using the saved charge when within a low-emissions zone.

Priced at £34,495, the VZ2 e-HYBRID model offers a balance of sporty and premium design features and advanced technology as standard. The exterior features 19-inch machined sport black and silver alloy wheels and rear diffusers with twin exhaust pipes on each side that pay homage to the brand’s heritage, while trademark chrome and copper detailing and rear coast-to-coast lighting enhance the Cupra Leon’s premium feel.

Inside, the Cupra Leon continues its unique design cues, with drivers introduced to a stylish and distinct black cabin, with chrome and copper detailing, Cupra embossed racing bucket seats, a plush leather steering wheel and Cupra sports pedals all fitted as standard.

An advanced digital cockpit with Full Link integration (including wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto), 10-inch Media System Plus with smart navigation, ambient and wraparound lighting and a seven-speaker audio system provide a premium experience behind the wheel.

Four Cupra Drive profiles – Comfort, Sport, Cupra and Individual – offer drivers an unforgetable experience on every road, while an array of advanced technologies, including keyless start and entry, a Tiredness Recognition system, Lane Keeping System and Front Assist ensure the highest levels of safety.

Progressing up the range, the VZ3 trim increases the level of comfort and technology, while ramping up the CUPRA Leon’s sporty design cues, introducing 19-inch aerodynamic black and silver alloy wheels, heated Petrol Blue genuine Nappa leather bucket seats (black leather also available at no cost), a heated front steering wheel, wireless smartphone charging and a virtual pedal with electric tailgate (Estate only).

The exclusive First Edition adds an array of safety technology including Dynamic Road Sign display, High Beam Assist, predictive and adaptive cruise control, Side and Exit Assist and Lane Change Assist.

New Cupra Leon 5DR

Model	CO 2 (g/km, WLTP)	Fuel econ. (mpg, WLTP)	BiK	Price (OTR)
VZ2	30	201.8-217.3	10%	£34,495
VZ3	30	201.8-217.3	10%	£36,225
First Edition	30	201.8-217.3	10%	£35,775

New Cupra Leon Estate

Model	CO 2 (g/km, WLTP)	Fuel econ. (mpg, WLTP)	BiK	Price (OTR)
VZ2	31	188.3-201.8	10%	£35,525
VZ3	31	188.3-201.8	10%	£37,585
First Edition	31	188.3-201.8	10%	£37,240

The Cupra Leon is available in white non-metallic paint and five metallic colours (Desire Red, Magnetic Grey, Midnight Black, Urban Silver and Graphene Grey) at no extra cost.

Deliveries to the UK begin before the end of the year (2020) for plug-in hybrid variants and early 2021 for pure-petrol models.

May 2021

Cupra Leon Estate priced from £38,475

Prices have been announced for Cupra's most potent performance estate to date, costing from £38,475 RRP for CUPRA Leon Estate 2.0 TSI DSG-auto 4Drive 310 VZ2 and rising to £40,535 for the top VZ3 trim.

Its sophisticated powertrain combines the latest iteration of the 2.0-litre TSI petrol engine with a DSG-auto transmission and 4Drive four-wheel drive system as standard to deliver exceptional all-weather capability and an exhilarating driving experience.

The renowned 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine produces 310PS and 400Nm of torque, enabling Leon Estate to accelerate from 0-62mph in just 4.9 seconds and on to a limited top speed of 155mph.

On the combined WLTP cycle, Leon Estate 310PS offers up to 34.4mpg and CO 2 emissions from 186g/km.

VZ2 equips Leon Estate 310PS with an extensive specification as standard, with 19” machined black and silver alloy wheels, the Leon’s signature LED exterior lighting, Media System Plus with Navigation and Full Link smartphone integration, ambient interior lighting, CUPRA’s distinctive copper interior detailing, sports bucket seats, Dynamic Chassis Control, keyless start and entry and three-zone climate control.

VZ3 adds 19” Aerodynamic machined sport black and silver alloys, wireless phone charger, heated front seats, leather upholstery, power driver seat and electric tailgate.

Standard equipment bespoke to the Leon Estate 310PS includes roof rails in gloss black, a 12V socket in the boot, a CUPRA Supersports heated steering wheel with satellite buttons and the CUPRA Safety and Driving Pack XL comprising of dynamic road sign display, high beam assist, Predictive and Adaptive Cruise Control, blind spot monitor, exit warning, emergency assist and lane change assist.

Towbar pre-installation, panoramic sunroof, a choice of seven paint colours and petrol blue nappa leather (VZ3 only) can be additionally specified.

Model	CO 2 (g/km, WLTP)	Combined fuel consumption (mpg, WLTP)	BiK (2021/22)	Price (OTR RRP)
VZ2	186-196	32.8-34.4	37%	£38,475
VZ3	186-196	32.8-34.4	37%	£40,535

May 2021

245PS Cupra Leon priced from £31,460

Cupra has introduced a new powertrain to its Leon range, with order books open from today.

The brand’s hot hatchback has received a new 245PS output of the 2.0 TSI DSG-auto powertrain, increasing the affordability of the Cupra Leon. Now available to order, prices start from £31,460 RRP for the VZ1 trim and rise to £32,695 for the VZ2 trim.

Available exclusively with the DSG-auto transmission, the latest iteration delivers 245PS and 370Nm of torque. The efficient turbocharged petrol engine powers the CUPRA Leon from 0-62mph in just 6.4 seconds, with a limited top speed of 155mph.

The brand says the 245PS 2.0 TSI provides a perfect balance between performance, efficiency and comfort, with all Cupra Leon variants including a host of performance design features and technology as standard.

The range kicks off with the VZ1 trim, which features 18-inch machined black and silver alloy wheels, sports bumpers, black brake calipers, Cupra's unique chrome and copper interior detailing, a flat-bottomed perforated leather steering wheel with gearshift paddles, sports bucket seats and a rear diffuser with oval quad (two either side) exhaust pipes.

A comprehensive selection of technology comes as standard too, with highlights including a digital cockpit, a 10-inch infotainment system with navigation and Full Link smartphone integration (compatible with Mirror Link, wireless Apple CarPlay and wired Google Android Auto), four USB-C charging ports, wraparound ambient interior lighting, illuminated door sills, three-zone climate control, cruise control with speed limiter, keyless entry and start and a rear view reversing camera.

VZ2 trim upgrades the wheels to 19-inch machined black and silver alloys and enhance the aggressive aesthetic of the CUPRA Leon, while adding dynamic chassis control that enhances the hatchback’s driving dynamics and ride.

New CUPRA Leon Hatch TSI DSG-auto 245PS

Model	CO 2 (g/km, WLTP)	Combined fuel consumption (mpg, WLTP)	BiK (2020/21)	Price (OTR RRP)
VZ1	162-172	37.2-39.2	35%	£31,460
VZ2	163-172	37.2-39.2	35%	£32,695

July 2021

Cupra Leon updated for 2021

The Cupra Leon is now available to order in two matte paint finishes –­ Magnetic Tech and Petrol Blue.

All variants of the Leon equipped with a DSG-auto gearbox will also benefit from a heated steering wheel as standard, while on Formentor, an electric tailgate is now an available option on V1 and V2 trims, and a top view camera can be added to the VZ2 and VZ3 trims.

CUPRA Leon e-HYBRID also gains a mode 3 charging cable as standard, enabling faster charging.

Cupra for the CUPRA Leon start at £31,555 OTR for Leon Hatch VZ1 trim 2.0-litre TSI 245PS DSG-auto and rise to £40,535 OTR for the range-topping Leon Estate VZ3 2.0-litre TSI 310PS DSG-auto 4Drive.