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CUPRA Leon, Price, Specs & Review

Compare every CUPRA Leon variant sold new in Australia. 2 variants, from $46,990 to $64,990 RRP. Side-by-side specs, ANCAP safety, fuel economy, towing capacity, warranty and running costs, pricing sourced from the CUPRA Australian website and updated weekly. This page also covers 11 previous-generation variants, kept for used-buyer research. Their prices are what those cars cost when new, not current offers.

Data checked: specs 30 Aug 2026, price 24 Jun 2026

CUPRA Leon

From $46,990 RRP

$50,990 drive-away (VIC), advertised

Current offer

5.85% P.A. comparison rate finance on Leon

CUPRA CHOICE finance available on all Leon variants. 5.85% p.a. comparison rate, 36-month term, no deposit required, complimentary 5-year service pack included. Offer ends 31 December 2026.

2026 CUPRA Leon S - image 1 of 1
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2026

CUPRA Leon

Hatchback · 1.5L Turbo

Data checked: specs 30 Aug 2026, price 24 Jun 2026

1 recall notice on the federal register for this carSee the notices ↓

Mild HEV
5 Star ANCAP 2025
5-star ANCAP safety rating. Tested 2025. The year is the ANCAP criteria the stars were earned under, and those criteria get stricter about every three years.
110kW
~$11.34/100km est. running cost
5Seats
1,200kg Tow
$50,990

drive-away (VIC), manufacturer advertised

From $46,990 RRP

RRP, before on-road costs

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Variants

Powertrain:PetrolHybridElectric

Cost to own, est.

from $272/wk in VIC

Excludes servicing and insurance: No data for this car.

Made up of, per week

  • Repayment estimate$213 (≈$922/mo)
  • Fuel$33
  • Rego + CTP$18
  • ServicingNo data
  • Tyres$8
  • InsuranceNo data

Assumes $5,000 deposit, 5 yrs at an assumed 7.5% p.a. 15,000 km a year at $2.10/L premium 95 (the site default price). VIC rego + CTP. Estimate only, not a quote or an offer of credit.

$50,990 drive away (VIC, manufacturer advertised)RRP $46,990 excl. on-roads.

Repayment estimate≈$213/wk(≈$922/mo)

$5,000 deposit, 5 yrs at an assumed 7.5% p.a. No balloon. An estimate, not financial advice, a quote or an offer of credit.

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CarSorted Score

77/100

Excellent

Based on safety, value, performance, fuel economy, technology, reliability and practicality

Safety
100
Reliability
56
Technology
92
Fuel Economy
87
Value
84
Performance
46
Practicality
51

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Estimated running cost & resale value5-year modelled estimates

True Cost of Ownership (5 Years)

$5,444

per year to run

$74,209

total 5yr cost

$0.95

per kilometre

Where the 5-year total goes

Purchase$46,990
Fuel$8,845
Insurance$7,500
Servicing$4,000
Tyres$2,080
Rego$4,794

About $5,444/year to run, or $27,220 over 5 years including fuel, insurance, servicing, tyres and registration.

* Estimates based on your parameters. Fuel: each car's official consumption figure at 15,600 km a year and $2.10/L premium petrol. Servicing uses each manufacturer's capped-price schedule where we have it, and tyres scale with your weekly km. A guide only, not a quote.

Depreciation Analysis

48%

retained after 5 years

$22,555

estimated 5yr value

-$24,435

total depreciation

Estimated value retention: Based on your inputs the CUPRA Leon is estimated to retain 48% of its value after 5 years, worth approximately $22,555.

Depreciation estimates are modelled from typical retention curves for each vehicle type, not from recorded resale data for this specific car. Actual resale values may vary significantly based on condition, mileage, service history, market conditions, and other factors. This is not financial advice.

Tyres: 225/40 R18 front, as fitted

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Warranty, servicing & roadside

Warranty

5 yr

Unlimited

Capped-price servicing

Yes

every 15,000km / 12mo

Roadside assist

5 yr

fixed term

Good to know

  • Warranty transfers to the next owner (helps resale)

Terms sourced from the manufacturer (official page), last checked 24 Jul 2026.

Warranty, servicing and roadside terms are as published by the manufacturer and can change or have conditions. Confirm current terms with the manufacturer or a dealer before purchase.

Servicing

Interval

12 months / 15,000 km

whichever comes first

First service due

No data

Capped-price servicing

Yes

Scheduled cost, years 1-3

No data

Scheduled cost, years 1-5

No data

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Recalls on the federal register

1 for this car · 2 for other years of the Leon
  • ▶REC-00660812 May 2026Years on the notice: 2024 - 2026Electric power steering software fault can disable assistance
    Models on the notice:
    Leon; Ateca, Leon, Formentor and Terramar
    Year range on the notice:
    2024 - 2026
    Variant applicability:
    All variants within this model
    Campaign:
    48T5
    What the notice says to do:
    Owners of affected vehicles can contact their preferred CURPA Service Partner to schedule an appointment as soon as possible to have the software update carried out, free of charge.
▶2 notices for other years of the Leon(each prints its own year range; they do not cover this car on our record)
  • ▶REC-00590019 Feb 2024Years on the notice: 2020 - 2022Due to a manufacturing issue, the heat shield between the brake master cylinder and the exhaust may have been incorrectly fitted.
    Models on the notice:
    Formentor, Leon
    Year range on the notice:
    2020 - 2022
    Variant applicability:
    All variants within this model
    Campaign:
    47U6
    What the notice says to do:
    Owners of affected vehicles can contact their preferred Cupra service partner to schedule an appointment to have the vehicle inspected and rectified, free of charge.
  • ▶REC-0056108 Feb 2023Years on the notice: 2021 - 2022Due to a manufacturing issue, the radiator on some vehicles may not be properly secured.
    Models on the notice:
    Leon and Formentor
    Year range on the notice:
    2021 - 2022
    Campaign:
    19ZY
    What the notice says to do:
    Owners can contact their preferred Cupra service partner to schedule an appointment to have the vehicle inspected and rectified free of charge.

The register does not publish whether a campaign is complete, so a listed campaign may already be fixed on your car. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au before relying on this list; a recall covers the builds the notice lists, not every car of a model.

Safety Features

45 confirmed · 16 no data
  • StandardAEB (Car‑to‑Car)
  • StandardAEB (Pedestrian)
  • StandardAEB (Cyclist)
  • StandardAEB (Junction Assist)
  • StandardABS
  • StandardEBD
  • StandardEmergency Brake Assist
  • StandardAdaptive Cruise Control
  • StandardCruise Control
  • StandardPush‑Button Start
  • StandardAir Conditioning
  • StandardPaddle Shifters
  • StandardDrive Modes
  • StandardBlind Spot Monitor
  • StandardLane Keep Assist
  • StandardLane Departure Warning
  • StandardRear Cross Traffic Alert
  • StandardReversing Collision Avoidance
  • StandardForward Collision Warning
  • StandardESC
  • StandardTraction Control
  • StandardHill Hold Assist
  • StandardTrailer Stability Control
  • StandardReversing Camera
  • StandardParking Sensors (Front)
  • StandardParking Sensors (Rear)
  • StandardAuto High Beam
  • StandardDaytime Running Lights
  • StandardFatigue Detection
  • StandardDriver Attention Monitor
  • StandardTraffic Sign Recognition
  • StandardSpeed Limiter
  • StandardTPMS
  • StandardEmergency Stop Signal
  • StandardSeatbelt Reminder
  • StandardAirbags (10)
  • StandardDriver Airbag
  • StandardPassenger Airbag
  • StandardSide Airbags (Front)
  • StandardCurtain Airbags
  • StandardCentre Airbag
  • StandardKnee Airbag (Driver)
  • StandardISOFIX
  • StandardHighway Assist
  • StandardSafe Exit Assist

CUPRA Leon by model year

2026 CUPRA Leon · KL8

2 variants · from $46,990–$64,990

2024 CUPRA Leon · KL8

4 variants

2023 CUPRA Leon · KL8

4 variants

2022 CUPRA Leon · KL8

3 variants

Full Specifications

Engine & Drivetrain10 itemsEngine Size 1.5L · Cylinders 4 · Engine Layout Inline
Engine Size1.5L
Cylinders4
Engine LayoutInline
InductionTurbo
Power110 kW
Torque250 Nm
TransmissionAutomatic
Drive TypeFWD
0-100 km/h8.7s
Top Speed230 km/h
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Dimensions & Weights10 itemsLength 4,398 mm · Width 1,799 mm · Height 1,444 mm
Length4,398 mm
Width1,799 mm
Height1,444 mm
Wheelbase2,686 mm
Ground Clearance150 mm
Turning Circle10.8 m
Seats5
Boot (seats up)344L
Boot (seats folded)888L
GVM1,910 kg
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Towing & Load4 itemsTowing (Braked) 1,200 kg · Towing (Unbraked) 750 kg · Towball Download 120 kg
Towing (Braked)1,200 kg
Towing (Unbraked)750 kg
Towball Download120 kg
GCM3,110 kg
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Fuel & Economy6 itemsCombined 5.4 L/100km · City 6.5 L/100km · Highway 4.7 L/100km
Combined5.4 L/100km
City6.5 L/100km
Highway4.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank45L
Minimum RONRON 95
CO2 Emissions123 g/km
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Engineering Detail6 itemsCamshaft DOHC · Valves per Cylinder 4 · Fuel Delivery Direct Injection
CamshaftDOHC
Valves per Cylinder4
Fuel DeliveryDirect Injection
Engine LocationFront Transverse
Gear Selector LocationFront
Tare Mass1,446 kg
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Technology & Connectivity20 itemsTouchscreen Size 12.9" · Digital Cluster Size 10.3" · USB Ports (Front) 2
Touchscreen Size12.9"
Digital Cluster Size10.3"
Apple CarPlayYes
Android AutoYes
Wireless CarPlay/AAYes
Wireless Phone ChargingYes
Digital InstrumentsYes
Satellite NavigationYes
Digital Radio (DAB+)Yes
Voice RecognitionYes
USB Ports (Front)2
USB Ports (Rear)2
BluetoothYes
Keyless EntryYes
Tyre Pressure MonitoringYes
Reconfigurable Digital ClusterYes
Full Digital InstrumentsYes
USB InputYes
AM/FM RadioYes
12V SocketYes

11 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

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Driver Assistance & Safety17 itemsAutonomous Emergency Braking · AEB (High Speed) · AEB (Low Speed)
Autonomous Emergency BrakingYes
AEB (High Speed)Yes
AEB (Low Speed)Yes
Adaptive Cruise ControlYes
Cruise ControlYes
Push-Button StartYes
Air ConditioningYes
Paddle ShiftersYes
Drive ModesYes
Lane Keep AssistYes
Lane Departure WarningYes
Blind Spot MonitorYes
Rear Cross Traffic AlertYes
Traffic Sign RecognitionYes
Driver Attention MonitorYes
Emergency Steering AssistYes
Highway AssistYes

15 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

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Cameras & Parking4 itemsReversing Camera · Front Parking Sensors · Rear Parking Sensors
Reversing CameraYes
Front Parking SensorsYes
Rear Parking SensorsYes
Graphical Parking DisplayYes

3 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

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Audio System3 itemsSpeakers 6 speakers · Digital Radio (DAB+) · Bluetooth Audio
Speakers6 speakers
Digital Radio (DAB+)Yes
Bluetooth AudioYes

2 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

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Comfort & Convenience27 itemsClimate Zones 3-zone · Seat Material Cloth · Seat Adjustments 12-way
Climate Zones3-zone
Dual Zone ClimateYes
Tri-Zone ClimateYes
Rear Air ConYes
Front Power WindowsYes
Rear Power WindowsYes
Pollen FilterYes
Rear Climate VentsYes
Rear Climate ControlsYes
Front Centre ArmrestYes
Rear Centre ArmrestYes
Illuminated Vanity MirrorsYes
Seatback PocketsYes
Leather Steering WheelYes
Leather Gear KnobYes
Driver Lumbar AdjustYes
Illuminated Door SillsYes
Sport PedalsYes
Rear SpoilerYes
Seat MaterialCloth
Heated Front SeatsYes
Heated Steering WheelYes
Electric Driver SeatYes
Memory Driver SeatYes
Seat Adjustments12-way
Ambient LightingYes
Keyless EntryYes

22 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

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Wheels, Tyres & Brakes9 itemsWheel Size 18" · Wheel Material Alloy · Tyre Setup Square setup
Wheel Size18"
Wheel MaterialAlloy
Tyre SetupSquare setup
Front Tyres225/40 R18
Rear Tyres225/40 R18
Spare WheelTemporary spare
Ventilated Front BrakesYes
Electric Park BrakeYes
Painted Brake CalipersYes

1 further feature is not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover it. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks it.

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Lighting & Visibility16 itemsHeadlight Type LED · LED Headlights · LED Daytime Running Lights
Headlight TypeLED
LED HeadlightsYes
LED Daytime Running LightsYes
Auto High BeamYes
LED Tail LightsYes
Automatic HeadlightsYes
Cornering LightsYes
Front Fog LightsYes
Rear Fog LightsYes
Puddle Logo ProjectionYes
Rain-Sensing WipersYes
Rear WiperYes
Heated MirrorsYes
Electric Folding MirrorsYes
Auto-Dimming Rear-View MirrorYes
Rear Privacy GlassYes

4 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

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Suspension & Steering8 itemsFront Suspension MacPherson strut · Rear Suspension Torsion beam · Steering Type Rack-mount Electric Power Assisted Progressive
Front SuspensionMacPherson strut
Rear SuspensionTorsion beam
Steering TypeRack-mount Electric Power Assisted Progressive
Steering TiltYes
Steering ReachYes
Independent Front SuspensionYes
Front Stabiliser BarYes
Rear Stabiliser BarYes

4 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

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Off-Road Capability1 itemGround Clearance 150mm
Ground Clearance150mm

14 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

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Warranty & Servicing3 itemsNew Vehicle Warranty 5 years / Unlimited · Roadside Assistance 5 years · Service Interval 15,000 km / 12 months
New Vehicle Warranty5 years / Unlimited
Roadside Assistance5 years
Service Interval15,000 km / 12 months
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Price tracker

Standing price

$46,990 RRP before on-road costs

We check the manufacturer's published price regularly and record every change here.

RRP before on-road costs, as published by the manufacturer.

Overview

If you want a petrol hatch that's light on fuel and can still hitch up a small trailer, the 2026 CUPRA Leon S is worth a look. It's a 5-seat front-drive hatchback with a petrol mild hybrid setup and an automatic, priced at $46,990 RRP, which is the recommended retail price before on-road costs. It uses 5.4L/100km on the combined cycle and has 344 litres of boot space with the seats up. It can tow 1,200kg braked. The boot isn't huge, so it suits singles, couples or small families who don't haul bulky gear often.

Quick Insights

How this car rates on what Australian buyers care about most

Safety
5/5 ANCAPtested 2025
Running Cost
$11.34/100km
Warranty
5 years
Boot, seats up
344L
Value
Mid-range

Economy & Emissions

Combined

5.4 L/100km

Cost per 100km

~$11.34

City

6.5 L/100km

Highway

4.7 L/100km

CO2 Emissions

123 g/km

Minimum RON

RON 95

Fuel Tank

45L

Est. Range

~833 km

Emission Standard

Euro 6d

Autonomous and advanced safety

Highway Assist
Driver Attention Monitor

Range in the real world

How far a tank really takes you once speed, load and towing are counted, not just the lab figure
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Towing and load

The 4WD and load hardware this variant lists, the rig calculator, the load plans and the cost to tow
150mm Ground Clearance
1200kg Towing (Braked)
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Child seats and anchors

5 seats

RowISOFIXTop tether
2nd row23

ISOFIX lower anchors clip a compatible child seat straight to the car's frame.

Top tether straps stop a forward-facing seat pitching in a crash. Australian law requires a tether on every forward-facing child seat.

2+35 seats
frontITTITrear
ISOFIX Top tether Both None on record
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Dimensions and capacity

Length

4,398 mm

Width

1799 mm

Height

1444 mm

Wheelbase

2686 mm

GVM

1,910 kg

Boot (seats up)

344L

Boot (seats folded)

888L

Ground Clearance

150 mm

Towing (Braked)

1,200 kg

Turning Circle

10.8 m

AU Licence

Car licence (C class) ✓

Built for quietness

  • Acoustic glassNo data
  • Active noise cancellationNo data
  • Low-profile tyres (40)

Indicators from the manufacturer's equipment list and the car's own specification. CarSorted has not measured this car's cabin noise.

Specifications

Year

2026

Body Style

Hatchback

Fuel Type

Petrol

Powertrain

Mild Hybrid

Transmission

Automatic

Drive Type

FWD

Seats

5

ANCAP Rating

5/5 (2025)

Tyre & Sidewall Comparison

CUPRA Leon S

90mm wall

225/40 R18

225mm wide · 18" rim · 637mm OD

40-profile · Low profile

$680–$1,700est. fitted set of 4Premium tier

Drawn at a shared scale across the compared cars and across both ends of a staggered car, so a bigger tyre is genuinely bigger. Sidewall view shows wall height (profile); tread view shows width. Price band is an indicative fitted cost, budget brand (low) to premium brand (high), for four of the one size or for two fronts plus two rears where the car is staggered, unless a verified set price is on file. Actual prices vary by brand, retailer and fitting.

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Factory size (this car)

225/40R18

Geometry from nominal sizes. Ride height is the axle centre, not guard clearance. VSB14 class: passenger car (+15mm / -26mm); check your placard and a certifier before fitting.

Performance

1.5LI4TurboPetrol
Power110 kW / 148 hp
Torque250 Nm

How quick is it?

0-100 km/h8.7s

0-100 times as published and held in our records. Counts cover on-sale cars with a figure and refresh daily.

Technology & Connectivity

9 confirmed · 11 no data
  • StandardApple CarPlay
  • StandardAndroid Auto
  • StandardWireless CarPlay/Android Auto
  • StandardWireless Charging
  • StandardHeated Seats (Front)
  • StandardHeated Steering Wheel
  • StandardDual Zone Climate
  • StandardKeyless Entry
  • StandardDigital Instruments

Audio System

Speakers

6

Body Type

Hatchback

Compact body with rear hatch door opening to cargo area. Versatile and easy to manoeuvre in urban environments.

5

Seats

344L

Boot

1,200kg

Towing

Best For

  • City driving
  • Easy parking
  • Budget-friendly
  • First-time buyers

Considerations

  • Limited rear legroom
  • Less highway refinement
  • Smaller boot than sedan

Boot Space

Seats up344L
Seats down888L

Fuel & Powertrain

Fuel Type

Petrol

What the car runs on

Powertrain

Mild Hybrid

Propulsion technology

Petrol

Petrol engine. Standard internal combustion engine running on unleaded fuel.

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Pricing disclaimer: Displayed prices are based on the manufacturer's recommended retail price (MRRP) and estimated drive-away price, which includes delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, and applicable road taxes based on a Melbourne, VIC location. Prices may vary between states and territories. Additional costs such as compulsory third party (CTP) insurance, dealer delivery fees, and optional extras are not included. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers. Always confirm final pricing with your local authorised dealer.

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Specifications sourced from manufacturer data and may contain errors. Always verify with your dealer before purchase.

CUPRA Leon: price, running costs, warranty, safety and size by grade

Every figure below is read off CUPRA’s Australian documents for the 2 grades on this page, and each one says which grades it covers. Running costs are estimates and carry their assumptions; anything we do not hold says so.

Price band of each powertrain

PowertrainGradesPrice band
Mild-hybrid petrol1$46,990RRP
Petrol1$64,990RRP

Mild-hybrid petrol: S

Petrol: VZx

Fuel or energy a year, estimated

  • Mild-hybrid petrol: about $1,770 a yearEstimate: 15,600 km a year, $2.10/L premium petrol
  • Petrol: about $2,490 a yearEstimate: 15,600 km a year, $2.10/L premium petrol

Fuel or energy only. Servicing, rego, insurance and tyres are not in these figures, and your driving and prices will differ.

Warranty and servicing

New-car warranty
5yr / unlimited km
Service interval
12 months / 15,000 km
Capped-price servicing
Published for 2 of 2 grades.

ANCAP, by exact grade

  • 5/5 (2025)

A rating belongs to the exact variant ANCAP tested and is never carried across to a grade or a build year it does not cover. A rating older than six years is marked expired because ANCAP’s own test has moved on.

Safety recalls on the CUPRA Leon

  • Electric power steering software fault can disable assistance

    Published 2026-05-12. Year range on the notice: 2024 - 2026. Matched to 2 of the 2 grades listed here. REC-006608 on the government register · our report

    A sudden increase in steering effort could increase the risk of an accident-causing serious injury or death to vehicle occupants and other road users.

2 more verified notices are matched to other CUPRA Leon rows we hold, not to the grades above(show)
  • Due to a manufacturing issue, the heat shield between the brake master cylinder and the exhaust may have been incorrectly fitted. Year range on the notice: 2020 - 2022. REC-005900 on the government register
  • Due to a manufacturing issue, the radiator on some vehicles may not be properly secured. Year range on the notice: 2021 - 2022. REC-005610 on the government register

Size, capacity and weights across the grades

FigureAcross the gradesGrades holding it
Length4,398 mm2 of 2
Width1,799 mm2 of 2
Height1,444 mm2 of 2
Wheelbase2,683 to 2,686 mm2 of 2
Ground clearance150 mm2 of 2
Boot space344 L2 of 2
Fuel tank45 to 50 L2 of 2

Not yet on file for any grade on this page: kerb weight. Those read “No data” until we read them off a source document, rather than a guessed figure.

Every CUPRA Leon variant in Australia, compared

13 variants of the CUPRA Leon are on sale in Australia. Tap to compare them side-by-side, then tap any variant for its full specs.

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S2026$46,990

CUPRA Leon S

Power
110kW
Torque
250Nm
0–100
8.7s
Fuel use
5.4L/100km
Gearbox
Automatic
Drive
FWD
Seats
5
Towing
1,200kg
ANCAP
5-star (2025)

If you want a petrol hatch that's light on fuel and can still hitch up a small trailer, the 2026 CUPRA Leon S is worth a look. It's a 5-seat front-drive hatchback with a petrol mild hybrid setup and an automatic, priced at $46,990 RRP, which is the recommended retail price before on-road costs. It uses 5.4L/100km on the combined cycle and has 344 litres of boot space with the seats up. It can tow 1,200kg braked. The boot isn't huge, so it suits singles, couples or small families who don't haul bulky gear often.

Configure the S
VZx2026$64,990

CUPRA Leon VZx

Power
221kW
Torque
400Nm
0–100
5.7s
Fuel use
7.6L/100km
Gearbox
Automatic
Drive
FWD
Seats
5
Towing
1,200kg
ANCAP
5-star (2025)

At $64,990 RRP, which is the recommended retail price before on-road costs, the 2026 CUPRA Leon VZx is a five-seat petrol hatchback with an automatic gearbox driving the front wheels. The engine makes 221kW and 400Nm, and the claimed 0-100km/h time is 5.7 seconds. Fuel use is 7.6L/100km on the combined cycle, and it carries a 50-litre fuel tank. The boot holds 344 litres with the seats up, which is on the snug side if you regularly haul bulky gear. It's a good match for someone after a quick hatch that can still tow a light trailer, with a braked towing capacity of 1,200kg.

Configure the VZx
VZx2024POA

CUPRA Leon VZx

Power
221kW
Torque
400Nm
0–100
5.7s
Fuel use
6.8L/100km
Gearbox
7-speed wet clutch DSG
Drive
FWD
Seats
5

The MY24 CUPRA Leon VZx is the range flagship hot hatch: 221 kW and 400 Nm from the 2.0-litre turbo four, seven-speed wet-clutch DSG, front-wheel drive with electrohydraulic differential locking, and a quoted 5.7 seconds to 100 km/h. CUPRA Australia rates it at 6.8 L/100km and 154 g/km on ADR 81/02 with a 1,527 kg tare mass. It gets 19-inch black-and-copper alloys, a quad exhaust, side skirts, a Supersport steering wheel with satellite buttons, Petrol Blue leather-appointed bucket seats with power adjustment and memory, heated front seats, a Petrol Blue dashboard and the nine-speaker Beats system with subwoofer and 340 W amplifier as standard.

Configure the VZx
VZ2022POA

CUPRA Leon VZ

Power
180kW
Torque
370Nm
0–100
6.4s
Fuel use
6.7L/100km
Gearbox
7-speed wet clutch DSG
Drive
FWD
Seats
5

The 2022 CUPRA Leon VZ was the volume grade of the Australian Leon hatch range: 180 kW and 370 Nm from the 2.0-litre turbo four through a seven-speed wet-clutch DSG and front-wheel drive with a mechanical front differential lock, quoted at 6.4 seconds to 100 km/h. CUPRA Australia rated it at 6.7 L/100km and 153 g/km on ADR 81/02 with a 1,496 kg tare mass. Standard kit included Dynamic Chassis Control, 19-inch black-and-silver alloys on 235/35 tyres with a space-saver spare, a dual exhaust, a hands-free power tailgate, three-zone climate, a 10-inch navigation screen, 10.25-inch digital cockpit, six-speaker audio and the full Travel Assist driver-aid suite.

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CUPRA Leon VZe

Power
180kW
Torque
250Nm
0–100
6.7s
Gearbox
6 Speed DSG
Drive
FWD
Seats
5

The 2022 CUPRA Leon VZe was Australia's plug-in hybrid Leon hatch: a 110 kW / 250 Nm 1.4-litre turbo four with an 85 kW / 330 Nm motor for 180 kW and 400 Nm of system output, driving the front wheels through a six-speed DSG. CUPRA quoted 6.7 seconds to 100 km/h and 67 km of electric range from a battery this sheet lists at 12.8 kWh. It weighs 1,631 kg tare, carries a 40-litre tank and a 270-litre boot, and ran 19-inch black-and-silver alloys with a tyre repair kit, a copper-accented exhaust, hands-free power tailgate, three-zone climate, a 10-inch navigation screen and the full Travel Assist suite. A Mode 3 charging cable was standard.

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CUPRA Leon VZx

Power
221kW
Torque
400Nm
0–100
5.7s
Fuel use
6.8L/100km
Gearbox
7 Speed DSG
Drive
FWD

The MY23 CUPRA Leon VZx was the range flagship, with the 2.0-litre turbo four at 221 kW and 400 Nm, a seven-speed DSG, a front differential lock and a claimed 5.7-second 0-100 km/h time on 98 RON premium unleaded. ADR 81/02 combined consumption is 6.8 L/100km and CO2 is 154 g/km. It is the only MY23 Leon with Petrol Blue leather-appointed bucket seats, a Supersport steering wheel with satellite buttons, a standard Beats nine-speaker system with subwoofer and 340-watt amplifier, a quad exhaust, side skirts and a Petrol Blue dashboard. Tare mass is 1,503 kg.

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CUPRA Leon VZe

Power
180kW
Torque
250Nm
0–100
6.7s
Gearbox
6 Speed DSG
Drive
FWD
Seats
5

The MY24 CUPRA Leon VZe is the plug-in hybrid hatch of the Australian range: a 1.4-litre turbo four making 110 kW and 250 Nm paired with an 85 kW / 330 Nm motor for 180 kW and 400 Nm of system output, through a six-speed DSG to the front wheels. CUPRA Australia quotes 6.7 seconds to 100 km/h, 67 km of electric range and 112 Wh/km from a 10.9 kWh usable battery. The trade-off is packaging: a 270-litre boot against 380 in the petrol Leons, a 40-litre tank instead of 50, and 1,634 kg tare. Mode 2 and Mode 3 charging cables are standard, along with 19-inch alloys, a copper-accented exhaust and a tyre repair kit.

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CUPRA Leon V

Power
140kW
Torque
320Nm
0–100
7.2s
Fuel use
6.2L/100km
Gearbox
7 Speed DSG
Drive
FWD

The MY23 CUPRA Leon V opened the Australian hatch range with a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine producing 140 kW and 320 Nm, driving the front wheels through a seven-speed DSG. CUPRA quotes 7.2 seconds to 100 km/h and ADR 81/02 combined consumption of 6.2 L/100km with 141 g/km of CO2, the most efficient petrol Leon of the MY23 range. It is the only grade on 18-inch wheels and 225/40 tyres and the lightest at 1,461 kg tare. Standard kit runs to Dynamic Chassis Control, progressive steering, a 12-inch navigation touchscreen, a 10.25-inch digital cockpit, tri-zone climate control and the full assistance suite including adaptive cruise, lane assist and side assist with exit warning.

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CUPRA Leon V

Power
140kW
Torque
320Nm
0–100
7.2s
Fuel use
6.2L/100km
Gearbox
7-speed wet clutch DSG
Drive
FWD
Seats
5

The MY24 CUPRA Leon V is the entry hatch of the Australian Leon range: 140 kW and 320 Nm from the 2.0-litre turbo four through a seven-speed wet-clutch DSG and front-wheel drive, quoted at 7.2 seconds to 100 km/h. It is the most economical petrol Leon at 6.2 L/100km and 141 g/km on ADR 81/02, and the lightest at 1,486 kg tare. It rides on 18-inch black-and-silver alloys with a space-saver spare and solid rear discs, and comes with Dynamic Chassis Control, progressive steering, a 12-inch navigation touchscreen, 10.25-inch digital cockpit, three-zone climate, cloth sport bucket seats and the full VW Group Travel Assist driver-aid suite.

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CUPRA Leon VZ

Power
180kW
Torque
370Nm
0–100
6.4s
Fuel use
6.7L/100km
Gearbox
7-speed wet clutch DSG
Drive
FWD
Seats
5

The MY24 CUPRA Leon VZ sits between the V and the VZx: 180 kW and 370 Nm from the 2.0-litre turbo four, a seven-speed wet-clutch DSG, front-wheel drive and, unlike the V, an electrohydraulic differential lock. CUPRA Australia quotes 6.4 seconds to 100 km/h, 6.7 L/100km and 153 g/km on ADR 81/02, and a 1,500 kg tare mass. It adds ventilated rear discs, 19-inch black-and-silver alloys on 235/35 tyres, a dual exhaust and aluminium pedals over the V, and keeps the 12-inch navigation screen, 10.25-inch digital cockpit, three-zone climate and full Travel Assist suite.

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VZe2023POA

CUPRA Leon VZe

Power
180kW
Torque
400Nm
0–100
6.7s
Gearbox
6 Speed DSG
Drive
FWD

The MY23 CUPRA Leon VZe is the plug-in hybrid hatch, combining a 1.4-litre turbo petrol engine with an 85 kW / 330 Nm electric motor and a 12.8 kWh lithium-ion battery for 180 kW and 400 Nm of system output through a six-speed DSG. CUPRA quotes 6.7 seconds to 100 km/h, 67 km of electric driving range and energy consumption of 112 Wh/km. The hybrid hardware raises tare mass to 1,634 kg, cuts the boot to 270 litres and shrinks the fuel tank to 40 litres, and it is the only Leon with regenerative braking and Mode 2 and Mode 3 charging cables as standard.

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CUPRA Leon VZ

Power
180kW
Torque
370Nm
0–100
6.4s
Fuel use
6.7L/100km
Gearbox
7 Speed DSG
Drive
FWD

The MY23 CUPRA Leon VZ steps up to 180 kW and 370 Nm from the same 2.0-litre turbo petrol four, adding a front differential lock, 19-inch black and silver alloys on 235/35 tyres, a dual exhaust and aluminium pedals. CUPRA claims 6.4 seconds to 100 km/h with ADR 81/02 combined consumption of 6.7 L/100km and 153 g/km of CO2. Tare mass is 1,493 kg and the boot holds 380 litres with the rear seat upright. The Beats nine-speaker audio system is available as part of an option package rather than standard.

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CUPRA Leon VZx

Power
221kW
Torque
400Nm
0–100
5.7s
Fuel use
6.8L/100km
Gearbox
7-speed wet clutch DSG
Drive
FWD
Seats
5

The 2022 CUPRA Leon VZx was the Australian flagship hatch: 221 kW and 400 Nm from the 2.0-litre turbo four, a seven-speed wet-clutch DSG and front-wheel drive with a mechanical front differential lock, quoted at 5.7 seconds to 100 km/h. CUPRA rated it at 6.8 L/100km and 156 g/km on ADR 81/02 with a 1,503 kg tare mass. It was the only 2022 Leon with heated front seats, a power driver's seat with memory, mirror memory and the nine-speaker Beats system as standard, and it added 19-inch black-and-copper alloys, a quad exhaust, side skirts, a Supersport steering wheel, Petrol Blue leather bucket seats, dashboard and floor mats.

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