Cupra Leon

Model reviewed:
Score: 9 / 10
“Now covering a wide range of options offering tepid to hot performance, there’s something for everyone in the Cupra Leon range.”
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Model reviewed: 2.0-litre petrol automatic
Score: 9 / 10
“If Cupra’s branding is hard to get your head around, the cars themselves are far simpler to understand. And, in this case, very easy to be impressed by. Good looking, quick, superbly fun to drive and well equipped for the money, the Cupra Leon 2.0 TSI 300 is just a great hot hatchback.”
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Model reviewed: 2.0-litre petrol automatic VZ2
Score: 9 / 10
“Fast, stylish and well-equipped, Cupra’s take on the Leon is an impressive twist on its Golf GTI foundations and arguably the more attractive choice.”
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Model reviewed: 2.0-litre petrol automatic VZ2 estate
Score: 9 / 10
“Stylish, understated and fun to drive the Cupra Leon Estate combines hot hatch performance with family car practicality.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“Exciting performance with a well-judged chassis.”
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Model reviewed: 1.4-litre petrol/electric plug-in hybrid hatchback
Score: 6 / 10
“If you view the Cupra Leon e-Hybrid as a hot hatch that’s going to cost pennies to run, you’re going to be disappointed. But as a comfortable, plug-in hybrid hatchback that occasionally uses its electric assistance to lighten up the mood, you have yourself a well-rounded, sporty-looking family car.”
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Model reviewed: Hatch
Score: 8 / 10
“The Cupra Leon shows that this firm hasn’t forgotten about its original ‘core’ models, as this is a fun hatchback that looks the part with its sportier treatment.”
Author: Ted Welford
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Model reviewed: 2.0-litre petrol automatic VZ2 estate
Score: 9 / 10
“The Cupra Leon Estate is a real all-rounder of a car, as it’s able to deliver thrills, performance and excitement on everyday drives, yet at the same time is seriously practical to use as a family car.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8.4 / 10
“The Cupra Leon is a stylish, high-performance take on the standard hatch that’s a desirable alternative to mainstream rivals.” (Miles Goodson)
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Model reviewed: 1.4-litre petrol/electric plug-in hybrid
Score: 8 / 10
“The Cupra Leon looks a bit sportier than the old model, but it doesn’t go all out like the mad Honda Civic Type R. There are big air intakes and a low splitter, plus new side skirts, lowered suspension and 19-inch alloys.”
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Model reviewed: 1.4-litre petrol/electric plug-in hybrid
Score: 5 / 10
“The Cupra Leon e-Hybrid is a tough car to recommend. If you’re looking for a cheap-to-run hot hatch, you’ll find it doesn’t quite deliver on the ‘hot hatch’ side of the bargain – the full-fat 300bhp petrol version is a much better bet in that respect. And if you simply want a practical, comfortable and smart-looking hatchback with decent handling and performance for everyday driving, the regular SEAT Leon e-Hybrid fits the bill much better.”
Author: Richard Ingram
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Model reviewed:
“The Cupra Leon is further proof that the split from SEAT is not simply a case of rebadging existing models. These cars will be featuring their very own identity and further ventures into electrification are on the way too.”
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Model reviewed: 2.0-litre petrol automatic VZ2 estate
Score: 7 / 10
“It’s capable and handsome, but the new Leon lacks the performance and engagement of its predecessors.”
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Model reviewed: 2.0-litre petrol automatic TSI 300
Score: 9 / 10
“One of the sharpest hot hatchbacks money can buy right now, despite weird branding.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“The Cupra Leon is the Dexter Morgan of the hot hatch world. Like the lead character of TV show Dexter – a meek, unassuming crime-scene analyst who does an exceptional job of hiding the fact that he’s actually a deranged serial killer – the Cupra is adept at disguising its penchant for dispatching twisting country roads.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
“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 as well with plug-in hybrid or petrol engine powertrains.”
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Model reviewed: 2.0-litre petrol automatic
Score: 8 / 10
“For all Cupra’s intent to be an unconventional challenger brand, the Leon 300 actually feels like a pretty sensible hot hatchback. Being both quick and practical, it can be fun on a racetrack and useful on the school run. Perhaps avoid the exhaust being in ‘Cupra mode’ for the latter, though…”
Author: John Redfern
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8.2 / 10
“Reborn fast Leon also offers plug-in hybrid technology”
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Model reviewed: 2.0-litre petrol automatic VZ2
“The Cupra Leon is the most spicy of hatchbacks, and will slip into family life seamlessly.”
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Model reviewed: 2.0-litre petrol automatic VZ2 estate
Score: 8 / 10
“The Cupra Leon Estate truly manages to be one for all seasons and all reasons. There’s a whiff of opportunity missed, though, because with the 292bhp powertrain and suspension from the hatchback, it would be an even better car. It’s still one of the finest fast estates on the market – and that makes it alright by us.”
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Model reviewed: 2.0-litre petrol automatic VZ2
Score: 10 / 10
“The Cupra Leon is, in short, a hot hatch par excellence. The only thing you’ll really find to dislike about it, apart perhaps from some of the scratchy interior plastics, is its infuriating infotainment system. It’s one of the best hot hatchbacks on the market today.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7 / 10
“This Cupra is lacking the edge to establish itself as a worthwhile addition to the hot hatch hall of fame.”
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Model reviewed: 1.4-litre petrol/electric plug-in hybrid
Score: 6 / 10
“Once the battery’s dead, this is no hot hatch. It’s just a heavy car with a small engine. So go purely petrol if you want a Cupra Leon for fun.”
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