Leon S Hatch
$46,990 +ORC
- Engine
- 1.5L turbo 4cyl, 48V mild hybrid
- Power
- 110kW
- Fuel use
- 5.4L/100km
- Drive
- FWD
Cupra
2026 Cupra Leon
Small car (hatch and Sportstourer wagon)
On sale nowPetrol
From $46,990 plus on-road costs
The plug-in models claim more than 120km of electric range.
From$46,990+ORC
Engine1.5L turbo 4cyl, 48V mild hybrid
Power110 to 245 kW
Fuel use0.4 to 7.6 L/100 km
Seats5
Boot380 to 620 L
Towing1,900 kgbraked
Warranty5 yrs / unlimited km; 8 yrs / 160,000km high-voltage battery on PHEVs
CarTell take
We haven't driven the Leon yet. On paper, boot space varies a lot by body and powertrain (PHEV wagons lose space to the battery), and Cupra's own hatch boot figure differs from third-party data. Confirm on the car you are buying.
Why consider it
- On paper, the widest spread of powertrains in a small car: a frugal mild hybrid, two plug-in hybrids with 120km plus of electric range, and a 245kW AWD wagon.
What to know
- Pricing climbs fast.
- The plug-in Ve hatch is $16,000 more than the S, and the hot versions sit near $65,000 to $70,000 before on-roads.
Performance and ownership
The numbers that matter day to day.1.5L turbo 4cyl, 48V mild hybrid
Powertrain
110 to 245 kW, 250 to 420 Nm
0.4 to 7.6 L/100 km
Claimed fuel use
Combined cycle.
5 yrs / unlimited km; 8 yrs / 160,000km high-voltage battery on PHEVs
Warranty
Grades and pricing
5 grades for Australia, plus on-road costs.| Grade | Price from | Engine | Power | Fuel use | Drive | Key differences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leon S Hatch | $46,990 +ORC | 1.5L turbo 4cyl, 48V mild hybrid | 110kW | 5.4L/100km | FWD | |
| Leon Ve Hatch | $62,990 +ORC | 1.5L turbo 4cyl plug-in hybrid | 150kW (system) | 1.4L/100km | FWD | |
| Leon VZx Hatch | $64,990 +ORC | 2.0L turbo 4cyl petrol | 221kW | 7.6L/100km | FWD | |
| Leon VZx Sportstourer | $67,490 +ORC | 2.0L turbo 4cyl petrol | 245kW | AWD | ||
| Leon VZe Sportstourer | $69,990 +ORC | 1.5L turbo 4cyl plug-in hybrid | 200kW (system) | 0.4L/100km | FWD |
Leon Ve Hatch
$62,990 +ORC
- Engine
- 1.5L turbo 4cyl plug-in hybrid
- Power
- 150kW (system)
- Fuel use
- 1.4L/100km
- Drive
- FWD
Leon VZx Hatch
$64,990 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.0L turbo 4cyl petrol
- Power
- 221kW
- Fuel use
- 7.6L/100km
- Drive
- FWD
Leon VZx Sportstourer
$67,490 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.0L turbo 4cyl petrol
- Power
- 245kW
- Drive
- AWD
Leon VZe Sportstourer
$69,990 +ORC
- Engine
- 1.5L turbo 4cyl plug-in hybrid
- Power
- 200kW (system)
- Fuel use
- 0.4L/100km
- Drive
- FWD
Practicality and safety
5 seats
Seating
380L
Boot space. Cupra AU page says 344L
Not ANCAP rated
Safety rating. No Australian crash rating for this model yet
FWD or AWD
Drivetrain
Top rivals
Look at the alternatives if you want the lowest running costs per dollar spent, or you need the brand's bigger dealer network for servicing.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the 2026 Cupra Leon in Australia?
The Leon starts at $46,990 plus on-road costs for the S hatch. The Ve plug-in hatch is $62,990, the VZx hatch $64,990, the VZx Sportstourer AWD $67,490 and the VZe Sportstourer plug-in $69,990, all before on-roads.
How far can the Cupra Leon plug-in hybrids drive on electricity?
Cupra claims 123km (WLTP) for the Ve hatch and 121km for the VZe Sportstourer, both with 11kW AC charging.
Which Cupra Leon is the fastest?
The VZx Sportstourer: a 2.0 turbo with 245kW and 420Nm, all-wheel drive and a claimed 4.8 second 0 to 100km/h time.
The Cupra Leon in full
The facelifted Leon now runs from a $46,990 mild hybrid S hatch to a $69,990 plug-in VZe wagon, with a 245kW all-wheel-drive VZx Sportstourer joining from September 2026. The plug-in models claim more than 120km of electric range. It shares its bones with the Golf but costs more at each step, so the case rests on equipment and power.
From$46,990+ORC
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