James Wong
2026 Cupra Leon Ve: PHEV hatch marching in with more range, less grunt
Spanish brand Cupra is plugging in with a second Leon PHEV hatch, confirming the 150kW Ve with over 120km of EV driving range for March 2026.
2 Months Ago
Cupra Leon Comparison
The new Cupra Leon is a Small Luxury offered in both 5D Hatchback and 5D Station Wagon body styles. Available in Australia from $46,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the S variant and topping out at $69,990 for the VZE.
There are 3 variants of the Leon available in Australia and this generation went on sale in September of 2025.
Engine options include 1.5L turbo (110kW/250Nm), electric motor (200kW/400Nm) and 2.0L turbo (221kW/400Nm). Non-electric variants are available with 7-speed automatic or 6-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The new 2026 Leon is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
Latest Cupra Leon News and Reviews
James Wong
2026 Cupra Leon Ve: PHEV hatch marching in with more range, less grunt
Spanish brand Cupra is plugging in with a second Leon PHEV hatch, confirming the 150kW Ve with over 120km of EV driving range for March 2026.
2 Months Ago
James Wong
Very Good
2026 Cupra Leon review
More electrification, a new wagon and a nicer cabin headline the facelifted Cupra Leon. It's for keen drivers, but remains a niche offering.
2 Months Ago
James Wong
Cupra Australia confirms most powerful Leon for mid-2026
Wagon lovers rejoice! Cupra will bring a high-performance Leon Sportstourer to Australia next year, boasting 245kW and all-wheel drive.
2 Months Ago
James Wong
Cupra Leon deal: Run-out warm hatch now cheaper than a base Corolla
MY24 versions of the Cupra Leon V are being run out for $35,990 drive-away, including a normally optional sunroof and leather.
2 Months Ago
James Wong
New Cupra Tribe Editions go green with sustainable design
Bio-based paints and recycled 3D-knit upholsteries headline Cupra's new Tribe Editions, based on the Formentor, Leon and Terramar.
3 Months Ago
William Stopford
2026 Cupra Leon price and specs: Facelifted small car gets new wagon, hybrid options
The facelifted Cupra Leon is coming to Australia with new mild-hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains, plus a choice of hatch and wagon body styles, priced from $46,990 before on-roads.
3 Months Ago
James Wong
Cupra Leon deals: Spanish warm hatch cheaper than a base VW Golf
Run-out deals for the Cupra Leon Hatch and Formentor crossover see thousands slashed off drive-away pricing until September 30.
4 Months Ago
James Wong
Cupra Leon Sportstourer PHEV here in October with 120km EV range
Cupra Australia will launch the Leon Sportstourer wagon later this year. A 200kW PHEV will come first, followed by a 245kW AWD hero in 2026.
4 Months Ago