New Cupra Leon 1.5 eHybrid 272 VZ1 5dr DSG Review
Category: Hot hatch
Section: Version review
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The model
Read full New Cupra Leon reviewThe Cupra Leon 333 estate and Leon 300 hatchback are practical, surprisingly comfortable and quick, so we can see why you’d go for them. We’d avoid the more affordable engines and the e-Hybrid models though, because they’re fairly mediocre to drive and cost a premium over the Seat Leon.
The trim
See full equipmentIf you want the most powerful engines and a sporty Cupra Leon, this is the trim level to go for. Along with those engines, VZ1 adds even nicer bucket seats and matrix LED headlights. This is the trim level that we’d go for.
The engine
See full engine specsLike the 204, this plug-in hybrid (PHEV) version of the Cupra Leon can travel up to 60 miles on electricity-alone and will be the choice for company car drivers. While we suspect that the e-Hybrid 204 won’t feel slow, this one should feel especially quick.