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William Stopford
The best family cars under $80,000... that aren't SUVs
Sure, some families need an SUV. But for a lot of new-car buyers, there are plenty of suitable alternatives. Here are just a few.
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Cupra Leon Comparison
The new Cupra Leon is a small Car available in Australia from $46,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the S variant and topping out at $69,990 for the VZe variant.
There are 3 variants of the Leon available in Australia and this generation went on sale in mid-2025.
The new Leon is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the Cupra Leon include 1.5L in-line 4-cylinder turbo hybrid (110kW/250Nm), 1.5L in-line 4-cylinder turbo hybrid (200kW/400Nm) and 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (221kW/400Nm). Non-electric variants are available with 7-speed automatic dual clutch sequential trans (dct) or 6-speed automatic dual clutch sequential trans (dct) transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
Latest Cupra Leon News and Reviews
William Stopford
The best family cars under $80,000... that aren't SUVs
Sure, some families need an SUV. But for a lot of new-car buyers, there are plenty of suitable alternatives. Here are just a few.
2 Days Ago
William Stopford
Cupra launches Australia's hottest small plug-in hybrid wagon
The spicy Spanish Cupra Leon VZe Sportstourer has just gotten even spicier, with a new option package adding racy seats, performance brakes and other upgrades.
1 Month Ago
William Stopford
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Before you buy that top-seller that everyone on your block already drives, check out these unfairly overlooked vehicles.
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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.
5 Months Ago
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James Wong
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.
5 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.
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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.
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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.
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