History of Cupra Leon
Between 2014 and 2016, the CUPRA Leon 265 was manufactured and featured a turbocharged 265 bhp 2 Litre 16v Inline 4 petrol engine. The 280 model had a turbocharged 276 bhp 2 Litre 16v Inline 4 petrol engine. These cars were rated 5 stars for safety by Euro NCAP, and the car was highly regarded immediately after release.
In 2020 that the fourth iteration of the CUPRA Leon was released, but you can already find some of them on the used market. More and more will emerge as the months pass. This car featured either a 242 bhp or 296 bhp 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine; you can choose which you prefer. There was also a 300TSI model of the fourth generation CUPRA Leon was released in 2020.
As you can see, there’s a lot to like about the CUPRA Leon, and it makes a great used car right now, no matter which generation model you eventually choose to go with. The range of different options and specifications means there’s a model for everyone, so get in touch if you want to test drive one of the CUPRA Leons we have in place. When it comes to compact hatchback cars, there are few that have the reputation and popularity of the CUPRA Leon from SEAT. It’s been around since 1998, and we’ve seen three more generations of the car since then, each one modernizing the vehicle and adding ever greater value to the owner.
Today, it’s known as a very strong all-round car, with the speed and handling that people want, as well as the safety features and space that families are looking for as well. Find out more about the CUPRA Leon below and what makes it a great used car to consider buying.