Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI vs Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI 5.6 s Runner-up: 9.3 s
Power winner Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI 300 hp Runner-up: 156 hp
Cargo winner Tie 380 L Same value
Price winner Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric $35,500 Runner-up: $39,800

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI against the 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric. Both belong to the hatchback class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. One uses a petrol powertrain and the other a battery-electric system, so range and consumption figures need to be read in that context.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 5.6 seconds, compared with 9.3 seconds for 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric. 2025 Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI has the higher listed output at 300 hp; 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric is rated at 156 hp, a difference of 144 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI at 400 Nm and 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric at 260 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

Both specifications quote 380 litres of cargo capacity. 2025 Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI is 5 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric has the lower listed starting price at $35,500, compared with $39,800 for 2025 Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI. 2025 Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric2025
Performance
0-100 km/h5.6 s9.3 s
Top Speed250 km/h150 km/h
Power300 hp156 hp
Torque400 Nm260 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range420 km
Battery54 kWh
Fuel Tank50 L
Efficiency7.6 L/100km12.9 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions173 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging100 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,365 mm4,360 mm
Ground Clearance130 mm156 mm
Cargo380 L380 L
Curb Weight1,450 kg1,588 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle10.9 m10.7 m
Starting MSRP$39,800$35,500

Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI vs Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI or the 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric?

2025 Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 5.6 seconds, versus 9.3 seconds for 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI or the 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric?

2025 Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI has the higher listed top speed at 250 km/h (155 mph), compared with 150 km/h (93 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI or the 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric?

2025 Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI has more power at 300 hp, a 144 hp advantage over 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI or the 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric?

Both cars list 380 litres (13.4 cu ft) of cargo space.

Which is heavier, the 2025 Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI or the 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric?

2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric is heavier at 1,588 kg (3,501 lb), while 2025 Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI is listed at 1,450 kg (3,197 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI or the 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric?

2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $35,500 USD, compared with $39,800 USD for 2025 Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI or the 2025 Citroën e-C4 e-C4 Electric?

2025 Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.