MINI Cooper SE vs Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI

2025 MINI Cooper SE studio car image
MINI

Cooper SE

2025 · Electric Hatchback

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI 5.6 s Runner-up: 6.7 s
Power winner Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI 300 hp Runner-up: 218 hp
Cargo winner Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI 380 L Runner-up: 200 L
Price winner MINI Cooper SE $36,900 Runner-up: $39,800

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 MINI Cooper SE against the 2025 Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI. Both belong to the hatchback class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. One uses a battery-electric powertrain and the other a petrol 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 6.7 seconds for 2025 MINI Cooper SE. 2025 Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI has the higher listed output at 300 hp; 2025 MINI Cooper SE is rated at 218 hp, a difference of 82 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI at 400 Nm and 2025 MINI Cooper SE at 330 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

2025 Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 380 litres versus 200 litres, a difference of 180 litres. 2025 Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI is 503 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 MINI Cooper SE has the lower listed starting price at $36,900, 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 MINI Cooper SE2025 Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI2025
Performance
0-100 km/h6.7 s5.6 s
Top Speed170 km/h250 km/h
Power218 hp300 hp
Torque330 Nm400 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range402 km
Battery54.2 kWh
Fuel Tank50 L
Efficiency13.5 kWh/100km7.6 L/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km173 g/km
DC Charging95 kW
Size & Capacity
Length3,862 mm4,365 mm
Ground Clearance138 mm130 mm
Cargo200 L380 L
Curb Weight1,440 kg1,450 kg
Seats45
Turning Circle10.8 m10.9 m
Starting MSRP$36,900$39,800

MINI Cooper SE vs Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 MINI Cooper SE or the 2025 Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI?

2025 Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 5.6 seconds, versus 6.7 seconds for 2025 MINI Cooper SE.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 MINI Cooper SE or the 2025 Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI?

2025 Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI has the higher listed top speed at 250 km/h (155 mph), compared with 170 km/h (106 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 MINI Cooper SE or the 2025 Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI?

2025 Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI has more power at 300 hp, a 82 hp advantage over 2025 MINI Cooper SE.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 MINI Cooper SE or the 2025 Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI?

2025 Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI has more listed cargo space at 380 litres (13.4 cu ft), versus 200 litres (7.1 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2025 MINI Cooper SE or the 2025 Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI?

2025 Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI is heavier at 1,450 kg (3,197 lb), while 2025 MINI Cooper SE is listed at 1,440 kg (3,175 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 MINI Cooper SE or the 2025 Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI?

2025 MINI Cooper SE has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $36,900 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 MINI Cooper SE or the 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. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.