Test of four Cupra Leons with different amounts of power: the 140kW/190hp V, 180kW/240hp VZ and VZe hybrid, and 221kW/300hp VZx.

More power doesn't necessarily mean more fun, especially when it comes to hot hatchbacks.

Today, we're driving four Cupra Leon hatches that look similar but have different hardware that means more power in different places:
Leon V - 2.0-litre turbo petrol, 140kW (190hp), 320Nm, open diff
Leon VZ - 2.0-litre turbo petrol, 180kW (240hp), 370Nm, locking diff
Leon VZe - 1.4-litre turbo petrol + hybrid, 180kW (240hp), 400Nm, open diff
Leon VZx - 2.0-litre turbo petrol, 221kW (300hp), 400Nm, locking diff

We used Cupra cars for this test but the general principles apply across brands.

What do you think? Let us know!
0:00 - Intro
0:35 - Different levels of power
1:11 - Interior
3:15 - Driving the Leon V 140kW/190hp
6:48 - Driving the Leon VZ 180kW/240hp
10:32 - Driving the Leon VZe 180kW/240hp
14:27 - Driving the Leon VZx 221kW/300hp
17:42 - Servicing and warranty
18:03 - Range and fuel economy
18:49 - Verdict

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