Cupra Leon 2.0 TSI VZ3 Design Edition 5dr DSG 4Drive Review
Category: Hot hatch
Section: Version review
The model
Read full Cupra Leon reviewThe Cupra Leon 310 estate is practical, surprisingly comfortable and quick, but we'd avoid the e-Hybrid, which is mediocre to drive by hot hatch standards. The more affordable engines might be tempting, but you still have to pay a small premium over a similarly powerful Seat Leon for the looks. Meanwhile, the pure-petrol 300 hatchback is pricey and serves up less fun than a Ford Focus ST.
The trim
See full equipmentThe engine
See full engine specsMuch of what can be said of the 300 applies to the 310, although the latter is even more accelerative not simply because it is a little more powerful at 306bhp, but because it has the added benefit of the extra traction four-wheel drive brings.