Cupra prices entry-grade Leon

Cupra

has announced pricing for its ‘base’ grade Leon V hatch, creating a new entry point to the Spanish brand’s range priced from $43,990 plus on-road costs – or $47,990 drive-away.

The well-equipped 2023 Cupra Leon V features as standard the Volkswagen-sourced EA888-series 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine in a 140kW-320Nm state of tune and paired exclusively to a seven-speed dual clutch transmission. Cupra quotes an energetic 0-100kmh time of 7.2 seconds.

As standard, the V includes 18-inch black and silver alloy wheels with tyre pressure monitoring, heated power folding mirrors with dark chrome caps, LED headlights and daytime running lights, LED tail lights, fog lights with cornering function, auto high beam, rear tinted windows and a rear roof spoiler.

Inside, the Cupra Leon V includes a 10.25-inch digital instrument panel, 12.0-inch infotainment and navigation array, wireless phone charging, and wired and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity.

Two USB-C ports are offered both front and rear.

The Cupra Leon V also features a leather heated multi-function steering wheel with transmission paddle shifters, wraparound LED ambient light- ing system with integrated side assist, cloth bucket seats, black headlining, carpet floor mats, a self-dimming rearview mirror, driver profile selector, dynamic chassis control and progressive steering.

Further highlights include keyless entry and ignition, tri-zone climate control, illuminated sill plates and rain-sensing wipers.

On the safety front, the Cupra Leon V arrives as standard with adaptive cruise control, travel assist, front assist with pedestrian and cyclist detection, lane assist, parking assist, side assist, exit assist, driver fatigue monitor, emergency assist and a reversing camera.

Further, the variant is available with a ‘leather and sound’ package from $2450.

The package adds leather upholstery, heated front seats, driver seat power adjustment and memory, mirror memory, copper stitching on the dash pad and a Beats nine-speaker premium sound system to the deal.

An electric sunroof is also available for $1800, while metallic paint attracts a $475 premium.

Speaking on the release of the fourth Leon variant Down Under, Cupra Australia director Ben Wilks said while the Leon V was Cupra’s price leader, it was no ‘entry-level’ car.

“We do not forgo equipment to hit a price point,” he said.

“We see the Leon hatchback range featuring four flavours of hotness.

“Now, the design unique to the Leon is even more affordable.

“Previously, the Leon V wasn’t part of the Cupra global showrooms.

“So, this is another milestone for our young brand as it goes into its first year on sale in Australia.”

Cupra recently adjusted range pricing to reflect current supply considerations, with the Ateca now available from $61,750, the Born from $59,990 plus on-road costs, Formentor from $49,990 plus on-road costs and Leon from $43,990 plus on-road costs.

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