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it has an electronic LSD as the GTI clubsport

the Cupra Leon has the newer EA888 REV4 engine with the new Continental Turbo which is not the same as in the Audi. also the Cupra has an electronic LSD. the less weight and the 300hp to the front wheels + LSD make the Cupra a lot faster than the S3 at tracks and even at high speed. the S3 still has the old quattro system which is not similar to the new Golf R AWD system( which can put up to 80% to the rear wheels ). the interior is a lot better in the Audi but the Cupra exterior design is just gorgeous. For me the Cupra Leon is the winner in terms of price and performance.

Hi all from Australia. Great to see a wonderful pairing as this.Ive been a massive fan of Joe and his mate, Petrol Ped for about 2 years now and their channels are awesome. Even bought some merch from the shop. Some of the best British based motoring content outside of EVO , carfection etc 👍🇦🇺🇬🇧

The Cupra Leon does have a differential. It uses the same VAQ found in the GTI/GTI Clubsport/Octavia vRS (electronically controlled mechanical diff)

There is an Limited-slip differential / LS D in the cupra

Just seen pricing for the S3, it is quite well specced but it’s close to $80k

Great review guys. Although you didn't mention the Audi has the previous generation of the EA888 engine, while the Leon uses the same Evo 4 EA888 found in the GTI Clubsport and Golf R (albeit in a different state of tune in the R). So it's not the same engine, and the newer Evo 4 version seems to be quicker across the rev range.

I've got i30 and switching to Leon right now. In fact, that's Leon ST 310 4drive. There are three main reasons - i30 N only comes with manual box, FWD and has very limited space in rear while Leon has DSG, AWD with LSD and the same body size as Octavia Wagon.

Looks to be a great car ( the Seat) but is there a long term commitment to Australia this time, Audi is known factor here and I would expect far superior resale.

Cupra is probably going to be worth around $50K.

If that diddly squat farm during the exterior walkaround of the Cupra? Edit: you then drove right past the sign! 🤦‍♂️ Did you happen to meet Jezza while you were there? Great review guys. Cupra on the shortlist

Big Joe sent me..😎

Great video and great combination in presenters

Good review. Big thing was missed was using the adaptive dampers. The cupra comes with it as standard from vz2 up. Does the Audi?

I look forward to seeing the Cupra Leon 300 land here in Australia next year. Price point will be the determining factor in sales of this particular car. Cupra really do need to have a close look at the pricing model for the FL I30N DCT prior to releasing their pricing for the car. I hope it’s priced similarly to the I30N as it will give the Australian consumer choices.

To be honest, was very disappointed with the fit and finish quality concerns. Unless they are addressed this will appeal to less people than an Alfa. The market won’t accept it long term. Needs to be under 50k but I suspect there won’t be much margin in it for everyone at that price.Will be a hard slog selling them in Oz best of luck to their local management team.

Cupra Leon has some very good lease deals which makes it tempting

Im not sure when the Audi or the Cupra will arrive in Australia but the way the chip shortage is continuing any new cars in any country would be great. In Australia getting the higher spec S3 cars must be great because those options fitted to that car aren't standard in the UK, pan roof, electic seats, HUD thats well into the £40k

Badge Snobs everywhere! On a practical scale the Cupra edges it. A spare wheel too 👏 Get in.

This has just reminded me of one episode of Top Gear: "To all the Australians in the studio - welcome back!" (c) Jeremy Clarkson

Where I live, Cupra Leon is like 33k Euros and Audi S3 similar spec is 50k Euros. I would 100% get Cupra Leon without a second thought and it's more fun to drive.

It has an lsd

It would have to be the same price as the Hyundai i30n. Probably no more then $45,000! If it is $50,000 it will struggle to sell

No idea! Lol Audi much more attractive. Especially our version in Ozz. Audi any day 😎

sun roof is great unless your in the NT with 35c all year round. Cant waith for the Cupra

In Mexico, Cupra León is us$34,000- Price is crazy! 😜

Yes I love joe frickin awesome car reviews 👍🇦🇺

I had the TDi version in the Uk they are a great drive certainly $50k.

Dan, why not finish each episode in a pub?Love to enjoy some English boozers by proxy🍺

New sub from Joe's channel, just love car reviews.

Pricing for cupra leon looks like it will be around $45,000 drive away. Not bad little bit cheaper then the Hyundai i30n with is now $47-$50,000!! I have a 2019 i30 nline 1.6ltr turbo paid $31,000 for the car in feb 2020. Love the look bd fast enough for me

Any reviewer that thinks we’re here to immediately wonder if it has ‘cheap plastics’ is out of touch with the public. And in many instances, hard plastics in high volume touch areas are warranted, especially for appearances over time with wear and ease of cleaning. This channel is proof that Wheels has lost their mojo and why other journaling brands like CarExpert have taken over the podium. Didn’t even get your engine data right.

$74k here in aus would be a good price

Come on guys do your homework cupra comes with the vaq front lsd diff and adaptive suspension as standard

Base GTI $53k here and VAG pricing all over the place but I’d want to pay less than 50 ideally but 55 for Cupra with luxe spec maybe as fully kitted GTI here with roof and leather is 60k proposition yet I’m shitty that VW hasn’t brought GTI Clubsport to OZ :( as Volkswizard’s YT channel highlights how it’s the best mk8

Apart from engine output figures, Hyundai i30N is better than this in almost every way.

Golf R??????

Now this is the coverage of an Aussie going overseas to meet a Brit that I *actually* want to see! Sorry scomo.

S3 = $82,519.50 to $88,188.92

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Cupra Australia website. Leon VZx $65490 drive away. Would you buy one ??

I mean just launching the car you should definitly say "it has LSD"

I don’t get why Cupra are ruining their brand. SEAT let them go on their own but whoever is making their business decisions haven’t a clue about their core demographic buyer. My 2019 Seat Leon Cupra came standard with Limited Slip Diff & metallic paint as no cost option, completely free. I added a pan roof 3 years ago & the ticket price all in for under £32k. Cupra 2022 No slip diff, with metallic paint £575 & sunroof brings the equivalent model today in at £38,730. That’s over £7,000 more than I paid 3 years ago for more car. Even today SEAT shame their sister brand by offering metallic paint on the SEAT Leon as no cost option. Even Grapene Grey which Cupra are charging £860 for is a no cost option with SEAT. I wouldn’t mind Cupra is being sold next to Seat’s in Seat showrooms. They couldn’t even be bothered to put side sills on the Cupra Leon. I think for any private buyer the S3 is a no brainier. Better standard spec & residuals Cupra could only imagine. I can’t see the brand lasting long before it’s back under SEAT dropping everything bar the Leon & Alteca.

Cupra of course comes with LSD

A$55000???? No way, even $45000? I would go for i30 N

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The price of the S3 is a joke…Shame on Audi! Cupra everyday!!

Point less cars for Australia. A few in the city i guess. Hair dressers and bored house wife’s commuting to the gym or yoga lessons. Poor dealership experience know doubt. People with money will pay for a Model3 or Y. Even if the government is 10 years behind the population. Will people still be able to afford these after there government buys a couple of nuclear subs to keep the yanks happy.