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Citroen Berlingo vs SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (20,300 £ vs 26,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen Berlingo or SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer?

Citroen Berlingo vs SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer: Key differences

Citroen Berlingo

  • noticeably cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • substantially more trunk space
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SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

  • significantly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Berlingo

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Citroen Berlingo is noticeably cheaper – starting at 20,300 £ , while the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer costs 26,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,889 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer uses 1.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Citroen Berlingo with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Citroen Berlingo offers considerably more range – reaching up to 343 km, about 212 km more than the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer.

Leon SP Sportstourer

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer offers significantly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 7.9 s, while the Citroen Berlingo takes 11.2 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer delivers moderately more torque with 360 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.

Berlingo

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Citroen Berlingo offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer is marginally lighter – 1,384 kg compared to 1,476 kg. The difference is around 92 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen Berlingo offers substantially more boot space – 1,050 L compared to 620 L. That’s a difference of about 430 L.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen Berlingo carries visibly more – 840 kg compared to 569 kg. That’s a difference of about 271 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £26,200
Leon SP Sportstourer

SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 115 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.3 - 5.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 131 km
Citroen Berlingo
SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

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Dimensions and Body

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Citroen Berlingo

The Citroën Berlingo is a charming, practical MPV that blends everyday versatility with a comfy ride and clever storage tricks that make life easier for families and small businesses. It won’t star in a sports-car ad, but its sensible layout, enormous load flexibility and friendly demeanor mean it often wins on plain common sense — perfect for school runs, weekend escapes and the odd IKEA mission.

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SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

The SEAT Leon Sportstourer blends sporty hatchback looks with estate practicality, giving buyers a sleek wagon that doesn't look like it's trying too hard to be sensible. Its cabin feels modern and well thought‑out, with clever storage and a driving character that keeps the journey entertaining — a smart choice for families who don't want to surrender style for space.

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Citroen Berlingo
SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,300 - 34,900 £
Price
26,200 - 38,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18 - 18.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
334 - 343 km
Electric Range
131 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 151 g/km
co2
28 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,476 - 1,922 kg
Curb weight
1,384 - 1,708 kg
Trunk capacity
775 - 1,050 L
Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
509 - 840 kg
Payload
422 - 569 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Power HP
115 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 - 14.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Citroen
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SEAT
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