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Citroen C3 Aircross vs SEAT Leon comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (16,400 £ vs 24,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 Aircross or SEAT Leon?

Citroen C3 Aircross vs SEAT Leon: Key differences

Citroen C3 Aircross

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • only slightly lighter
  • a bit more trunk space
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SEAT Leon

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

C3 Aircross

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Citroen C3 Aircross is considerably cheaper – starting at 16,400 £ , while the SEAT Leon costs 24,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,357 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon uses 1.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 4.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers considerably more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 267 km more than the SEAT Leon.

Leon

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the SEAT Leon offers substantially more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 127 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SEAT Leon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.7 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.3 s. That’s about 4.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SEAT Leon delivers noticeably more torque with 360 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm more.

C3 Aircross

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen C3 Aircross is only slightly lighter – 1,312 kg compared to 1,344 kg. The difference is around 32 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers a bit more boot space – 460 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Leon carries somewhat more – 521 kg compared to 462 kg. That’s a difference of about 59 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Leon holds a decisive overall lead 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.

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Leon

SEAT Leon

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.2 - 5.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range 133 km
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Reviews Citroen C3 Aircross

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Mullié Bernard
11 Jul 2026, 09:42:41

Comfortable, this compact SUV has the advantage of being spacious for a reasonable price.

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SEAT Leon

SEAT Leon pairs sharp, modern styling with a cabin that's sensible and slightly sporty, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want flair without fuss. It drives with eager composure and offers a neat balance of comfort and agility, so you get everyday usability with a wink of fun.

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FaBio
4 Jan 2026, 21:30:20

Mechanically the car is fairly well built, apart from the rear axle.
The air conditioning is effective and visibility is good, while the FR setup paired with the 18" wheels, in my view, hurts comfort — getting in and out can be awkward. Once on board, though, the seats are very comfortable. The infotainment is comprehensive, with a generously sized screen and full-link smartphone connectivity; the factory sat-nav does what it can, but obviously Maps is superior in every way.
All in all, a fun/sporty car that also winks at family life thanks to a roomy boot and modest fuel consumption.

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SEAT Leon

Costs and Consumption
Price
16,400 - 29,000 £
Price
24,800 - 36,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 18.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
307 - 400 km
Electric Range
133 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 134 g/km
co2
28 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,312 - 1,608 kg
Curb weight
1,344 - 1,657 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
407 - 462 kg
Payload
473 - 521 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 145 HP
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 107 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 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, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Citroen
Brand
SEAT
What drivetrain options does the Citroen C3 Aircross have?

The Citroen C3 Aircross is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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