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Citroen C3 vs SEAT Leon - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (113 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (13700 £ vs 24500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 or SEAT Leon?

Citroen C3

SEAT Leon

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

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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 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 13700 £, while the SEAT Leon costs 24500 £. That’s a price difference of around 10749 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: SEAT Leon manages with 1.20 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Citroen C3 with 5 L. The difference is about 3.80 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Citroen C3 performs significantly better – achieving up to 324 km, about 191 km more than the SEAT Leon.

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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 has a significantly edge – offering 272 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 159 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the SEAT Leon is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 7.70 s, while the Citroen C3 takes 9.90 s. That’s about 2.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the SEAT Leon performs a bit better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Citroen C3 tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 37 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: SEAT Leon pulls significantly stronger with 360 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 155 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

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In curb weight, Citroen C3 is hardly perceptible lighter – 1226 kg compared to 1344 kg. The difference is around 118 kg.

In terms of boot space, the SEAT Leon offers slightly more room – 380 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.

In maximum load capacity, the SEAT Leon performs slight better – up to 1301 L, which is about 81 L more than the Citroen C3.

When it comes to payload, SEAT Leon to a small extent takes the win – 521 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 98 kg.

Who wins the race?

The SEAT Leon proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
SEAT Leon is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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SEAT Leon

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

The Citroën C3 is a cheeky little city car that turns heads with its bold, quirky styling and a surprisingly comfy, well-thought-out interior. It’s an ideal companion for urban life — easy to park, friendly to drive and built to make everyday trips feel a bit more fun without breaking the bank.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
13700 - 23800 £
Price
24500 - 36400 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
206 - 324 km
Electric Range
133 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
0 - 126 g/km
co2
27 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1226 - 1518 kg
Curb weight
1344 - 1657 kg
Trunk capacity
310 L
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
4015 mm
Length
4368 mm
Width
1755 mm
Width
1799 mm
Height
1567 mm
Height
1442 - 1460 mm
Max trunk capacity
1220 L
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1301 L
Payload
227 - 423 kg
Payload
473 - 521 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 113 HP
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
125 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
197 - 220 km/h
Torque
120 - 205 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Citroen
Brand
SEAT

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What drive types are available for the Citroen C3?

The Citroen C3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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