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Fiat 500 Convertible vs SEAT Leon comparison

Compare performance (118 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (19,700 £ vs 24,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 Convertible or SEAT Leon?

Fiat 500 Convertible vs SEAT Leon: Key differences

Fiat 500 Convertible

  • markedly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • a bit lighter
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SEAT Leon

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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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

500 Convertible

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Fiat 500 Convertible is markedly cheaper – starting at 19,700 £ , while the SEAT Leon costs 24,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,100 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon uses 1.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Fiat 500 Convertible with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Fiat 500 Convertible offers considerably more range – reaching up to 313 km, about 180 km more than the SEAT Leon.

Leon

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 offers substantially more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 154 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SEAT Leon is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 7.7 s, while the Fiat 500 Convertible takes 9 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SEAT Leon delivers markedly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.

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: SEAT Leon offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 Convertible is a bit lighter – 1,150 kg compared to 1,344 kg. The difference is around 194 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SEAT Leon offers clearly more boot space – 380 L compared to 183 L. That’s a difference of about 197 L.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Leon carries clearly more – 521 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 196 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Leon is clearly superior overall 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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Fiat 500 Convertible

The Fiat 500 Convertible is a cheeky, retro-styled roof-down city car that turns heads and makes short trips feel like mini vacations. It’s more about charm and personality than practicality, ideal for style-conscious buyers who prefer fun and flair over brute practicality.

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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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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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Fiat 500 Convertible
SEAT Leon

Costs and Consumption
Price
19,700 - 28,300 £
Price
24,800 - 36,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
190 - 313 km
Electric Range
133 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 123 g/km
co2
28 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,150 - 1,480 kg
Curb weight
1,344 - 1,657 kg
Trunk capacity
183 L
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
473 - 521 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 17.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Fiat
Brand
SEAT
What drive types are available for the Fiat 500 Convertible?

The Fiat 500 Convertible is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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