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Fiat 500 vs SEAT Leon – Which car suits you better?

Two cars, one duel: Fiat 500 meets SEAT Leon.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Fiat 500 has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 18800 £, while the SEAT Leon costs 24500 £. That’s a price difference of around 5606 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: SEAT Leon manages with 1.20 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Fiat 500 with 5.30 L. The difference is about 4.10 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Fiat 500 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 331 km, about 198 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 convincingly edge – offering 272 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 154 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the SEAT Leon is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 7.70 s, while the Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the SEAT Leon performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Fiat 500 tops out at 155 km/h. The difference is around 65 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: SEAT Leon pulls noticeable stronger with 360 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: SEAT Leon offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Fiat 500 is a bit lighter – 1141 kg compared to 1344 kg. The difference is around 203 kg.

In terms of boot space, the SEAT Leon offers convincingly more room – 380 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 195 L.

In maximum load capacity, the SEAT Leon performs decisively better – up to 1301 L, which is about 751 L more than the Fiat 500.

When it comes to payload, SEAT Leon evident takes the win – 521 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 196 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the SEAT Leon shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £24,500
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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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Fiat 500

The Fiat 500 is a cheeky, retro‑styled city car that turns heads with its iconic looks and playful personality. Perfect for weaving through tight streets and easing into tiny parking spots, it’s aimed at buyers who want style and character more than grand touring prowess.

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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
18800 - 30800 £
Price
24500 - 36400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.30 L
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Electric Range
133 km
Battery Capacity
21.3 - 37.3 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
0 - 120 g/km
co2
27 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
3 - 4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1141 - 1475 kg
Curb weight
1344 - 1657 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
3631 - 3632 mm
Length
4368 mm
Width
1683 - 1684 mm
Width
1799 mm
Height
1527 - 1532 mm
Height
1442 - 1460 mm
Max trunk capacity
440 - 550 L
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1301 L
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
473 - 521 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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 - 16.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
135 - 155 km/h
Max Speed
197 - 220 km/h
Torque
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
1498 - 1968 cm3

General
Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Fiat
Brand
SEAT

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What drivetrain options does the Fiat 500 have?

The Fiat 500 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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