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Fiat 600 vs SEAT Leon – Which model is better for everyday use?

Two cars, one duel: Fiat 600 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:

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.

Fiat 600 has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21800 £, while the SEAT Leon costs 24500 £. That’s a price difference of around 2606 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: SEAT Leon manages with 1.20 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Fiat 600 with 4.80 L. The difference is about 3.60 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Fiat 600 performs decisively better – achieving up to 409 km, about 276 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 156 HP. That’s roughly 116 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the SEAT Leon is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 7.70 s, while the Fiat 600 takes 8.50 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the SEAT Leon performs barely noticeable better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Fiat 600 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: SEAT Leon pulls noticeable stronger with 360 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 100 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, SEAT Leon is barely noticeable lighter – 1344 kg compared to 1355 kg. The difference is around 11 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Fiat 600 offers hardly perceptible more room – 385 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

In maximum load capacity, the SEAT Leon performs minimal better – up to 1301 L, which is about 45 L more than the Fiat 600.

When it comes to payload, SEAT Leon somewhat takes the win – 521 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 91 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the SEAT Leon shows itself to be is largely superior 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

Fiat 600

The Fiat 600 is small, cheeky and utterly charming, a pocket-sized Italian that packs more personality than its size suggests. Ideal for city buyers who want fuss-free motoring with a playful driving character, it puts smiles ahead of spreadsheets.

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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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Fiat 600
SEAT Leon
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Costs and Consumption

Price
21800 - 31300 £
Price
24500 - 36400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.80 L
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.10 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
409 km
Electric Range
133 km
Battery Capacity
51 - 52 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
0 - 109 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
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1355 - 1595 kg
Curb weight
1344 - 1657 kg
Trunk capacity
360 - 385 L
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
4178 mm
Length
4368 mm
Width
1779 mm
Width
1799 mm
Height
1523 - 1525 mm
Height
1442 - 1460 mm
Max trunk capacity
1231 - 1256 L
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1301 L
Payload
427 - 430 kg
Payload
473 - 521 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 156 HP
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
150 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
197 - 220 km/h
Torque
205 - 260 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
81 - 115 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Fiat
Brand
SEAT
What drive types are available for the Fiat 600?

The Fiat 600 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.