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Ford Kuga vs SEAT Leon - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (243 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (34200 £ vs 24500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Kuga or SEAT Leon?

Ford Kuga

3.5 (2 Reviews)
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SEAT Leon

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.

SEAT Leon has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24500 £, while the Ford Kuga costs 34200 £. That’s a price difference of around 9788 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: SEAT Leon manages with 1.20 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Ford Kuga with 2.80 L. The difference is about 1.60 L per 100 km.

As for range, the SEAT Leon performs decisively better – achieving up to 133 km, about 65 km more than the Ford Kuga.

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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 a bit edge – offering 272 HP compared to 243 HP. That’s roughly 29 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Kuga is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 7.30 s, while the SEAT Leon takes 7.70 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: SEAT Leon pulls evident stronger with 360 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 120 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: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, SEAT Leon is slightly lighter – 1344 kg compared to 1526 kg. The difference is around 182 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Ford Kuga offers hardly perceptible more room – 412 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 32 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Ford Kuga performs a bit better – up to 1534 L, which is about 233 L more than the SEAT Leon.

When it comes to payload, Ford Kuga minimal takes the win – 550 kg compared to 521 kg. That’s a difference of about 29 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

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
Ford Kuga
SEAT Leon

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Ford Kuga

3.5 (2 Reviews)
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The Kuga is Ford’s adaptable family SUV that blends usable space with a surprisingly lively driving character, making daily commutes and weekend escapes equally enjoyable. With smart interior packaging, an easy-to-use infotainment setup and composed road manners, it’s a sensible choice for buyers who want a bit of fun without the fuss.

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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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Ford Kuga
SEAT Leon
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Costs and Consumption

Price
34200 - 46300 £
Price
24500 - 36400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
68 km
Electric Range
133 km
Battery Capacity
1.1 - 14.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
55 - 154 g/km
co2
27 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 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
1526 - 1859 kg
Curb weight
1344 - 1657 kg
Trunk capacity
412 L
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
4604 - 4645 mm
Length
4368 mm
Width
1882 mm
Width
1799 mm
Height
1673 - 1681 mm
Height
1442 - 1460 mm
Max trunk capacity
1534 L
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1301 L
Payload
541 - 550 kg
Payload
473 - 521 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 243 HP
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
195 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
197 - 220 km/h
Torque
240 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
111 - 178 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1496 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Ford
Brand
SEAT
What drivetrain options does the Ford Kuga have?

The Ford Kuga is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-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.