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Ford Puma vs SEAT Leon comparison

Compare performance (168 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (23,900 £ vs 24,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Puma or SEAT Leon?

Ford Puma vs SEAT Leon: Key differences

Ford Puma

3 (11 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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SEAT Leon

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • clearly more efficient
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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

Puma

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Ford Puma is barely cheaper – starting at 23,900 £ , while the SEAT Leon costs 24,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 891 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon uses 1.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Ford Puma with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 4.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Ford Puma offers substantially more range – reaching up to 417 km, about 284 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 markedly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 168 HP. That’s roughly 104 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Puma is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the SEAT Leon takes 7.7 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SEAT Leon delivers moderately more torque with 360 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm more.

Puma

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Puma is barely lighter – 1,316 kg compared to 1,344 kg. The difference is around 28 kg.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Leon carries marginally more – 521 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 52 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.

from £24,800
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
Ford Puma
SEAT Leon

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Ford Puma

The Ford Puma blends sporty styling with practical everyday usability, making it a smart choice for drivers who want flair without sacrificing versatility. Its engaging driving character and clever interior packaging give it a more dynamic and useful feel than many rivals.

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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 Puma
SEAT Leon

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,900 - 36,300 £
Price
24,800 - 36,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 13.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
404 - 417 km
Electric Range
133 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 135 g/km
co2
28 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,316 - 1,563 kg
Curb weight
1,344 - 1,657 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,805 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
367 - 469 kg
Payload
473 - 521 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
125 - 168 HP
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
92 - 124 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
D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Ford
Brand
SEAT
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