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Mazda 2 vs SEAT Leon comparison

Compare performance (115 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (14,200 £ vs 24,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 2 or SEAT Leon?

Mazda 2 vs SEAT Leon: Key differences

Mazda 2

  • clearly cheaper
  • markedly lighter

SEAT Leon

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

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

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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.

Mazda 2 is clearly cheaper – starting at 14,200 £ , while the SEAT Leon costs 24,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,234 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon uses 1.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mazda 2 with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 L/100km.

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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 115 HP. That’s roughly 157 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 Mazda 2 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the SEAT Leon is barely faster – reaching 220 km/h, while the Mazda 2 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SEAT Leon delivers considerably more torque with 360 Nm compared to 151 Nm. That’s about 209 Nm more.

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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, Mazda 2 is markedly lighter – 1,099 kg compared to 1,344 kg. The difference is around 245 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SEAT Leon offers markedly more boot space – 380 L compared to 280 L. That’s a difference of about 100 L.

For maximum load capacity, the SEAT Leon offers clearly more capacity – up to 1,301 L, about 351 L more than the Mazda 2.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Leon carries somewhat more – 521 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 84 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Leon stands well ahead of its rival 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 £24,500
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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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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SEAT Leon

Costs and Consumption
Price
14,200 - 21,700 £
Price
24,500 - 36,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
133 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
107 - 122 g/km
co2
27 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,099 - 1,120 kg
Curb weight
1,344 - 1,657 kg
Trunk capacity
280 L
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
4,080 mm
Length
4,368 mm
Width
1,695 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Height
1,515 mm
Height
1,442 - 1,460 mm
Max trunk capacity
950 L
Max trunk capacity
1,187 - 1,301 L
Payload
420 - 437 kg
Payload
473 - 521 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
75 - 115 HP
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
171 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
197 - 220 km/h
Torque
143 - 151 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
55 - 85 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Mazda
Brand
SEAT
Is the Mazda 2 offered with different drivetrains?

The Mazda 2 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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