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Mazda 6 Estate vs SEAT Leon - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (194 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (30000 £ vs 24500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Estate or SEAT Leon?

Mazda 6 Estate

SEAT Leon

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

SEAT Leon has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24500 £, while the Mazda 6 Estate costs 30000 £. That’s a price difference of around 5546 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: SEAT Leon manages with 1.20 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mazda 6 Estate with 6.80 L. The difference is about 5.60 L per 100 km.

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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 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 272 HP compared to 194 HP. That’s roughly 78 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the SEAT Leon is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 7.70 s, while the Mazda 6 Estate takes 8.10 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mazda 6 Estate performs minimal better – reaching 223 km/h, while the SEAT Leon tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: SEAT Leon pulls evident stronger with 360 Nm compared to 258 Nm. That’s about 102 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

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In curb weight, SEAT Leon is minimal lighter – 1344 kg compared to 1475 kg. The difference is around 131 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mazda 6 Estate offers evident more room – 522 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 142 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mazda 6 Estate performs noticeable better – up to 1664 L, which is about 363 L more than the SEAT Leon.

When it comes to payload, Mazda 6 Estate minimal takes the win – 571 kg compared to 521 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who wins the race?

The SEAT Leon proves to be is largely superior 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
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Mazda 6 Estate

The Mazda 6 Estate marries elegant, flowing design with everyday practicality, so you get a grown-up wagon that still looks the part on a weekend escape. It rewards drivers with poised handling and a nicely finished cabin, proving that sensible family cars can be engaging — and a little bit cheeky — too.

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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
30000 - 43500 £
Price
24500 - 36400 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
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
19.70 kWh
co2
155 - 172 g/km
co2
27 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
62 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1475 - 1598 kg
Curb weight
1344 - 1657 kg
Trunk capacity
522 L
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
4805 mm
Length
4368 mm
Width
1840 mm
Width
1799 mm
Height
1480 mm
Height
1442 - 1460 mm
Max trunk capacity
1664 L
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1301 L
Payload
483 - 571 kg
Payload
473 - 521 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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
145 - 194 HP
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
205 - 223 km/h
Max Speed
197 - 220 km/h
Torque
213 - 258 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 143 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3

General
Model Year
2021 - 2022
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Mazda
Brand
SEAT

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What drive types are available for the Mazda 6 Estate?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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