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Mercedes B Class vs SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer comparison

Compare performance (238 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (33,100 £ vs 26,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes B Class or SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer?

Mercedes B Class vs SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer: Key differences

Mercedes B Class

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

  • noticeably cheaper
  • somewhat more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • marginally lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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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

B Class

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer is noticeably cheaper – starting at 26,200 £ , while the Mercedes B Class costs 33,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,909 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer uses 1.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes B Class with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 3.8 L/100km.

Leon SP Sportstourer

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer offers somewhat more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 238 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes B Class is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer takes 7.9 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes B Class delivers only slightly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.

B Class

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer is marginally lighter – 1,384 kg compared to 1,405 kg. The difference is around 21 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer offers markedly more boot space – 620 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 165 L.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer carries marginally more – 569 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 19 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer 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 £26,200
Leon SP Sportstourer

SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.3 - 5.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 131 km
Mercedes B Class
SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

Costs and Consumption

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Mercedes B Class

The Mercedes B-Class is a smart, grown-up compact people carrier that dresses everyday practicality in a near‑premium polish, perfect for buyers who want comfort and a classy badge without the theatrics. It won’t set your pulse racing on a back road, but it will make school runs, commutes and grocery hauls feel pleasantly civilized — a reliable, slightly posh companion for real life.

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SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

The SEAT Leon Sportstourer blends sporty hatchback looks with estate practicality, giving buyers a sleek wagon that doesn't look like it's trying too hard to be sensible. Its cabin feels modern and well thought‑out, with clever storage and a driving character that keeps the journey entertaining — a smart choice for families who don't want to surrender style for space.

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Mercedes B Class
SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,100 - 52,500 £
Price
26,200 - 38,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
131 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
133 - 156 g/km
co2
28 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
MPV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,405 - 1,565 kg
Curb weight
1,384 - 1,708 kg
Trunk capacity
445 - 455 L
Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,796 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
515 - 550 kg
Payload
422 - 569 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 238 HP
Power HP
115 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
200 - 400 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 175 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
SEAT
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