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Mercedes CLE Coupe vs SEAT Leon comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (59,800 £ vs 24,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Coupe or SEAT Leon?

Mercedes CLE Coupe vs SEAT Leon: Key differences

Mercedes CLE Coupe

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  • moderately more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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SEAT Leon

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  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • moderately more electric range
  • clearly lighter
  • visibly 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

CLE Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

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

SEAT Leon is considerably cheaper – starting at 24,800 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Coupe costs 59,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 34,967 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon uses 1.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes CLE Coupe with 2.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the SEAT Leon offers moderately more range – reaching up to 133 km, about 20 km more than the Mercedes CLE Coupe.

Leon

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 Mercedes CLE Coupe offers moderately more power – delivering 313 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLE Coupe is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the SEAT Leon takes 7.7 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLE Coupe delivers clearly more torque with 550 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 190 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: SEAT Leon offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, SEAT Leon is clearly lighter – 1,344 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 831 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SEAT Leon offers visibly more boot space – 380 L compared to 290 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Leon carries markedly more – 521 kg compared to 405 kg. That’s a difference of about 116 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Leon is far ahead 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.

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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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Mercedes CLE Coupe

The Mercedes CLE Coupe slides between sporty and sophisticated with a swooping silhouette that turns heads without shouting, and a cabin that feels both luxurious and intelligently laid out. It’s ideal for buyers who want grand-tourer comfort with a playful driving character—chic enough for the weekend, sensible enough for the daily run, and guaranteed to spark a few “what is that?” conversations.

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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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Reviews SEAT Leon

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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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Mercedes CLE Coupe
SEAT Leon

Costs and Consumption
Price
59,800 - 65,100 £
Price
24,800 - 36,800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 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
113 km
Electric Range
133 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
49 g/km
co2
28 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,175 kg
Curb weight
1,344 - 1,657 kg
Trunk capacity
290 L
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
405 kg
Payload
473 - 521 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
313 HP
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
550 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
230 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
SEAT
What drive types are available for the Mercedes CLE Coupe?

The Mercedes CLE Coupe is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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