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Mercedes E-Class Estate vs SEAT Leon comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (52,600 £ vs 24,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E-Class Estate or SEAT Leon?

Mercedes E-Class Estate vs SEAT Leon: Key differences

Mercedes E-Class Estate

  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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SEAT Leon

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • slightly more electric range
  • substantially lighter
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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

E-Class Estate

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

SEAT Leon is significantly cheaper – starting at 24,800 £ , while the Mercedes E-Class Estate costs 52,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,827 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon uses 1.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mercedes E-Class Estate with 1.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the SEAT Leon offers slightly more range – reaching up to 133 km, about 24 km more than the Mercedes E-Class Estate.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes E-Class Estate offers considerably more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 313 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E-Class Estate is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the SEAT Leon takes 7.7 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E-Class Estate delivers clearly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 390 Nm more.

E-Class Estate

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, SEAT Leon is substantially lighter – 1,344 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 556 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E-Class Estate offers markedly more boot space – 615 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 235 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E-Class Estate carries a bit more – 645 kg compared to 521 kg. That’s a difference of about 124 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E-Class Estate 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 £52,600
E-Class Estate

Mercedes E-Class Estate

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range 97 - 109 km
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Mercedes E-Class Estate

The E‑Class Estate blends executive elegance with genuine everyday practicality, wrapping luxury materials and a serene ride in a wagon silhouette that never looks apologetic. It’s the perfect choice for buyers who need grown-up luggage space without sacrificing comfort, refinement or a touch of driving enjoyment.

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Reviews Mercedes E-Class Estate

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
52,600 - 121,800 £
Price
24,800 - 36,800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 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
97 - 109 km
Electric Range
133 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
44 - 181 g/km
co2
28 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,900 - 2,435 kg
Curb weight
1,344 - 1,657 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,880 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
540 - 645 kg
Payload
473 - 521 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
SEAT
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes E-Class Estate have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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