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Mercedes GLC vs SEAT Leon comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (50,300 £ vs 24,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLC or SEAT Leon?

Mercedes GLC vs SEAT Leon: Key differences

Mercedes GLC

4.4 (11 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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SEAT Leon

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • considerably 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

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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 considerably cheaper – starting at 24,500 £ , while the Mercedes GLC costs 50,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,873 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon uses 1.2 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Mercedes GLC with 1.6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLC offers substantially more range – reaching up to 714 km, about 581 km more than the SEAT Leon.

Leon

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 Mercedes GLC offers significantly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 408 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the SEAT Leon takes 7.7 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the SEAT Leon is only slightly faster – reaching 220 km/h, while the Mercedes GLC tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLC delivers substantially more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 660 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, SEAT Leon is considerably lighter – 1,344 kg compared to 1,985 kg. The difference is around 641 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers clearly more boot space – 620 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 240 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLC offers visibly more capacity – up to 1,740 L, about 439 L more than the SEAT Leon.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLC carries only slightly more – 575 kg compared to 521 kg. That’s a difference of about 54 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLC holds a decisive overall lead 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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Mercedes GLC

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 9.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 12 - 714 km
Mercedes GLC
SEAT Leon

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Mercedes GLC

The Mercedes GLC blends plush cabin comfort and composed road manners into an SUV that feels more grown-up than it looks. It won’t shout for attention, but will quietly please buyers who want refinement, usable space and a touch of luxury without the drama.

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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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Mercedes GLC
SEAT Leon

Costs and Consumption

Price
50,300 - 111,000 £
Price
24,500 - 36,400 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
12 - 714 km
Electric Range
133 km
Battery Capacity
94 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
0 - 221 g/km
co2
27 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,985 - 2,535 kg
Curb weight
1,344 - 1,657 kg
Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
4,845 mm
Length
4,368 mm
Width
1,890 - 1,913 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Height
1,644 mm
Height
1,442 - 1,460 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,740 L
Max trunk capacity
1,187 - 1,301 L
Payload
475 - 575 kg
Payload
473 - 521 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
197 - 220 km/h
Torque
380 - 1,020 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,991 - 2,989 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, E, F, G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
SEAT
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