Compare performance (190 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (41,400 £ vs 26,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Sprinter Bus or SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer is significantly cheaper – starting at 26,200 £ , while the Mercedes Sprinter Bus costs 41,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,163 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer uses 1.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Bus with 9.3 L/100km. The difference is about 8 L/100km.
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 SP Sportstourer offers visibly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 82 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Sprinter Bus delivers somewhat more torque with 450 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 90 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer is substantially lighter – 1,384 kg compared to 2,356 kg. The difference is around 972 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Bus carries considerably more – 1,144 kg compared to 569 kg. That’s a difference of about 575 kg.
The SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer is decisively ahead 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.
The Mercedes Sprinter is the go-to people-mover for operators and families who want robust practicality wrapped in a premium feel, with a flexible interior that can be tailored from shuttle to mobile office without breaking a sweat. Sporting the three-pointed star and the driving manners of a tall estate, the Sprinter Bus is comfortable, dependable and refreshingly easy to live with day after day.
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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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Price
41,400 - 55,900 £
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Price
26,200 - 38,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
9.3 - 12.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 5.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
131 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
244 - 322 g/km
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co2
28 - 128 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
71 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
2
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,356 - 2,559 kg
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Curb weight
1,384 - 1,708 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
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Length
5,932 - 6,967 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,993 mm
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Width
1,799 mm
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Height
2,633 - 2,659 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
814 - 1,144 kg
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Payload
422 - 569 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
114 - 190 HP
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Power HP
115 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 10.8 s
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Max Speed
150 - 159 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
300 - 450 Nm
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Torque
220 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
84 - 140 kW
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Power kW
85 - 200 kW
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Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
SEAT
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