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Nissan Leaf vs SEAT Leon comparison

Compare performance (217 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 24,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Leaf or SEAT Leon?

Nissan Leaf vs SEAT Leon: Key differences

Nissan Leaf

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more electric range
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h

SEAT Leon

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • visibly lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Leaf

Costs and Efficiency:

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

SEAT Leon is clearly cheaper – starting at 24,500 £ , while the Nissan Leaf costs 30,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,360 £.

As for electric range, the Nissan Leaf offers clearly more range – reaching up to 624 km, about 491 km more than the SEAT Leon.

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 SEAT Leon offers noticeably more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 217 HP. That’s roughly 55 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Leaf is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the SEAT Leon takes 7.7 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SEAT Leon delivers marginally more torque with 360 Nm compared to 355 Nm. That’s about 5 Nm more.

Leaf

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 visibly lighter – 1,344 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 520 kg.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Leon carries somewhat more – 521 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 77 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Leaf holds a solid 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.

from £30,800
Leaf

Nissan Leaf

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 176 - 217 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.7 - 13.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 436 - 624 km
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Reviews Nissan Leaf

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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Mir
12 Mar 2026, 21:05:00

The author of this comparison probably doesn't read what they're writing. Almost 100 Nm is a small difference? XD And by the way, the Leaf is listed at 6.9 s to the first 100 km/h while the rival is over 8 s — that's not a small difference… it's a shame to read this comparison with so many mistakes; better to take a drive and judge for yourself.

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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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FaBio
4 Jan 2026, 21:30:20

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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Nissan Leaf
SEAT Leon

Costs and Consumption
Price
30,800 - 41,100 £
Price
24,500 - 36,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.7 - 13.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
436 - 624 km
Electric Range
133 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
27 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,956 kg
Curb weight
1,344 - 1,657 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
-
Length
4,368 mm
Width
1,810 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Height
-
Height
1,442 - 1,460 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,187 - 1,301 L
Payload
441 - 444 kg
Payload
473 - 521 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
176 - 217 HP
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
197 - 220 km/h
Torque
345 - 355 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Nissan
Brand
SEAT
What drive types are available for the Nissan Leaf?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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