Compare performance (156 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (20700 £ vs 24500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 208 or SEAT Leon?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Peugeot 208 has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20700 £ , while the SEAT Leon costs 24500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3772 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: SEAT Leon manages with 1.20 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Peugeot 208 with 4.50 L. The difference is about 3.30 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Peugeot 208 performs decisively better – achieving up to 432 km, about 299 km more than the SEAT Leon.
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 has a convincingly edge – offering 272 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 116 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the SEAT Leon is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 7.70 s, while the Peugeot 208 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the SEAT Leon performs slight better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Peugeot 208 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: SEAT Leon pulls distinct stronger with 360 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 90 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Peugeot 208 is to a small extent lighter – 1165 kg compared to 1344 kg. The difference is around 179 kg.
In terms of boot space, the SEAT Leon offers hardly perceptible more room – 380 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 28 L.
In maximum load capacity, the SEAT Leon performs to a small extent better – up to 1301 L, which is about 138 L more than the Peugeot 208.
When it comes to payload, SEAT Leon slightly takes the win – 521 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 91 kg.
The SEAT Leon sits 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.
The Peugeot 208 feels like a city-savvy fox: compact, stylish and surprisingly grown-up, with a cabin that punches above its weight and enough personality to make daily commutes a little less boring. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want chic practicality without the showroom bluster — easy to park, thrifty to run and oddly fun when the road tightens up.
detailsSEAT 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
20700 - 35200 £
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Price
24500 - 36400 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.2 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
362 - 432 km
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Electric Range
133 km
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Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
0 - 117 g/km
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co2
27 - 126 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
44 L
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1165 - 1530 kg
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Curb weight
1344 - 1657 kg
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Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
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Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
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Length
4055 mm
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Length
4368 mm
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Width
1745 mm
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Width
1799 mm
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Height
1430 mm
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Height
1442 - 1460 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1118 - 1163 L
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Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1301 L
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Payload
380 - 430 kg
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Payload
473 - 521 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
101 - 156 HP
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Power HP
116 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
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Max Speed
150 - 200 km/h
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Max Speed
197 - 220 km/h
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
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Torque
220 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
74 - 115 kW
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Power kW
85 - 200 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
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Brand
Peugeot
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Brand
SEAT
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The Peugeot 208 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.