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Peugeot 308 vs SEAT Leon comparison

Compare performance (195 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (29,200 £ vs 24,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 308 or SEAT Leon?

Peugeot 308 vs SEAT Leon: Key differences

Peugeot 308

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more electric range
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely more trunk space

SEAT Leon

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • only slightly 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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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.

SEAT Leon is a bit cheaper – starting at 24,500 £ , while the Peugeot 308 costs 29,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,783 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon uses 1.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Peugeot 308 with 2.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 308 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 450 km, about 317 km more than the SEAT Leon.

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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 SEAT Leon offers visibly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 77 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 308 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the SEAT Leon takes 7.7 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Peugeot 308 is only slightly faster – reaching 225 km/h, while the SEAT Leon tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SEAT Leon delivers slightly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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 terms of curb weight, SEAT Leon is only slightly lighter – 1,344 kg compared to 1,453 kg. The difference is around 109 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 308 offers barely more boot space – 412 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 32 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 308 offers barely more capacity – up to 1,323 L, about 22 L more than the SEAT Leon.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Leon carries only slightly more – 521 kg compared to 503 kg. That’s a difference of about 18 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Leon 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.

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Leon

SEAT Leon

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 5.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 133 km
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Peugeot 308

The Peugeot 308 brings a sleek, feline profile and an unexpectedly upscale cabin, with clever packaging and materials that feel a touch more premium than you might expect. It’s composed on the road, easy to live with for daily life, and a smart choice if you want a stylish hatch that still behaves when the road gets interesting.

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Reviews Peugeot 308

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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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Peugeot 308
SEAT Leon

Costs and Consumption
Price
29,200 - 42,600 £
Price
24,500 - 36,400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
78 - 450 km
Electric Range
133 km
Battery Capacity
0.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
0 - 133 g/km
co2
27 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,453 - 1,749 kg
Curb weight
1,344 - 1,657 kg
Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
4,367 mm
Length
4,368 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Height
1,438 mm
Height
1,442 - 1,460 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,258 - 1,323 L
Max trunk capacity
1,187 - 1,301 L
Payload
430 - 503 kg
Payload
473 - 521 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
Max Speed
197 - 220 km/h
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
SEAT
What drive types are available for the Peugeot 308?

The Peugeot 308 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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