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Renault Clio vs SEAT Leon – Which one offers the better deal?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Renault Clio or SEAT Leon fits your lifestyle better.

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.

Renault Clio has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16600 £, while the SEAT Leon costs 24500 £. That’s a price difference of around 7869 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: SEAT Leon manages with 1.20 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Renault Clio with 4.10 L. The difference is about 2.90 L per 100 km.

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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 has a clearly edge – offering 272 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 114 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the SEAT Leon is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.70 s, while the Renault Clio takes 8.30 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the SEAT Leon performs somewhat better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Renault Clio tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: SEAT Leon pulls significantly stronger with 360 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 155 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Renault Clio is to a small extent lighter – 1124 kg compared to 1344 kg. The difference is around 220 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Clio offers slight more room – 391 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 11 L.

In maximum load capacity, the SEAT Leon performs slight better – up to 1301 L, which is about 125 L more than the Renault Clio.

When it comes to payload, SEAT Leon somewhat takes the win – 521 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 58 kg.

Who wins the race?

The SEAT Leon proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
SEAT Leon is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £24,500
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SEAT Leon

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

The Clio punches above its weight with chic French styling and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that makes city driving feel effortlessly stylish. It's an easy-to-live-with choice that keeps ownership simple and even manages to put a grin on your face when the traffic gets dull.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
16600 - 23700 £
Price
24500 - 36400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.1 - 5.3 L
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
133 km
Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
92 - 121 g/km
co2
27 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 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
1124 - 1331 kg
Curb weight
1344 - 1657 kg
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
4053 - 4116 mm
Length
4368 mm
Width
1768 - 1798 mm
Width
1799 mm
Height
1440 - 1451 mm
Height
1442 - 1460 mm
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1176 L
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1301 L
Payload
398 - 463 kg
Payload
473 - 521 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
67 - 158 HP
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 17.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
197 - 220 km/h
Torque
95 - 205 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
49 - 116 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1789 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3

General
Model Year
2023 - 2026
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Renault
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SEAT

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Is the Renault Clio offered with different drivetrains?

The Renault Clio is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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