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Renault Mégane 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 Mégane 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

SEAT Leon has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24500 £, while the Renault Mégane costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 10603 £.

As for range, the Renault Mégane performs decisively better – achieving up to 452 km, about 319 km more than the SEAT Leon.

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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 has a somewhat edge – offering 272 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Mégane is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the SEAT Leon takes 7.70 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the SEAT Leon performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Renault Mégane tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 60 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: SEAT Leon pulls to a small extent stronger with 360 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, SEAT Leon is distinct lighter – 1344 kg compared to 1719 kg. The difference is around 375 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Mégane offers hardly perceptible more room – 389 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 9 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Mégane performs minimal better – up to 1332 L, which is about 31 L more than the SEAT Leon.

When it comes to payload, SEAT Leon a bit takes the win – 521 kg compared to 446 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 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.

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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 Mégane

The Renault Mégane blends Gallic flair with practical everyday charm, showing that sensible transport can still have personality and poise. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want a comfortable, stylish hatchback that feels a little more special than the usual commute companion.

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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
35100 - 38500 £
Price
24500 - 36400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
452 km
Electric Range
133 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
27 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1719 kg
Curb weight
1344 - 1657 kg
Trunk capacity
389 L
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
4200 mm
Length
4368 mm
Width
1783 mm
Width
1799 mm
Height
1505 mm
Height
1442 - 1460 mm
Max trunk capacity
1332 L
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1301 L
Payload
446 kg
Payload
473 - 521 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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
218 HP
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.40 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
197 - 220 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Renault
Brand
SEAT

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What drive types are available for the Renault Mégane?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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