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SEAT Leon vs DS Automobiles N°7 comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 375 HP), boot space and price (24,800 £ vs 40,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Leon or DS Automobiles N°7?

SEAT Leon vs DS Automobiles N°7: Key differences

SEAT Leon

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • a bit lighter
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DS Automobiles N°7

  • clearly more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Leon

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 significantly cheaper – starting at 24,800 £ , while the DS Automobiles N°7 costs 40,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,080 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon uses 1.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the DS Automobiles N°7 with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the DS Automobiles N°7 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 734 km, about 601 km more than the SEAT Leon.

N°7

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the DS Automobiles N°7 offers clearly more power – delivering 375 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 103 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles N°7 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the SEAT Leon takes 7.7 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles N°7 delivers visibly more torque with 509 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 149 Nm more.

Leon

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 a bit lighter – 1,344 kg compared to 1,556 kg. The difference is around 212 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles N°7 offers markedly more boot space – 560 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 180 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles N°7 carries very slightly more – 562 kg compared to 521 kg. That’s a difference of about 41 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.

from £24,800
Leon

SEAT Leon

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
  • Transmission Manual, 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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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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Reviews SEAT Leon

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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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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DS Automobiles N°7

Known commonly as the DS 7, this DS Automobiles model is a chic French compact SUV with bold, sculpted styling and a quietly luxurious cabin. It delivers a refined, comfortable ride and a premium feel through high-quality materials and thoughtful technology, appealing to buyers who want something distinctive from mainstream rivals.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
24,800 - 36,800 £
Price
40,900 - 67,200 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 17 kWh/100km
Electric Range
133 km
Electric Range
539 - 734 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
28 - 126 g/km
co2
0 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,344 - 1,657 kg
Curb weight
1,556 - 2,252 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
500 - 560 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
473 - 521 kg
Payload
518 - 562 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Power HP
145 - 375 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 10.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Torque
230 - 509 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Power kW
107 - 276 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
Brand
SEAT
Brand
DS Automobiles
Is the SEAT Leon offered with different drivetrains?

The SEAT Leon is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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