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SEAT Leon vs Ferrari 296 Coupe comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 880 HP), boot space and price (24,800 £ vs 348,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Leon or Ferrari 296 Coupe?

SEAT Leon vs Ferrari 296 Coupe: Key differences

SEAT Leon

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • visibly lighter
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Ferrari 296 Coupe

  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 clearly cheaper – starting at 24,800 £ , while the Ferrari 296 Coupe costs 348,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 324,052 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon uses 1.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Ferrari 296 Coupe with 8.9 L/100km. The difference is about 7.7 L/100km.

As for electric range, the SEAT Leon offers clearly more range – reaching up to 133 km, about 118 km more than the Ferrari 296 Coupe.

296 Coupe

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 Ferrari 296 Coupe offers clearly more power – delivering 880 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 608 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ferrari 296 Coupe is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the SEAT Leon takes 7.7 s. That’s about 4.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ferrari 296 Coupe delivers substantially more torque with 755 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 395 Nm more.

Leon

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: SEAT Leon offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, SEAT Leon is visibly lighter – 1,344 kg compared to 1,670 kg. The difference is around 326 kg.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Leon carries significantly more – 521 kg compared to 225 kg. That’s a difference of about 296 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Leon stands 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.

from £24,800
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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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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Ferrari 296 Coupe

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Costs and Consumption
Price
24,800 - 36,800 £
Price
348,900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
133 km
Electric Range
15 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 126 g/km
co2
218 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,344 - 1,657 kg
Curb weight
1,670 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,958 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
473 - 521 kg
Payload
225 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Power HP
880 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Torque
755 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Power kW
648 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
2,992 cm3

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

The SEAT Leon is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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