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SEAT Leon vs Maserati Ghibli comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 430 HP), boot space and price (24,800 £ vs 88,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Leon or Maserati Ghibli?

SEAT Leon vs Maserati Ghibli: Key differences

SEAT Leon

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Maserati Ghibli

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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:

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

SEAT Leon is significantly cheaper – starting at 24,800 £ , while the Maserati Ghibli costs 88,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 63,947 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon uses 1.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Maserati Ghibli with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 7.4 L/100km.

Ghibli

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 Maserati Ghibli offers visibly more power – delivering 430 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 158 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Maserati Ghibli is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the SEAT Leon takes 7.7 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Maserati Ghibli delivers noticeably more torque with 580 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 220 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 clearly lighter – 1,344 kg compared to 1,953 kg. The difference is around 609 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Maserati Ghibli offers clearly more boot space – 500 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 120 L.

When it comes to payload, the Maserati Ghibli carries only slightly more – 577 kg compared to 521 kg. That’s a difference of about 56 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Leon is far ahead overall 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

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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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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5 (1 Reviews)
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Maserati Ghibli

Costs and Consumption
Price
24,800 - 36,800 £
Price
88,800 - 122,600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 11.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
133 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 126 g/km
co2
194 - 251 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,344 - 1,657 kg
Curb weight
1,953 - 2,010 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
500 L
Length
-
Length
4,971 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,945 mm
Height
-
Height
1,461 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
473 - 521 kg
Payload
520 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Power HP
330 - 430 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
255 - 286 km/h
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Torque
450 - 580 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Power kW
243 - 316 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,979 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
SEAT
Brand
Maserati
Is the SEAT Leon offered with different drivetrains?

The SEAT Leon is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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