Compare performance (272 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (24500 £ vs 34300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Leon or Tesla Model 3?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
SEAT Leon has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24500 £ , while the Tesla Model 3 costs 34300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9823 £.
As for electric range, the Tesla Model 3 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 750 km, about 617 km more than the SEAT Leon.
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 Tesla Model 3 has a convincingly edge – offering 460 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 188 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.10 s, while the SEAT Leon takes 7.70 s. That’s about 4.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Tesla Model 3 performs to a small extent better – reaching 262 km/h, while the SEAT Leon tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 42 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Tesla Model 3 pulls clearly stronger with 660 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 300 Nm difference.
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 clearly perceptible lighter – 1344 kg compared to 1822 kg. The difference is around 478 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Tesla Model 3 offers evident more room – 594 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 214 L.
When it comes to payload, SEAT Leon evident takes the win – 521 kg compared to 333 kg. That’s a difference of about 188 kg.
The Tesla Model 3 sits 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.
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.
detailsThe Tesla Model 3 slices through daily commuting with a silent, confident shove that makes petrolheads reassess their life choices, while its minimalist cabin feels more like a slick gadget gallery than a traditional car interior. For buyers after a fuss-free, tech-forward electric with plenty of grin factor and low running drama, it’s hard to beat—just don't be surprised when the car updates itself overnight.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
24500 - 36400 £
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Price
34300 - 50100 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.2 - 16.7 kWh
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Electric Range
133 km
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Electric Range
550 - 750 km
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
64.5 - 83 kWh
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co2
27 - 126 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1344 - 1657 kg
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Curb weight
1822 - 1929 kg
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Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
594 L
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Length
4368 mm
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Length
4720 - 4724 mm
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Width
1799 mm
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Width
1850 mm
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Height
1442 - 1460 mm
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Height
1431 - 1440 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1301 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
473 - 521 kg
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Payload
303 - 333 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 272 HP
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Power HP
283 - 460 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.1 s
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Max Speed
197 - 220 km/h
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Max Speed
201 - 262 km/h
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Torque
220 - 360 Nm
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Torque
420 - 660 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
85 - 200 kW
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Power kW
208 - 338 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
SEAT
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Brand
Tesla
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The SEAT Leon is available as Front-Wheel Drive.