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Audi A3 Limousine vs SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer comparison

Compare performance (400 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (27,700 £ vs 25,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Limousine or SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer?

Audi A3 Limousine vs SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer: Key differences

Audi A3 Limousine

  • noticeably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter

SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

  • only slightly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • visibly more trunk space

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A3 Limousine

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer is only slightly cheaper – starting at 25,800 £ , while the Audi A3 Limousine costs 27,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,851 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer uses 1.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Audi A3 Limousine with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 3.2 L/100km.

Leon SP Sportstourer

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 Audi A3 Limousine offers noticeably more power – delivering 400 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 128 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Limousine is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer takes 7.9 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A3 Limousine delivers visibly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.

A3 Limousine

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A3 Limousine is marginally lighter – 1,360 kg compared to 1,384 kg. The difference is around 24 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer offers visibly more boot space – 620 L compared to 425 L. That’s a difference of about 195 L.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer carries moderately more – 569 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 89 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer 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 £25,800
Leon SP Sportstourer

SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 5.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 131 km
Audi A3 Limousine
SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Audi A3 Limousine

The Audi A3 sedan dresses up compact practicality in clean, premium lines, giving you the feel of an upscale small car with a proper boot. Inside it’s neat, driver-focused and nicely finished — a sensible, enjoyable daily companion that prefers poise over showy theatrics.

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SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

The SEAT Leon Sportstourer blends sporty hatchback looks with estate practicality, giving buyers a sleek wagon that doesn't look like it's trying too hard to be sensible. Its cabin feels modern and well thought‑out, with clever storage and a driving character that keeps the journey entertaining — a smart choice for families who don't want to surrender style for space.

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Audi A3 Limousine
SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,700 - 58,300 £
Price
25,800 - 37,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 9.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
131 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
115 - 208 g/km
co2
28 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,360 - 1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,384 - 1,708 kg
Trunk capacity
321 - 425 L
Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
Length
-
Length
4,642 mm
Width
1,816 - 1,851 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Height
-
Height
1,437 - 1,456 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,450 - 1,600 L
Payload
415 - 480 kg
Payload
422 - 569 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
115 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
197 - 220 km/h
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
SEAT
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