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Audi A4 Avant vs SEAT Leon comparison

Compare performance (470 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (37,200 £ vs 24,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Avant or SEAT Leon?

Audi A4 Avant vs SEAT Leon: Key differences

Audi A4 Avant

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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SEAT Leon

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • slightly lighter
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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

A4 Avant

Costs and Efficiency:

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 is considerably cheaper – starting at 24,500 £ , while the Audi A4 Avant costs 37,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,788 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon uses 1.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Audi A4 Avant with 4.8 L/100km. The difference is about 3.6 L/100km.

Leon

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 Audi A4 Avant offers considerably more power – delivering 470 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 198 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A4 Avant is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the SEAT Leon takes 7.7 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Audi A4 Avant is noticeably faster – reaching 300 km/h, while the SEAT Leon tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A4 Avant delivers markedly more torque with 600 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 240 Nm more.

A4 Avant

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, SEAT Leon is slightly lighter – 1,344 kg compared to 1,595 kg. The difference is around 251 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A4 Avant offers noticeably more boot space – 495 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Audi A4 Avant offers somewhat more capacity – up to 1,495 L, about 194 L more than the SEAT Leon.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A4 Avant carries very slightly more – 565 kg compared to 521 kg. That’s a difference of about 44 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 £24,500
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
Audi A4 Avant
SEAT Leon

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Audi A4 Avant

The Audi A4 Avant blends elegant, understated styling with practical estate versatility, making it a polished choice for drivers who want both poise and generous cargo space. Inside, the cabin feels premium and tech-forward while the composed driving manners turn routine journeys into a quietly satisfying experience—exactly the sensible indulgence buyers will appreciate.

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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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Audi A4 Avant
SEAT Leon

Costs and Consumption

Price
37,200 - 122,500 £
Price
24,500 - 36,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
133 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
126 - 220 g/km
co2
27 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,595 - 1,820 kg
Curb weight
1,344 - 1,657 kg
Trunk capacity
495 L
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
4,750 - 4,782 mm
Length
4,368 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,866 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Height
1,428 - 1,493 mm
Height
1,442 - 1,460 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,495 L
Max trunk capacity
1,187 - 1,301 L
Payload
510 - 565 kg
Payload
473 - 521 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 470 HP
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
210 - 300 km/h
Max Speed
197 - 220 km/h
Torque
270 - 600 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 346 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,894 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
SEAT
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