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Audi A4 Avant vs SEAT Leon - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (470 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (37200 £ vs 24500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Avant or SEAT Leon?

Audi A4 Avant

SEAT Leon

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

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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 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24500 £, while the Audi A4 Avant costs 37200 £. That’s a price difference of around 12788 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: SEAT Leon manages with 1.20 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Audi A4 Avant with 4.80 L. The difference is about 3.60 L per 100 km.

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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 has a convincingly edge – offering 470 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 198 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A4 Avant is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the SEAT Leon takes 7.70 s. That’s about 4 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A4 Avant performs distinct better – 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: Audi A4 Avant pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 600 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 240 Nm difference.

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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.

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In curb weight, SEAT Leon is somewhat lighter – 1344 kg compared to 1595 kg. The difference is around 251 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A4 Avant offers distinct more room – 495 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Audi A4 Avant performs to a small extent better – up to 1495 L, which is about 194 L more than the SEAT Leon.

When it comes to payload, Audi A4 Avant barely noticeable takes the win – 565 kg compared to 521 kg. That’s a difference of about 44 kg.

Who wins the race?

The SEAT Leon proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
SEAT Leon is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £24,500
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SEAT Leon

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 5.5 L
  • Electric Range : 133 km
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Audi A4 Avant
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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
37200 - 122500 £
Price
24500 - 36400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 9.7 L
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
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
19.70 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
1595 - 1820 kg
Curb weight
1344 - 1657 kg
Trunk capacity
495 L
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
4750 - 4782 mm
Length
4368 mm
Width
1842 - 1866 mm
Width
1799 mm
Height
1428 - 1493 mm
Height
1442 - 1460 mm
Max trunk capacity
1495 L
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1301 L
Payload
510 - 565 kg
Payload
473 - 521 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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
1968 - 2894 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3

General
Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
SEAT

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What drivetrain options does the Audi A4 Avant have?

The Audi A4 Avant is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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