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Audi Q7 vs SEAT Leon comparison

Compare performance (507 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (70,600 £ vs 24,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q7 or SEAT Leon?

Audi Q7 vs SEAT Leon: Key differences

Audi Q7

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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SEAT Leon

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • clearly 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

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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 is substantially cheaper – starting at 24,800 £ , while the Audi Q7 costs 70,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 45,823 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon uses 1.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Audi Q7 with 3.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.

As for electric range, the SEAT Leon offers visibly more range – reaching up to 133 km, about 51 km more than the Audi Q7.

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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 Q7 offers considerably more power – delivering 507 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 235 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q7 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the SEAT Leon takes 7.7 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q7 delivers significantly more torque with 770 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 410 Nm more.

Q7

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Audi Q7 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, SEAT Leon is clearly lighter – 1,344 kg compared to 2,055 kg. The difference is around 711 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q7 offers clearly more boot space – 887 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 507 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q7 carries significantly more – 885 kg compared to 521 kg. That’s a difference of about 364 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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The Audi Q7 cuts an imposing figure on the road, balancing restrained luxury with a spacious, tech-rich cabin that makes long journeys feel effortless. It rides with confident composure and polished manners, so if you want a premium family SUV that feels grown-up and worth the badge, the Q7 is a persuasive choice — even the in-laws will be impressed.

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Reviews Audi Q7

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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A.B.
24 Mar 2026, 11:45:19

Constant faults with the touch door opening, the trunk, sign-reading and the front obstacle sensors. The service repaired it under warranty five times — they replaced wiring harnesses, a sensor, uploaded software — and then gave up. They told me they don’t know what else to do. That’s the customer care at a German premium brand. A car worth over 400,000 and they tell the customer they don’t know what to do. I paid the final installment and I’m giving the car back to them. I’m taking a Chinese BYD Seal U DM-i plug-in hybrid with better equipment for 165k after a discount from 225k. With that attitude to customers and those high prices, the Germans will have fewer and fewer people interested in their cars — but they’ve only got themselves to blame!!!

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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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4.4 (2 Reviews)
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4 Jan 2026, 21:30:20

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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Costs and Consumption
Price
70,600 - 100,600 £
Price
24,800 - 36,800 £
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 11.9 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
81 - 82 km
Electric Range
133 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
86 - 271 g/km
co2
28 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,055 - 2,460 kg
Curb weight
1,344 - 1,657 kg
Trunk capacity
563 - 887 L
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,970 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
640 - 885 kg
Payload
473 - 521 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 507 HP
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 770 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
170 - 373 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
SEAT
Is the Audi Q7 offered with different drivetrains?

The Audi Q7 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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