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BMW 1 Series vs SEAT Leon - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (300 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (28800 £ vs 24500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 1 Series or SEAT Leon?

BMW 1 Series

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SEAT Leon

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

SEAT Leon has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24500 £, while the BMW 1 Series costs 28800 £. That’s a price difference of around 4346 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: SEAT Leon manages with 1.20 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the BMW 1 Series with 4.30 L. The difference is about 3.10 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 1 Series has a minimal edge – offering 300 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 1 Series is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the SEAT Leon takes 7.70 s. That’s about 2.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW 1 Series performs somewhat better – reaching 250 km/h, while the SEAT Leon tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 1 Series pulls barely noticeable stronger with 400 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, SEAT Leon is barely noticeable lighter – 1344 kg compared to 1465 kg. The difference is around 121 kg.

In terms of boot space, the offers more room – compared to . That’s a difference of about .

In maximum load capacity, the SEAT Leon performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1301 L, which is about 101 L more than the BMW 1 Series.

When it comes to payload, SEAT Leon slight takes the win – 521 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 11 kg.

Who wins the race?

The SEAT Leon proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
SEAT Leon is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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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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BMW 1 Series

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The BMW 1 Series is a compact premium hatchback that injects a proper sense of driving fun into everyday life, with sharp handling and a cabin that punches above its class. It’s a great pick for buyers who want sporty manners without losing practicality, and yes, you’ll still get that unmistakable BMW grin behind the wheel.

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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
28800 - 51100 £
Price
24500 - 36400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L
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
19.70 kWh
co2
112 - 173 g/km
co2
27 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
49 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1465 - 1625 kg
Curb weight
1344 - 1657 kg
Trunk capacity
300 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
4361 mm
Length
4368 mm
Width
1800 mm
Width
1799 mm
Height
1459 mm
Height
1442 - 1460 mm
Max trunk capacity
1135 - 1200 L
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1301 L
Payload
475 - 510 kg
Payload
473 - 521 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
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
122 - 300 HP
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
197 - 220 km/h
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
BMW
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SEAT

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What drive types are available for the BMW 1 Series?

The BMW 1 Series is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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