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BMW 3 Series Saloon vs SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (39,900 £ vs 26,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Saloon or SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer?

BMW 3 Series Saloon vs SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer: Key differences

BMW 3 Series Saloon

  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • a bit lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

3 Series Saloon

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 SP Sportstourer is clearly cheaper – starting at 26,200 £ , while the BMW 3 Series Saloon costs 39,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,722 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer uses 1.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the BMW 3 Series Saloon with 2.4 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 131 km, about 30 km more than the BMW 3 Series Saloon.

Leon SP Sportstourer

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 BMW 3 Series Saloon offers clearly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 258 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer takes 7.9 s. That’s about 4.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 3 Series Saloon delivers clearly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 340 Nm more.

3 Series Saloon

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, SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer is a bit lighter – 1,384 kg compared to 1,575 kg. The difference is around 191 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer offers clearly more boot space – 620 L compared to 480 L. That’s a difference of about 140 L.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer carries slightly more – 569 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 74 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 3 Series Saloon shows a few small advantages 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 £39,900
3 Series Saloon

BMW 3 Series Saloon

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 96 - 101 km
BMW 3 Series Saloon
SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW 3 Series Saloon

The BMW 3 Series saloon is a driver's car in a suit, blending poised handling with a cabin that feels more premium than its practicality suggests. It’s composed enough for daily duties yet playful enough to keep weekend drives interesting, making it a sensible choice for buyers who still want to have fun.

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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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BMW 3 Series Saloon
SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,900 - 92,200 £
Price
26,200 - 38,300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
96 - 101 km
Electric Range
131 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
54 - 227 g/km
co2
28 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
Curb weight
1,384 - 1,708 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Height
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Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
405 - 495 kg
Payload
422 - 569 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 530 HP
Power HP
115 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 700 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
110 - 390 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General

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