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BMW 3 Series Touring vs SEAT Leon – Which model is better for everyday use?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether BMW 3 Series Touring or SEAT Leon fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

SEAT Leon has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24500 £, while the BMW 3 Series Touring costs 41100 £. That’s a price difference of around 16603 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: SEAT Leon manages with 1.20 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the BMW 3 Series Touring with 2.50 L. The difference is about 1.30 L per 100 km.

As for range, the SEAT Leon performs noticeable better – achieving up to 133 km, about 36 km more than the BMW 3 Series Touring.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 3 Series Touring has a clearly edge – offering 550 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 278 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Touring is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the SEAT Leon takes 7.70 s. That’s about 4.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW 3 Series Touring performs evident 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: BMW 3 Series Touring pulls significantly stronger with 700 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 340 Nm difference.

3 Series Touring @ BMW Group Press

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 curb weight, SEAT Leon is evident lighter – 1344 kg compared to 1650 kg. The difference is around 306 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW 3 Series Touring offers noticeable more room – 500 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 120 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW 3 Series Touring performs a bit better – up to 1510 L, which is about 209 L more than the SEAT Leon.

When it comes to payload, SEAT Leon minimal takes the win – 521 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 1 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BMW 3 Series Touring shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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3 Series Touring @ BMW Group Press

BMW 3 Series Touring

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 550 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.5 - 10.5 L
  • Electric Range : 91 - 97 km
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BMW 3 Series Touring

The BMW 3 Series Touring blends sporting poise with everyday practicality, wrapping sharp handling and a premium cabin into a wagon that actually makes errands feel enjoyable. It’s the kind of car that hides a family-hauler’s sense of duty beneath a driver's-car attitude — useful, classy, and just cheeky enough to make you smile on the open road.

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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
41100 - 131100 £
Price
24500 - 36400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 10.5 L
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
91 - 97 km
Electric Range
133 km
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
57 - 238 g/km
co2
27 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 59 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
1650 - 2025 kg
Curb weight
1344 - 1657 kg
Trunk capacity
410 - 500 L
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
4713 - 4801 mm
Length
4368 mm
Width
1827 - 1918 mm
Width
1799 mm
Height
1440 - 1448 mm
Height
1442 - 1460 mm
Max trunk capacity
1420 - 1510 L
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1301 L
Payload
405 - 520 kg
Payload
473 - 521 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 550 HP
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
213 - 300 km/h
Max Speed
197 - 220 km/h
Torque
250 - 700 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 405 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3

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

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Is the BMW 3 Series Touring offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW 3 Series Touring is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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