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Ford Kuga vs SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer – Which car suits you better?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Ford Kuga or SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer fits your lifestyle better.

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

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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 SP Sportstourer has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25800 £, while the Ford Kuga costs 34200 £. That’s a price difference of around 8408 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer manages with 1.20 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Ford Kuga with 2.80 L. The difference is about 1.60 L per 100 km.

As for range, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer performs convincingly better – achieving up to 131 km, about 63 km more than the Ford Kuga.

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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 SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer has a somewhat edge – offering 272 HP compared to 243 HP. That’s roughly 29 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Kuga is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 7.30 s, while the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer takes 7.90 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer performs slight better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Ford Kuga tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 360 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer is somewhat lighter – 1384 kg compared to 1526 kg. The difference is around 142 kg.

In terms of boot space, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer offers evident more room – 620 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 208 L.

In maximum load capacity, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer performs minimal better – up to 1600 L, which is about 66 L more than the Ford Kuga.

When it comes to payload, SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer slight takes the win – 569 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 19 kg.

Who wins the race?

The SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £25,800
Leon SP Sportstourer @ SEAT S.A. / SEAT Media Center

SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 5.6 L
  • Electric Range : 131 km
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Ford Kuga

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The Kuga is Ford’s adaptable family SUV that blends usable space with a surprisingly lively driving character, making daily commutes and weekend escapes equally enjoyable. With smart interior packaging, an easy-to-use infotainment setup and composed road manners, it’s a sensible choice for buyers who want a bit of fun without the fuss.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
34200 - 46300 £
Price
25800 - 37900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
68 km
Electric Range
131 km
Battery Capacity
1.1 - 14.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
55 - 154 g/km
co2
28 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1526 - 1859 kg
Curb weight
1384 - 1708 kg
Trunk capacity
412 L
Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
Length
4604 - 4645 mm
Length
4642 mm
Width
1882 mm
Width
1799 mm
Height
1673 - 1681 mm
Height
1437 - 1456 mm
Max trunk capacity
1534 L
Max trunk capacity
1450 - 1600 L
Payload
541 - 550 kg
Payload
422 - 569 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 243 HP
Power HP
115 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
195 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
197 - 220 km/h
Torque
240 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
111 - 178 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1496 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Ford
Brand
SEAT

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What drivetrain options does the Ford Kuga have?

The Ford Kuga is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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