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Honda HR-V vs SEAT Leon comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (29,700 £ vs 24,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda HR-V or SEAT Leon?

Honda HR-V vs SEAT Leon: Key differences

Honda HR-V

4.2 (14 Reviews)
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Overall, owners tend to find the Honda HR‑V a practical, reliable and economical compact SUV that’s easy to live with in town and for family duties, offering predictable handling and a comfortable ride. Common positives include good fuel economy, roomy/intuive packaging and reassuring manners; common negatives some owners mention are noticeable noise under brisk acceleration or low‑speed maneuvers and a tendency to feel underpowered on sustained highway runs. So while feedback is broadly favorable for city and everyday use, opinions are more mixed on long‑distance refinement — worth a motorway run during your test drive if that’s your regular terrain.

SEAT Leon

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
  • a bit more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

HR-V

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 is clearly cheaper – starting at 24,500 £ , while the Honda HR-V costs 29,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,288 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon uses 1.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Honda HR-V with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 4.2 L/100km.

Leon

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 offers considerably more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 141 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SEAT Leon is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.7 s, while the Honda HR-V takes 10.6 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SEAT Leon delivers visibly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 107 Nm more.

HR-V

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 terms of curb weight, SEAT Leon is very slightly lighter – 1,344 kg compared to 1,452 kg. The difference is around 108 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SEAT Leon offers a bit more boot space – 380 L compared to 319 L. That’s a difference of about 61 L.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Leon carries moderately more – 521 kg compared to 418 kg. That’s a difference of about 103 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Leon is clearly superior 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 £24,500
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
Honda HR-V
SEAT Leon

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Honda HR-V

The Honda HR-V is the sensible compact crossover that blends roomy practicality with a composed, friendly drive, making it an easy pick for buyers who want everyday usability without fuss. It won’t thrill hardcore enthusiasts, but its clever packaging, comfortable cabin and low-key styling make life simpler — and that’s exactly the point.

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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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Honda HR-V
SEAT Leon

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,700 - 35,400 £
Price
24,500 - 36,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
133 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
122 g/km
co2
27 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,452 kg
Curb weight
1,344 - 1,657 kg
Trunk capacity
319 L
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
-
Length
4,368 mm
Width
-
Width
1,799 mm
Height
-
Height
1,442 - 1,460 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,187 - 1,301 L
Payload
418 kg
Payload
473 - 521 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
131 HP
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
197 - 220 km/h
Torque
253 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Honda
Brand
SEAT
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