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Hyundai i20 vs SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer comparison

Compare performance (90 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (18,800 £ vs 26,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i20 or SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer?

Hyundai i20 vs SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer: Key differences

Hyundai i20

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  • clearly cheaper
  • visibly lighter
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SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

  • significantly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

i20

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Hyundai i20 is clearly cheaper – starting at 18,800 £ , while the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer costs 26,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,406 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer uses 1.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Hyundai i20 with 5.7 L/100km. The difference is about 4.4 L/100km.

Leon SP Sportstourer

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 SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer offers significantly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 182 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.9 s, while the Hyundai i20 takes 11.5 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer delivers considerably more torque with 360 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 188 Nm more.

i20

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai i20 is visibly lighter – 1,145 kg compared to 1,384 kg. The difference is around 239 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer offers considerably more boot space – 620 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 268 L.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer carries somewhat more – 569 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 104 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer holds a decisive overall lead 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 £26,200
Leon SP Sportstourer

SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 115 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.3 - 5.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 131 km
Hyundai i20
SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

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Dimensions and Body

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Hyundai i20

The Hyundai i20 is a cheeky small car that mixes smart styling with sensible practicality, feeling more polished and roomy than you might expect for the money. It’s an easy car to live with, offering engaging handling, a comfy cabin and useful equipment that make daily commutes and weekend errands notably less dull.

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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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Hyundai i20
SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

Costs and Consumption

Price
18,800 - 24,400 £
Price
26,200 - 38,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
131 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
128 - 129 g/km
co2
28 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,145 - 1,170 kg
Curb weight
1,384 - 1,708 kg
Trunk capacity
352 L
Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 - 465 kg
Payload
422 - 569 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
90 HP
Power HP
115 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 12.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
172 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
66 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
SEAT
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