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Kia Ceed Sportswagon vs SEAT Leon comparison

Compare performance (140 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (24,300 £ vs 24,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Ceed Sportswagon or SEAT Leon?

Kia Ceed Sportswagon vs SEAT Leon: Key differences

Kia Ceed Sportswagon

  • only slightly cheaper
  • marginally lighter
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SEAT Leon

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Ceed Sportswagon

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.

Kia Ceed Sportswagon is only slightly cheaper – starting at 24,300 £ , while the SEAT Leon costs 24,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 471 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon uses 1.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Kia Ceed Sportswagon with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 4.8 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 clearly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 132 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SEAT Leon is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.7 s, while the Kia Ceed Sportswagon takes 9.7 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

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

Ceed Sportswagon

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, Kia Ceed Sportswagon is marginally lighter – 1,335 kg compared to 1,344 kg. The difference is around 9 kg.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Leon carries only slightly more – 521 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 36 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Leon stands well ahead of its rival 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.

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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
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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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Mechanically the car is fairly well built, apart from the rear axle.
The air conditioning is effective and visibility is good, while the FR setup paired with the 18" wheels, in my view, hurts comfort — getting in and out can be awkward. Once on board, though, the seats are very comfortable. The infotainment is comprehensive, with a generously sized screen and full-link smartphone connectivity; the factory sat-nav does what it can, but obviously Maps is superior in every way.
All in all, a fun/sporty car that also winks at family life thanks to a roomy boot and modest fuel consumption.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
24,300 - 27,200 £
Price
24,800 - 36,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
133 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
137 - 146 g/km
co2
28 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,335 - 1,437 kg
Curb weight
1,344 - 1,657 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
463 - 485 kg
Payload
473 - 521 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 13.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,482 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Kia
Brand
SEAT
What drivetrain options does the Kia Ceed Sportswagon have?

The Kia Ceed Sportswagon is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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