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Kia Ceed Sportswagon vs SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (140 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (24300 £ vs 25800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Ceed Sportswagon or SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer?

Kia Ceed Sportswagon

SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

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

Ceed Sportswagon @ Kia Corporation

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia Ceed Sportswagon has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24300 £, while the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer costs 25800 £. That’s a price difference of around 1500 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer manages with 1.20 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Kia Ceed Sportswagon with 6 L. The difference is about 4.80 L per 100 km.

Leon SP Sportstourer @ SEAT S.A. / SEAT Media Center

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer has a convincingly edge – offering 272 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 132 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 7.90 s, while the Kia Ceed Sportswagon takes 9.70 s. That’s about 1.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer performs somewhat better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Kia Ceed Sportswagon tops out at 197 km/h. The difference is around 23 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 360 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 107 Nm difference.

Ceed Sportswagon @ Kia Corporation

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.

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In curb weight, Kia Ceed Sportswagon is hardly perceptible lighter – 1335 kg compared to 1384 kg. The difference is around 49 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Ceed Sportswagon offers hardly perceptible more room – 625 L compared to 620 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Ceed Sportswagon performs minimal better – up to 1694 L, which is about 94 L more than the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer.

When it comes to payload, SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer slightly takes the win – 569 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 84 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects 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.

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
Kia Ceed Sportswagon
SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

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Kia Ceed Sportswagon

The Kia Ceed Sportswagon is a sensible and surprisingly stylish family wagon that turns daily chores into a bit less of a grind. Practical, comfortable and packed with thoughtful touches where they matter, it’s a smart choice for buyers who want usefulness without sacrificing personality.

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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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Kia Ceed Sportswagon
SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer
Ceed Sportswagon @ Kia Corporation
Leon SP Sportstourer @ SEAT S.A. / SEAT Media Center

Costs and Consumption

Price
24300 - 29100 £
Price
25800 - 37900 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
131 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
137 - 146 g/km
co2
28 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1335 - 1437 kg
Curb weight
1384 - 1708 kg
Trunk capacity
512 - 625 L
Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
Length
4605 mm
Length
4642 mm
Width
1800 mm
Width
1799 mm
Height
1422 - 1465 mm
Height
1437 - 1456 mm
Max trunk capacity
1545 - 1694 L
Max trunk capacity
1450 - 1600 L
Payload
455 - 485 kg
Payload
422 - 569 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
115 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 13.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
Max Speed
197 - 220 km/h
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Kia
Brand
SEAT
Is the Kia Ceed Sportswagon offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia Ceed Sportswagon is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.