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Kia Sorento vs SEAT Leon – Which model is better for everyday use?

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

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

SEAT Leon has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24500 £, while the Kia Sorento costs 46000 £. That’s a price difference of around 21566 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: SEAT Leon manages with 1.20 L and is therefore evident more efficient than the Kia Sorento with 1.60 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.

As for range, the SEAT Leon performs significantly better – achieving up to 133 km, about 78 km more than the Kia Sorento.

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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 has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 272 HP compared to 252 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the SEAT Leon is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 7.70 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8.80 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the SEAT Leon performs slight better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Kia Sorento tops out at 201 km/h. The difference is around 19 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Kia Sorento pulls somewhat stronger with 440 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Kia Sorento offers noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, SEAT Leon is noticeable lighter – 1344 kg compared to 1854 kg. The difference is around 510 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Sorento offers significantly more room – 705 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 325 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Sorento performs evident better – up to 2100 L, which is about 799 L more than the SEAT Leon.

When it comes to payload, Kia Sorento clearly perceptible takes the win – 684 kg compared to 521 kg. That’s a difference of about 163 kg.

Who wins the race?

The SEAT Leon proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
SEAT Leon is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £24,500
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SEAT Leon

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 5.5 L
  • Electric Range : 133 km
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Kia Sorento

The Kia Sorento is a versatile SUV that seamlessly blends style and practicality, making it an appealing choice for families and adventurers alike. With its spacious interior and thoughtful design features, it ensures a comfortable driving experience on both urban roads and country excursions. Additionally, the Sorento offers a suite of advanced safety technologies, enhancing peace of mind for its passengers.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
46000 - 59300 £
Price
24500 - 36400 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 7.2 L
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
55 km
Electric Range
133 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
37 - 174 g/km
co2
27 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
47 - 67 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1854 - 2105 kg
Curb weight
1344 - 1657 kg
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
4810 - 4815 mm
Length
4368 mm
Width
1900 mm
Width
1799 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1442 - 1460 mm
Max trunk capacity
1988 - 2100 L
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1301 L
Payload
455 - 684 kg
Payload
473 - 521 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
194 - 252 HP
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
183 - 201 km/h
Max Speed
197 - 220 km/h
Torque
367 - 440 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
142 - 185 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1598 - 2151 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3

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

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What drivetrain options does the Kia Sorento have?

The Kia Sorento is available as All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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