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Kia Sportage vs SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (239 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (30200 £ vs 25800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sportage or SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer?

Kia Sportage

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

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

Sportage

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.

SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25800 £ , while the Kia Sportage costs 30200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4328 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer manages with 1.20 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Kia Sportage with 5 L. The difference is about 3.80 L per 100 km.

Leon SP Sportstourer

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 to a small extent edge – offering 272 HP compared to 239 HP. That’s roughly 33 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 7.90 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

In terms of top speed, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer performs slight better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Kia Sportage tops out at 203 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer pulls to a small extent stronger with 360 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm difference.

Sportage

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer is a bit lighter – 1384 kg compared to 1552 kg. The difference is around 168 kg.

In terms of boot space, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer offers slight more room – 620 L compared to 587 L. That’s a difference of about 33 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Sportage performs slight better – up to 1776 L, which is about 176 L more than the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer.

When it comes to payload, Kia Sportage slight takes the win – 580 kg compared to 569 kg. That’s a difference of about 11 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 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 Sportage
SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

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Kia Sportage

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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The Kia Sportage proves you don't have to choose between style and sensible family motoring, wrapping modern, confident looks around a roomy, well-equipped cabin. It's an easy car to live with — comfortable on daily runs, pleasantly engaging when you want a bit of fun, and kind to your wallet so you can keep smiling at the fuel pump.

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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 Sportage
SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

Costs and Consumption

Price
30200 - 43900 £
Price
25800 - 37900 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.9 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
132 - 180 g/km
co2
28 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1552 - 1733 kg
Curb weight
1384 - 1708 kg
Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
Length
4540 mm
Length
4642 mm
Width
1865 mm
Width
1799 mm
Height
1645 mm
Height
1437 - 1456 mm
Max trunk capacity
1715 - 1776 L
Max trunk capacity
1450 - 1600 L
Payload
543 - 580 kg
Payload
422 - 569 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 239 HP
Power HP
115 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
180 - 203 km/h
Max Speed
197 - 220 km/h
Torque
250 - 320 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
100 - 176 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3

General

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

The Kia Sportage is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.