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Kia Stonic vs SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer comparison

Compare performance (115 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (20,400 £ vs 26,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Stonic or SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer?

Kia Stonic vs SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer: Key differences

Kia Stonic

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • slightly lighter
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SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

  • clearly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly 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

Stonic

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia Stonic is visibly cheaper – starting at 20,400 £ , while the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer costs 26,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,829 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer uses 1.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Kia Stonic with 5.6 L/100km. The difference is about 4.3 L/100km.

Leon SP Sportstourer

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 SP Sportstourer offers clearly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 157 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 Kia Stonic takes 10.7 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer delivers substantially more torque with 360 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm more.

Stonic

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 terms of curb weight, Kia Stonic is slightly lighter – 1,205 kg compared to 1,384 kg. The difference is around 179 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer offers significantly 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 clearly more – 569 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 124 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
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18 Mar 2026, 07:19:10

Very good car, uses little fuel, nothing's gone wrong in 4 years, no breakdowns.

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Ennio
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I'm very satisfied — I have a Stonic Black Edition hybrid, and I haven't had any problems after two years.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
20,400 - 26,800 £
Price
26,200 - 38,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 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
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Battery Capacity
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co2
126 - 128 g/km
co2
28 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,205 - 1,270 kg
Curb weight
1,384 - 1,708 kg
Trunk capacity
352 L
Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,760 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
440 - 445 kg
Payload
422 - 569 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 - 115 HP
Power HP
115 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.7 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
172 - 200 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
74 - 85 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
Kia
Brand
SEAT
Is the Kia Stonic offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia Stonic is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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