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Mazda 3 Hatchback vs SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer comparison

Compare performance (186 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (24,500 £ vs 26,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Hatchback or SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer?

Mazda 3 Hatchback vs SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer: Key differences

Mazda 3 Hatchback

  • very slightly cheaper
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SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

  • markedly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

3 Hatchback

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mazda 3 Hatchback is very slightly cheaper – starting at 24,500 £ , while the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer costs 26,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,672 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer uses 1.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mazda 3 Hatchback 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 markedly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 86 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.9 s, while the Mazda 3 Hatchback takes 8 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer delivers noticeably more torque with 360 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

3 Hatchback

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, SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer is only slightly lighter – 1,384 kg compared to 1,419 kg. The difference is around 35 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer offers substantially more boot space – 620 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 269 L.

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

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer is decisively ahead 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
Mazda 3 Hatchback
SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

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Dimensions and Body

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Mazda 3 Hatchback

The Mazda 3 hatchback blends elegant design with a surprisingly sporty drive, giving a cabin that feels more upscale than you’d expect for the segment. Practical enough for everyday life yet eager to entertain behind the wheel, it’s a smart, good-humored choice that makes even grocery runs feel like a mini escape.

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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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Mazda 3 Hatchback
SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

Costs and Consumption

Price
24,500 - 35,500 £
Price
26,200 - 38,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 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
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
126 - 146 g/km
co2
28 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,419 - 1,549 kg
Curb weight
1,384 - 1,708 kg
Trunk capacity
351 L
Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 - 485 kg
Payload
422 - 569 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Power HP
115 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Mazda
Brand
SEAT
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