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Mazda 3 Sedan vs SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer comparison

Compare performance (186 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (25,000 £ vs 26,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Sedan or SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer?

Mazda 3 Sedan vs SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer: Key differences

Mazda 3 Sedan

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  • very slightly cheaper
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SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

  • noticeably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

3 Sedan

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mazda 3 Sedan is very slightly cheaper – starting at 25,000 £ , while the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer costs 26,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,243 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer uses 1.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mazda 3 Sedan with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 4.2 L/100km.

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 offers noticeably 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 Sedan takes 8.1 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

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

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, SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer is only slightly lighter – 1,384 kg compared to 1,420 kg. The difference is around 36 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer offers visibly more boot space – 620 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 170 L.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer carries moderately more – 569 kg compared to 481 kg. That’s a difference of about 88 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer is far ahead overall 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 Sedan
SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

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Mazda 3 Sedan

The Mazda 3 Sedan dresses like a compact premium car, with sculpted lines and an interior that punches well above its class. It rewards drivers with eager handling and a composed, comfortable ride that turns routine runs into something a bit more enjoyable — proof that style and substance can share the same key.

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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 Sedan
SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

Costs and Consumption

Price
25,000 - 34,200 £
Price
26,200 - 38,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6.1 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
123 - 135 g/km
co2
28 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,492 kg
Curb weight
1,384 - 1,708 kg
Trunk capacity
450 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
467 - 481 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
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Power HP
115 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 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
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Mazda
Brand
SEAT
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