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Vauxhall Astra vs SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer comparison

Compare performance (196 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (28,300 £ vs 26,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Astra or SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer?

Vauxhall Astra vs SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer: Key differences

Vauxhall Astra

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  • significantly more electric range
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

  • barely cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • barely lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Astra

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 is barely cheaper – starting at 26,200 £ , while the Vauxhall Astra costs 28,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,057 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer uses 1.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Vauxhall Astra with 2.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.9 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Vauxhall Astra offers significantly more range – reaching up to 454 km, about 323 km more than the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer.

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 visibly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 196 HP. That’s roughly 76 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Astra is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer takes 7.9 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

Both models offer the same torque – 360 Nm.

Astra

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 barely lighter – 1,384 kg compared to 1,438 kg. The difference is around 54 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer offers noticeably more boot space – 620 L compared to 422 L. That’s a difference of about 198 L.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer carries moderately more – 569 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 67 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer has the upper hand 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
Vauxhall Astra
SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

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Vauxhall Astra

The Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.

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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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Vauxhall Astra
SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

Costs and Consumption

Price
28,300 - 37,900 £
Price
26,200 - 38,300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
83 - 454 km
Electric Range
131 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 130 g/km
co2
28 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,438 - 1,733 kg
Curb weight
1,384 - 1,708 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 422 L
Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
438 - 502 kg
Payload
422 - 569 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 196 HP
Power HP
115 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
SEAT
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