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Vauxhall Corsa vs SEAT Leon comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (19,600 £ vs 24,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Corsa or SEAT Leon?

Vauxhall Corsa vs SEAT Leon: Key differences

Vauxhall Corsa

  • visibly cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • moderately lighter
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SEAT Leon

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately 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

Corsa

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Vauxhall Corsa is visibly cheaper – starting at 19,600 £ , while the SEAT Leon costs 24,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,185 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon uses 1.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Vauxhall Corsa with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 3.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Vauxhall Corsa offers clearly more range – reaching up to 429 km, about 296 km more than the SEAT Leon.

Leon

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the SEAT Leon offers significantly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 116 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SEAT Leon is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 7.7 s, while the Vauxhall Corsa takes 7.9 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SEAT Leon delivers clearly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

Corsa

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, Vauxhall Corsa is moderately lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 1,344 kg. The difference is around 169 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SEAT Leon offers moderately more boot space – 380 L compared to 309 L. That’s a difference of about 71 L.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Leon carries somewhat more – 521 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 76 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Leon 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.

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SEAT Leon

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 5.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 133 km
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Vauxhall Corsa

The Opel Corsa is a tidy little package that blends cheeky styling with sensible practicality, perfect for city streets and weekend escapes alike. It’s easy to live with, economical to run and just lively enough to make daily driving a bit more fun.

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SEAT Leon

SEAT Leon pairs sharp, modern styling with a cabin that's sensible and slightly sporty, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want flair without fuss. It drives with eager composure and offers a neat balance of comfort and agility, so you get everyday usability with a wink of fun.

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Mechanically the car is fairly well built, apart from the rear axle.
The air conditioning is effective and visibility is good, while the FR setup paired with the 18" wheels, in my view, hurts comfort — getting in and out can be awkward. Once on board, though, the seats are very comfortable. The infotainment is comprehensive, with a generously sized screen and full-link smartphone connectivity; the factory sat-nav does what it can, but obviously Maps is superior in every way.
All in all, a fun/sporty car that also winks at family life thanks to a roomy boot and modest fuel consumption.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
19,600 - 30,600 £
Price
24,800 - 36,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.2 - 15.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
357 - 429 km
Electric Range
133 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 116 g/km
co2
28 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,175 - 1,544 kg
Curb weight
1,344 - 1,657 kg
Trunk capacity
267 - 309 L
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,765 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
376 - 445 kg
Payload
473 - 521 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 156 HP
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
205 - 260 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
SEAT
What drive types are available for the Vauxhall Corsa?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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