Compare performance (170 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (34,600 £ vs 26,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Trafic Bus or SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer is clearly cheaper – starting at 26,200 £ , while the Renault Trafic Bus costs 34,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,347 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer uses 1.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Renault Trafic Bus with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 5.5 L/100km.
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 SP Sportstourer offers visibly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.9 s, while the Renault Trafic Bus takes 10.6 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Trafic Bus delivers barely more torque with 380 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Renault Trafic Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer is substantially lighter – 1,384 kg compared to 2,031 kg. The difference is around 647 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Renault Trafic Bus carries significantly more – 982 kg compared to 569 kg. That’s a difference of about 413 kg.
The SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer is clearly superior 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.
The Renault Trafic is a practical people-carrier that prefers sensible space and smart flexibility to showroom gloss, making it a top pick for families, shuttle operators or anyone ferrying a crowd without fuss. It’s comfortable, economical in everyday running and blessedly uncomplicated — not the most glamorous vehicle, but brilliantly dependable when you need it to be.
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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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Price
34,600 - 54,400 £
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Price
26,200 - 38,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 5.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
131 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
179 - 189 g/km
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co2
28 - 128 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
8 - 9
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,031 - 2,352 kg
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Curb weight
1,384 - 1,708 kg
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Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,956 mm
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Width
1,799 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
718 - 982 kg
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Payload
422 - 569 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
110 - 170 HP
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Power HP
115 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 16.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 10.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
300 - 380 Nm
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Torque
220 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
81 - 125 kW
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Power kW
85 - 200 kW
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Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
SEAT
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