Compare performance (272 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (26,200 £ vs 57,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer or Land Rover Defender?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer is considerably cheaper – starting at 26,200 £ , while the Land Rover Defender costs 57,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,637 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer uses 1.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Land Rover Defender with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 4.7 L/100km.
As for electric range, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer offers substantially more range – reaching up to 131 km, about 83 km more than the Land Rover Defender.
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 Land Rover Defender offers considerably more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 363 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Defender is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer takes 7.9 s. That’s about 3.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Defender delivers clearly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 390 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Land Rover Defender offers more seats – 8 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer is considerably lighter – 1,384 kg compared to 2,300 kg. The difference is around 916 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Defender offers clearly more boot space – 786 L compared to 620 L. That’s a difference of about 166 L.
When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Defender carries clearly more – 819 kg compared to 569 kg. That’s a difference of about 250 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 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.
detailsThe Land Rover Defender looks like it could shrug off a weekend of serious off-road abuse while still turning heads on the high street. Inside it balances practical, no-nonsense utility with enough creature comforts to make daily driving feel less like an expedition and more like a stylish commute—rugged charm with civilized manners.
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Price
26,200 - 38,300 £
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Price
57,900 - 172,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 5.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 14.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
131 km
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Electric Range
48 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
28 - 128 g/km
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co2
135 - 324 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
Estate
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Body Type
Off-Roader
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Seats
5
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Seats
2 - 8
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,384 - 1,708 kg
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Curb weight
2,300 - 2,745 kg
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Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
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Trunk capacity
293 - 786 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,799 mm
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Width
2,008 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
422 - 569 kg
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Payload
494 - 819 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 272 HP
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Power HP
200 - 635 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 10.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
220 - 360 Nm
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Power kW
85 - 200 kW
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Power kW
147 - 467 kW
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,997 - 5,000 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
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Brand
SEAT
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Brand
Land Rover
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