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SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer vs Subaru BRZ comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 235 HP), boot space and price (26,200 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer or Subaru BRZ?

SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer vs Subaru BRZ: Key differences

SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

  • noticeably cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • substantially more trunk space
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Subaru BRZ

  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Leon SP Sportstourer

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 noticeably cheaper – starting at 26,200 £ , while the Subaru BRZ costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,771 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer uses 1.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 7.5 L/100km.

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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 SP Sportstourer offers slightly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 235 HP. That’s roughly 37 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru BRZ is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer takes 7.9 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer delivers noticeably more torque with 360 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm more.

Leon SP Sportstourer

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is barely lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,384 kg. The difference is around 109 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer offers substantially more boot space – 620 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 383 L.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer carries visibly more – 569 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 165 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

from £26,200
Leon SP Sportstourer

SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid, Diesel
  • Transmission Manual, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 115 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.3 - 5.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 131 km
SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer
Subaru BRZ

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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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Subaru BRZ

The Subaru BRZ is a pure driver's car — lightweight, balanced and joyfully communicative, turning every twisty back road into an invitation to grin. It doesn’t hide behind flashy tech or brute power; instead it delivers razor-sharp handling and honest feedback, making it a brilliant choice for anyone who wants driving to feel like fun again.

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SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer
Subaru BRZ

Costs and Consumption

Price
26,200 - 38,300 £
Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
131 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 128 g/km
co2
199 - 200 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,384 - 1,708 kg
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
237 L
Length
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Length
4,265 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
-
Height
1,310 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
422 - 569 kg
Payload
395 - 404 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 272 HP
Power HP
235 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Power kW
172 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
SEAT
Brand
Subaru
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