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SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer vs Toyota Corolla comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (26,200 £ vs 28,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer or Toyota Corolla?

SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer vs Toyota Corolla: Key differences

SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

  • only slightly cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • barely lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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Toyota Corolla

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  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

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 only slightly cheaper – starting at 26,200 £ , while the Toyota Corolla costs 28,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,357 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer uses 1.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Toyota Corolla with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 L/100km.

Corolla

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 noticeably more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 94 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer takes 7.9 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

Leon SP Sportstourer

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer is barely lighter – 1,384 kg compared to 1,420 kg. The difference is around 36 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer offers substantially more boot space – 620 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 259 L.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer carries noticeably more – 569 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 119 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer is decisively ahead 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
SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer
Toyota Corolla

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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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Toyota Corolla

The Corolla is a reliable, no-nonsense compact car known for its practicality and composed ride. It’s economical to run, easy to maintain, and suits daily commuting while holding its value well.

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SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer
Toyota Corolla

Costs and Consumption

Price
26,200 - 38,300 £
Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
131 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 128 g/km
co2
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,384 - 1,708 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
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Length
4,370 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Height
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Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Payload
422 - 569 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 272 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
SEAT
Brand
Toyota
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