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SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer vs VW Amarok comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (26,200 £ vs 43,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer or VW Amarok?

SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer vs VW Amarok: Key differences

SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

  • significantly cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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VW Amarok

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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Leon SP Sportstourer

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer is significantly cheaper – starting at 26,200 £ , while the VW Amarok costs 43,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,017 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer uses 1.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the VW Amarok with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 7.3 L/100km.

Amarok

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer offers slightly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 240 HP. That’s roughly 32 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.9 s, while the VW Amarok takes 8.8 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Amarok delivers visibly more torque with 600 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 240 Nm more.

Leon SP Sportstourer

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer is clearly lighter – 1,384 kg compared to 2,262 kg. The difference is around 878 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Amarok carries considerably more – 983 kg compared to 569 kg. That’s a difference of about 414 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer 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.

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
VW Amarok

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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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VW Amarok

The VW Amarok is a surprisingly refined pickup that blends rugged capability with car-like comfort, feeling equally at home on a worksite or a weekend escape. Practical, well‑mannered and a little bit charismatic, it’s a smart choice for buyers who need honest utility without sacrificing everyday drivability — and yes, it can be oddly addictive to drive.

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SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer
VW Amarok

Costs and Consumption

Price
26,200 - 38,300 £
Price
43,200 - 64,100 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 10.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
131 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 128 g/km
co2
226 - 270 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,384 - 1,708 kg
Curb weight
2,262 - 2,423 kg
Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
5,350 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,910 mm
Height
-
Height
1,871 - 1,884 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
422 - 569 kg
Payload
883 - 983 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 272 HP
Power HP
170 - 240 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Torque
405 - 600 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Power kW
125 - 177 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,993 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
SEAT
Brand
VW
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