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SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer vs VW Golf comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 325 HP), boot space and price (26,200 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer or VW Golf?

SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer vs VW Golf: Key differences

SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

  • only slightly cheaper
  • visibly more trunk space
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VW Golf

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  • slightly more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Leon SP Sportstourer

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer is only slightly cheaper – starting at 26,200 £ , while the VW Golf costs 28,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,061 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Golf uses 1.1 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer with 1.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the VW Golf offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 143 km, about 12 km more than the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer.

Golf

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 VW Golf offers slightly more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 53 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer takes 7.9 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Golf delivers slightly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.

Leon SP Sportstourer

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW Golf is marginally lighter – 1,307 kg compared to 1,384 kg. The difference is around 77 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer offers visibly more boot space – 620 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 239 L.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer carries slightly more – 569 kg compared to 508 kg. That’s a difference of about 61 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Golf 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.

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Golf

VW Golf

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 325 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.1 - 7.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 131 - 143 km
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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
26,200 - 38,300 £
Price
28,300 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
131 km
Electric Range
131 - 143 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
28 - 128 g/km
co2
25 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,384 - 1,708 kg
Curb weight
1,307 - 1,662 kg
Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,789 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
422 - 569 kg
Payload
438 - 508 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 272 HP
Power HP
116 - 325 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Power kW
85 - 239 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F, B
Brand
SEAT
Brand
VW
Is the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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