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SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer vs VW Golf Variant - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (272 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (25800 £ vs 26100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer or VW Golf Variant?

SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

VW Golf Variant

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

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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 has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25800 £, while the VW Golf Variant costs 26100 £. That’s a price difference of around 304 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer manages with 1.20 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the VW Golf Variant with 4.30 L. The difference is about 3.10 L per 100 km.

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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 Variant has a a bit edge – offering 333 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 61 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf Variant is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer takes 7.90 s. That’s about 3.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Golf Variant performs somewhat better – reaching 250 km/h, while the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Golf Variant pulls to a small extent stronger with 420 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

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In curb weight, VW Golf Variant is slight lighter – 1366 kg compared to 1384 kg. The difference is around 18 kg.

In terms of boot space, the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer offers hardly perceptible more room – 620 L compared to 611 L. That’s a difference of about 9 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Golf Variant performs barely noticeable better – up to 1642 L, which is about 42 L more than the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer.

When it comes to payload, SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer hardly perceptible takes the win – 569 kg compared to 547 kg. That’s a difference of about 22 kg.

Who wins the race?

The SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £25,800
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SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 5.6 L
  • Electric Range : 131 km
SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer
VW Golf Variant

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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 Golf Variant

The Golf Estate packs Volkswagen's familiar poise into a practical, grown-up estate that quietly makes everyday life easier without shouting for attention. It's clever, comfortable and roomy enough for weekend kit or family chaos, offering smart packaging and refined manners that make it a sensible and surprisingly stylish choice for buyers who need space but don't want a van.

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SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer
VW Golf Variant
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Costs and Consumption

Price
25800 - 37900 £
Price
26100 - 48700 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 8.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
131 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
28 - 128 g/km
co2
114 - 185 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1384 - 1708 kg
Curb weight
1366 - 1621 kg
Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
611 L
Length
4642 mm
Length
4631 - 4651 mm
Width
1799 mm
Width
1789 mm
Height
1437 - 1456 mm
Height
1462 - 1487 mm
Max trunk capacity
1450 - 1600 L
Max trunk capacity
1624 - 1642 L
Payload
422 - 569 kg
Payload
489 - 547 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 272 HP
Power HP
116 - 333 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
197 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
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 - 245 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G, F, C
Brand
SEAT
Brand
VW
Is the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer offered with different drivetrains?

The SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.