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SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer vs VW Passat comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (25,800 £ vs 36,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer or VW Passat?

SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer vs VW Passat: Key differences

SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

  • considerably cheaper
  • moderately lighter
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VW Passat

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • only slightly more electric range
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer is considerably cheaper – starting at 25,800 £ , while the VW Passat costs 36,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,628 £.

Both cars consume an average of 1.2 L/100km – no difference here.

As for electric range, the VW Passat offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 135 km, about 4 km more than the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer.

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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.

Both models deliver identical power – 272 HP each.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Passat is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 7.1 s, while the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer takes 7.9 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW Passat is very slightly faster – reaching 225 km/h, while the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Passat delivers barely more torque with 400 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 40 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 moderately lighter – 1,384 kg compared to 1,573 kg. The difference is around 189 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Passat offers somewhat more boot space – 690 L compared to 620 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VW Passat offers marginally more capacity – up to 1,770 L, about 170 L more than the SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer.

When it comes to payload, the VW Passat carries marginally more – 577 kg compared to 569 kg. That’s a difference of about 8 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer holds a slight edge 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 £25,800
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 : 1.2 - 5.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 131 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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Reviews SEAT Leon SP Sportstourer

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VW Passat

The VW Passat is the grown-up family car that gets the basics absolutely right — roomy, comfortable and built to handle weekday commutes and weekend getaways without fuss. It won't set your pulse racing, but its calm composure and sensible packaging make it boring in the best possible way: a dependable, no‑drama choice for buyers who value practicality over flash.

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Sjaak
5 Dec 2025, 19:42:23

Spacious car that drives nicely and keeps its value for a long time.

Jack
5 Dec 2025, 15:24:16

Pleasant to drive, roomy and solid. The hybrid version is also very economical.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
25,800 - 37,900 £
Price
36,500 - 58,500 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
131 km
Electric Range
124 - 135 km
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
28 - 128 g/km
co2
28 - 153 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,384 - 1,708 kg
Curb weight
1,573 - 1,858 kg
Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
4,642 mm
Length
4,917 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,849 mm
Height
1,437 - 1,456 mm
Height
1,521 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,450 - 1,600 L
Max trunk capacity
1,770 L
Payload
422 - 569 kg
Payload
501 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 272 HP
Power HP
122 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
197 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
220 - 225 km/h
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Power kW
90 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, 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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