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SEAT Leon vs Kia Seltos comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (24,800 £ vs 29,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Leon or Kia Seltos?

SEAT Leon vs Kia Seltos: Key differences

SEAT Leon

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
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Kia Seltos

  • visibly 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

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 is moderately cheaper – starting at 24,800 £ , while the Kia Seltos costs 29,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,500 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon uses 1.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Kia Seltos with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 5.7 L/100km.

Seltos

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the SEAT Leon offers clearly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 92 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SEAT Leon is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 7.7 s, while the Kia Seltos takes 8.8 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SEAT Leon delivers visibly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 95 Nm more.

Leon

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, SEAT Leon is slightly lighter – 1,344 kg compared to 1,515 kg. The difference is around 171 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Seltos offers visibly more boot space – 536 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 156 L.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Leon carries barely more – 521 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 26 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Leon is far ahead overall 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 £24,800
Leon

SEAT Leon

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
  • Transmission Manual, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.2 - 5.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range 133 km
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SEAT Leon

SEAT Leon pairs sharp, modern styling with a cabin that's sensible and slightly sporty, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want flair without fuss. It drives with eager composure and offers a neat balance of comfort and agility, so you get everyday usability with a wink of fun.

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Reviews SEAT Leon

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Mechanically the car is fairly well built, apart from the rear axle.
The air conditioning is effective and visibility is good, while the FR setup paired with the 18" wheels, in my view, hurts comfort — getting in and out can be awkward. Once on board, though, the seats are very comfortable. The infotainment is comprehensive, with a generously sized screen and full-link smartphone connectivity; the factory sat-nav does what it can, but obviously Maps is superior in every way.
All in all, a fun/sporty car that also winks at family life thanks to a roomy boot and modest fuel consumption.

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The Kia Seltos is a stylish and practical compact SUV that balances urban-friendly dimensions with a confident road presence. Inside it feels thoughtfully laid out with comfortable seating and a composed ride that suits daily driving and light adventure.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
24,800 - 36,800 £
Price
29,300 - 38,900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
133 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
28 - 126 g/km
co2
156 - 169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,344 - 1,657 kg
Curb weight
1,515 - 1,620 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
536 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
473 - 521 kg
Payload
485 - 495 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission
Manual, 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
116 - 272 HP
Power HP
180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Torque
265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Power kW
132 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
SEAT
Brand
Kia
Is the SEAT Leon offered with different drivetrains?

The SEAT Leon is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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