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SEAT Leon vs Vauxhall Astra comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 196 HP), boot space and price (24,500 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Leon or Vauxhall Astra?

SEAT Leon vs Vauxhall Astra: Key differences

SEAT Leon

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • barely lighter

Vauxhall Astra

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more electric range
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Leon

Costs and Efficiency:

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

SEAT Leon is a bit cheaper – starting at 24,500 £ , while the Vauxhall Astra costs 28,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,823 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon uses 1.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Vauxhall Astra with 2.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Vauxhall Astra offers considerably more range – reaching up to 454 km, about 321 km more than the SEAT Leon.

Astra

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 markedly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 196 HP. That’s roughly 76 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Astra is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the SEAT Leon takes 7.7 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

Both models offer the same torque – 360 Nm.

Leon

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, SEAT Leon is barely lighter – 1,344 kg compared to 1,438 kg. The difference is around 94 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Astra offers only slightly more boot space – 422 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 42 L.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Leon carries marginally more – 521 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 19 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Leon is barely 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.

from £24,500
Leon

SEAT Leon

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, 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

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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4 Jan 2026, 21:30:20

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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Vauxhall Astra

The Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.

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Reviews Vauxhall Astra

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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SEAT Leon
Vauxhall Astra

Costs and Consumption
Price
24,500 - 36,400 £
Price
28,300 - 37,900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
133 km
Electric Range
83 - 454 km
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
27 - 126 g/km
co2
0 - 130 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,344 - 1,657 kg
Curb weight
1,438 - 1,733 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 422 L
Length
4,368 mm
Length
-
Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,442 - 1,460 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,187 - 1,301 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
473 - 521 kg
Payload
438 - 502 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Power HP
130 - 196 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
197 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
Brand
SEAT
Brand
Vauxhall
Is the SEAT Leon offered with different drivetrains?

The SEAT Leon is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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