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SEAT Leon vs Skoda Octavia Limousine comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (24,500 £ vs 25,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Leon or Skoda Octavia Limousine?

SEAT Leon vs Skoda Octavia Limousine: Key differences

SEAT Leon

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • marginally lighter

Skoda Octavia Limousine

  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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 only slightly cheaper – starting at 24,500 £ , while the Skoda Octavia Limousine costs 25,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 523 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon uses 1.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Skoda Octavia Limousine with 4.3 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 L/100km.

Octavia Limousine

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the SEAT Leon offers only slightly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 7 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Octavia Limousine is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.4 s, while the SEAT Leon takes 7.7 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Skoda Octavia Limousine is moderately faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the SEAT Leon tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Octavia Limousine delivers very slightly more torque with 370 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm more.

Leon

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 is marginally lighter – 1,344 kg compared to 1,351 kg. The difference is around 7 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Octavia Limousine offers clearly more boot space – 600 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 220 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Skoda Octavia Limousine offers a bit more capacity – up to 1,555 L, about 254 L more than the SEAT Leon.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Octavia Limousine carries barely more – 545 kg compared to 521 kg. That’s a difference of about 24 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Leon 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.

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 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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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 Skoda Octavia Limousine blends space and sensible charm into a calm, grown-up package that feels smarter than its modest badge suggests. Practical, comfortable and quietly clever, it's the sort of car that makes everyday driving feel noticeably less mundane and keeps both your wallet and patience intact.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
24,500 - 36,400 £
Price
25,000 - 41,700 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
133 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
27 - 126 g/km
co2
111 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,344 - 1,657 kg
Curb weight
1,351 - 1,537 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
600 L
Length
4,368 mm
Length
4,698 - 4,709 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,829 mm
Height
1,442 - 1,460 mm
Height
1,455 - 1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,187 - 1,301 L
Max trunk capacity
1,555 L
Payload
473 - 521 kg
Payload
495 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, 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
116 - 272 HP
Power HP
116 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
197 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
203 - 250 km/h
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Torque
220 - 370 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Power kW
85 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, C
Brand
SEAT
Brand
Skoda
Is the SEAT Leon offered with different drivetrains?

The SEAT Leon is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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