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SEAT Leon vs SsangYong Torres comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (24,800 £ vs 33,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Leon or SsangYong Torres?

SEAT Leon vs SsangYong Torres: Key differences

SEAT Leon

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • moderately lighter
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SsangYong Torres

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more electric range
  • clearly 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 clearly cheaper – starting at 24,800 £ , while the SsangYong Torres costs 33,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,043 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon uses 1.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the SsangYong Torres with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 6.7 L/100km.

As for electric range, the SsangYong Torres offers considerably more range – reaching up to 462 km, about 329 km more than the SEAT Leon.

Torres

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 207 HP. That’s roughly 65 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SEAT Leon delivers barely more torque with 360 Nm compared to 339 Nm. That’s about 21 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 moderately lighter – 1,344 kg compared to 1,498 kg. The difference is around 154 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Torres offers clearly more boot space – 703 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 323 L.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Torres carries barely more – 552 kg compared to 521 kg. That’s a difference of about 31 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Leon holds a decisive overall lead 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 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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Reviews SEAT Leon

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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FaBio
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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SsangYong Torres

SsangYong Torres cuts a rugged, purposeful silhouette that feels more expensive than its price tag, offering generously practical packaging and a no-nonsense feature set. It drives with surprisingly assured manners and genuine off-road appetite, making it a clever choice for buyers who want real SUV capability without badge snobbery.

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Reviews SsangYong Torres

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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Nelson GAlindo Arias
12 May 2026, 21:17:14

It's a comfortable car with good performance and economical.

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SEAT Leon
SsangYong Torres

Costs and Consumption
Price
24,800 - 36,800 £
Price
33,800 - 44,600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
133 km
Electric Range
462 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
28 - 126 g/km
co2
0 - 207 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,344 - 1,657 kg
Curb weight
1,498 - 1,618 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
703 L
Length
-
Length
4,700 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
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Height
1,710 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,662 L
Payload
473 - 521 kg
Payload
552 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Power HP
163 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
191 - 194 km/h
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Torque
280 - 339 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Power kW
120 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
SEAT
Brand
SsangYong
Is the SEAT Leon offered with different drivetrains?

The SEAT Leon is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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