Compare performance (272 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (24,800 £ vs 29,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Leon or Toyota Corolla Touring Sports?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
SEAT Leon is slightly cheaper – starting at 24,800 £ , while the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports costs 29,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,800 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon uses 1.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 3.2 L/100km.
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 clearly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 94 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the SEAT Leon takes 7.7 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.
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 somewhat lighter – 1,344 kg compared to 1,485 kg. The difference is around 141 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports offers clearly more boot space – 596 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 216 L.
When it comes to payload, the SEAT Leon carries a bit more – 521 kg compared to 440 kg. That’s a difference of about 81 kg.
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.
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.
detailsThe Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is a sensible yet stylish estate that blends everyday practicality with Toyota's trademark reliability, making it the kind of car that quietly gets on with family life without drama. Inside it's cleverly packaged for luggage and kids' gear and feels calm and comfortable on the road — sensible rather than flashy, but with enough character to make daily drives more enjoyable.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
24,800 - 36,800 £
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Price
29,600 - 36,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
133 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
28 - 126 g/km
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co2
100 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,344 - 1,657 kg
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Curb weight
1,485 - 1,515 kg
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Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
581 - 596 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,650 mm
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Width
1,799 mm
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Width
1,790 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,435 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,591 - 1,606 L
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Payload
473 - 521 kg
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Payload
400 - 440 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 272 HP
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Power HP
140 - 178 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
220 - 360 Nm
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Torque
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
85 - 200 kW
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Power kW
103 - 131 kW
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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Brand
SEAT
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Brand
Toyota
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