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SEAT Leon vs Toyota Yaris – Which one offers the better deal?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Leon or Toyota Yaris?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Toyota Yaris has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21900 £, while the SEAT Leon costs 24500 £. That’s a price difference of around 2597 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: SEAT Leon manages with 1.20 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Toyota Yaris with 3.80 L. The difference is about 2.60 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Toyota Yaris has a slight edge – offering 280 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 8 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Yaris is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 5.50 s, while the SEAT Leon takes 7.70 s. That’s about 2.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Toyota Yaris performs slight better – reaching 230 km/h, while the SEAT Leon tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Toyota Yaris pulls minimal stronger with 390 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Toyota Yaris is evident lighter – 1090 kg compared to 1344 kg. The difference is around 254 kg.

In terms of boot space, the SEAT Leon offers noticeable more room – 380 L compared to 286 L. That’s a difference of about 94 L.

In maximum load capacity, the SEAT Leon performs evident better – up to 1301 L, which is about 366 L more than the Toyota Yaris.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Yaris barely noticeable takes the win – 525 kg compared to 521 kg. That’s a difference of about 4 kg.

Who wins the race?

The SEAT Leon proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
SEAT Leon is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £24,500
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SEAT Leon

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

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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Toyota Yaris

The Toyota Yaris is a sprightly city hatch that packs clever packaging, surprising comfort and fuel-sipping manners into a neat, easy-to-park package. It rewards sensible buyers with low running costs, friendly ergonomics and a forgiving drive, delivered with Japanese reliability and just enough personality to make errands feel a little less ordinary.

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SEAT Leon
Toyota Yaris
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Costs and Consumption

Price
24500 - 36400 £
Price
21900 - 46700 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 9.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
133 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
27 - 126 g/km
co2
87 - 215 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L
Fuel tank capacity
36 - 50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
3 - 5
Curb weight
1344 - 1657 kg
Curb weight
1090 - 1356 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
141 - 286 L
Length
4368 mm
Length
3940 - 3995 mm
Width
1799 mm
Width
1745 - 1805 mm
Height
1442 - 1460 mm
Height
1455 - 1500 mm
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1301 L
Max trunk capacity
935 L
Payload
473 - 521 kg
Payload
289 - 525 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Power HP
116 - 280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
197 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
175 - 230 km/h
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Torque
390 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3
Engine capacity
1490 - 1618 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
Brand
SEAT
Brand
Toyota
What drive types are available for the SEAT Leon?

The SEAT Leon is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.