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SEAT Leon vs Volvo S90 comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (24,800 £ vs 62,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Leon or Volvo S90?

SEAT Leon vs Volvo S90: Key differences

SEAT Leon

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • visibly more electric range
  • clearly lighter
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Volvo S90

  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately 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 significantly cheaper – starting at 24,800 £ , while the Volvo S90 costs 62,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 37,423 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S90 uses 0.8 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the SEAT Leon with 1.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the SEAT Leon offers visibly more range – reaching up to 133 km, about 44 km more than the Volvo S90.

S90

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 Volvo S90 offers significantly more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 183 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S90 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the SEAT Leon takes 7.7 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S90 delivers significantly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 349 Nm more.

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 clearly lighter – 1,344 kg compared to 1,912 kg. The difference is around 568 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo S90 offers moderately more boot space – 453 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 73 L.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Leon carries barely more – 521 kg compared to 518 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S90 is clearly superior overall 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.

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S90

Volvo S90

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 235 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 89 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

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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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Volvo S90

The Volvo S90 is a composed, elegant luxury sedan that dresses Scandinavian restraint in a quietly imposing package. It prioritises serene highway manners and a calm, tech‑savvy cabin, making it a car that suggests you deserve the nicer things in life without ever raising its voice.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
24,800 - 36,800 £
Price
62,200 - 70,500 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
133 km
Electric Range
89 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
28 - 126 g/km
co2
17 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,344 - 1,657 kg
Curb weight
1,912 - 2,119 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
431 - 453 L
Length
-
Length
4,969 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,879 mm
Height
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Height
1,440 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
473 - 521 kg
Payload
451 - 518 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Power HP
235 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Torque
480 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Power kW
173 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
Brand
SEAT
Brand
Volvo
Is the SEAT Leon offered with different drivetrains?

The SEAT Leon is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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