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SEAT Leon vs Volvo V60 comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (24,500 £ vs 41,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Leon or Volvo V60?

SEAT Leon vs Volvo V60: Key differences

SEAT Leon

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • markedly lighter

Volvo V60

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly 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:

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 24,500 £ , while the Volvo V60 costs 41,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,194 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon uses 1.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Volvo V60 with 2.4 L/100km. The difference is about 1.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the SEAT Leon offers clearly more range – reaching up to 133 km, about 40 km more than the Volvo V60.

V60

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 Volvo V60 offers clearly 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 V60 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the SEAT Leon takes 7.7 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the SEAT Leon is moderately faster – reaching 220 km/h, while the Volvo V60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo V60 delivers significantly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 349 Nm more.

Leon

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 terms of curb weight, SEAT Leon is markedly lighter – 1,344 kg compared to 1,734 kg. The difference is around 390 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo V60 offers visibly more boot space – 519 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 139 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Volvo V60 offers barely more capacity – up to 1,431 L, about 130 L more than the SEAT Leon.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Leon carries barely more – 521 kg compared to 506 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Leon is far ahead 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.

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

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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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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Volvo V60

The Volvo V60 blends elegant Scandinavian design with a practical estate layout, making it a composed and sensible choice for buyers who want style without sacrifice. Inside, a serene cabin, clever safety features and a supple ride turn daily commutes and weekend getaways into effortless, grown-up motoring.

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Reviews Volvo V60

5 (1 Reviews)
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Michael Hauser
2 Oct 2025, 08:00:10

I drive a V60 T6 TE e‑AWD Inscription MY 2022

Overall I'm very satisfied with it.

Positives +
+ Safety
+ Performance
+ Fuel consumption
+ Service and running costs
+ Driving feel (still has a bit of the Swedish tank about it)
+ Average consumption 5.2 l/100 km

Negatives -
- 180 km/h limiter, supposedly due to excessive centrifugal forces on the electric motor
- Thinner side windows than the predecessor
- Still very firm suspension
- 8‑speed automatic (feels like the car is always shifting)
- Volvo's own customer service has massively deteriorated in recent years (their new motto seems to be "take it or leave it")

As a long‑time Volvo customer, this will be my last Volvo — I'm not willing to go along with the (now purely electric and largely China‑produced) madness.

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Volvo V60

Costs and Consumption
Price
24,500 - 36,400 £
Price
41,600 - 65,000 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 6.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
133 km
Electric Range
93 km
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
27 - 126 g/km
co2
54 - 140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,344 - 1,657 kg
Curb weight
1,734 - 2,064 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
519 L
Length
4,368 mm
Length
4,778 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,442 - 1,460 mm
Height
1,432 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,187 - 1,301 L
Max trunk capacity
1,431 L
Payload
473 - 521 kg
Payload
466 - 506 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.6 s
Max Speed
197 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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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