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SEAT Leon vs VW Passat comparison
Compare performance (272 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (24,500 £ vs 36,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Leon or VW Passat?
SEAT Leon vs VW Passat: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Leon
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
SEAT Leon is significantly cheaper – starting at 24,500 £ , while the VW Passat costs 36,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,008 £.
Both cars consume an average of 1.2 L/100km – no difference here.
As for electric range, the VW Passat offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 135 km, about 2 km more than the SEAT Leon.
Passat
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.
Both models deliver identical power – 272 HP each.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Passat is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 7.1 s, while the SEAT Leon takes 7.7 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the VW Passat is very slightly faster – reaching 225 km/h, while the SEAT Leon tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Passat delivers very slightly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 40 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 1,573 kg. The difference is around 229 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW Passat offers clearly more boot space – 690 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 310 L.
For maximum load capacity, the VW Passat offers markedly more capacity – up to 1,770 L, about 469 L more than the SEAT Leon.
When it comes to payload, the VW Passat carries barely more – 577 kg compared to 521 kg. That’s a difference of about 56 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW Passat is slightly ahead 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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VW Passat
SEAT Leon
VW Passat
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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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VW Passat
The VW Passat is the grown-up family car that gets the basics absolutely right — roomy, comfortable and built to handle weekday commutes and weekend getaways without fuss. It won't set your pulse racing, but its calm composure and sensible packaging make it boring in the best possible way: a dependable, no‑drama choice for buyers who value practicality over flash.
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SEAT Leon
VW Passat
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
24,500 - 36,400 £
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Price
36,500 - 58,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.8 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
124 - 135 km
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
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co2
27 - 126 g/km
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co2
28 - 153 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L
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Fuel tank capacity
45 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
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,344 - 1,657 kg
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Curb weight
1,573 - 1,858 kg
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Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
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Length
4,368 mm
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Length
4,917 mm
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Width
1,799 mm
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Width
1,849 mm
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Height
1,442 - 1,460 mm
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Height
1,521 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,187 - 1,301 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,770 L
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Payload
473 - 521 kg
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Payload
501 - 577 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
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin 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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 272 HP
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Power HP
122 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 10.7 s
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Max Speed
197 - 220 km/h
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Max Speed
220 - 225 km/h
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Torque
220 - 360 Nm
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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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
90 - 200 kW
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B
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Brand
SEAT
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Brand
VW
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