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SEAT Leon vs VW Polo – Which one offers the better deal?

Two cars, one duel: SEAT Leon meets VW Polo.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

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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.

VW Polo has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17000 £, while the SEAT Leon costs 24500 £. That’s a price difference of around 7453 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: SEAT Leon manages with 1.20 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the VW Polo with 5.10 L. The difference is about 3.90 L per 100 km.

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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 SEAT Leon has a evident edge – offering 272 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 65 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Polo is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the SEAT Leon takes 7.70 s. That’s about 1.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Polo performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 240 km/h, while the SEAT Leon tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: SEAT Leon pulls a bit stronger with 360 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 40 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, VW Polo is to a small extent lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1344 kg. The difference is around 201 kg.

In terms of boot space, the SEAT Leon offers slight more room – 380 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 29 L.

In maximum load capacity, the SEAT Leon performs slightly better – up to 1301 L, which is about 176 L more than the VW Polo.

When it comes to payload, SEAT Leon slightly takes the win – 521 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 64 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the SEAT Leon shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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
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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 Polo

The Polo is a small car with surprisingly grown-up refinement, delivering comfortable packaging, crisp handling and a build quality that punches above its class. For buyers who want a practical, fuss-free hatch that still feels a little premium, it’s a sensible, slightly cheeky choice you’ll enjoy every day.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
24500 - 36400 £
Price
17000 - 30400 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 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
116 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1344 - 1657 kg
Curb weight
1143 - 1378 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
4368 mm
Length
4074 mm
Width
1799 mm
Width
1751 mm
Height
1442 - 1460 mm
Height
1431 - 1451 mm
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1301 L
Max trunk capacity
1125 L
Payload
473 - 521 kg
Payload
432 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Power HP
80 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
Max Speed
197 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
171 - 240 km/h
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
SEAT
Brand
VW

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What drive types are available for the SEAT Leon?

The SEAT Leon is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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