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SEAT Leon vs VW Tiguan comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (24,500 £ vs 33,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Leon or VW Tiguan?

SEAT Leon vs VW Tiguan: Key differences

SEAT Leon

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • marginally more electric range
  • somewhat lighter
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VW Tiguan

4.1 (9 Reviews)
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  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably 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:

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 noticeably cheaper – starting at 24,500 £ , while the VW Tiguan costs 33,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,124 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SEAT Leon uses 1.2 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the VW Tiguan with 1.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the SEAT Leon offers marginally more range – reaching up to 133 km, about 7 km more than the VW Tiguan.

Tiguan

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.

Both models deliver identical power – 272 HP each.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the SEAT Leon takes 7.7 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the SEAT Leon is only slightly faster – reaching 220 km/h, while the VW Tiguan tops out at 215 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Tiguan delivers barely more torque with 400 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 40 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 somewhat lighter – 1,344 kg compared to 1,599 kg. The difference is around 255 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers considerably more boot space – 652 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 272 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VW Tiguan offers somewhat more capacity – up to 1,486 L, about 185 L more than the SEAT Leon.

When it comes to payload, the VW Tiguan carries very slightly more – 533 kg compared to 521 kg. That’s a difference of about 12 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Leon is narrowly 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.

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
SEAT Leon
VW Tiguan

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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 Tiguan

The VW Tiguan is a calm, family‑first compact SUV that impresses with cavernous rear room, a versatile boot and sofa‑like seats that make motorway miles feel effortless, while its revamped infotainment is quicker and cleaner than before. It does demand a healthy budget and some compromises — the cabin leans heavily on touch controls for climate and the limited rear child‑seat anchoring and wide mirrors can frustrate buyers who prize simplicity or maximal flexibility.

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SEAT Leon
VW Tiguan

Costs and Consumption

Price
24,500 - 36,400 £
Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
133 km
Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
27 - 126 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,344 - 1,657 kg
Curb weight
1,599 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
4,368 mm
Length
4,539 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
Height
1,442 - 1,460 mm
Height
1,658 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,187 - 1,301 L
Max trunk capacity
1,486 L
Payload
473 - 521 kg
Payload
460 - 533 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 272 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
197 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 215 km/h
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 200 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
Brand
SEAT
Brand
VW
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