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SEAT Leon vs VW Tiguan - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (272 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (24500 £ vs 32800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Leon or VW Tiguan?

SEAT Leon

VW Tiguan

3.7 (4 Reviews)
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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.

SEAT Leon has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24500 £, while the VW Tiguan costs 32800 £. That’s a price difference of around 8331 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: SEAT Leon manages with 1.20 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the VW Tiguan with 1.40 L. The difference is about 0.20 L per 100 km.

As for range, the SEAT Leon performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 133 km, about 7 km more than the VW Tiguan.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the has a edge – offering compared to . That’s roughly more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the SEAT Leon takes 7.70 s. That’s about 1.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Tiguan performs slight better – reaching 242 km/h, while the SEAT Leon tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 22 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Tiguan pulls barely noticeable stronger with 400 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm difference.

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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.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, SEAT Leon is to a small extent lighter – 1344 kg compared to 1599 kg. The difference is around 255 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Tiguan offers decisively more room – 652 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 272 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Tiguan performs noticeable better – up to 1650 L, which is about 349 L more than the SEAT Leon.

When it comes to payload, VW Tiguan hardly perceptible takes the win – 533 kg compared to 521 kg. That’s a difference of about 12 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Tiguan shows itself to be secures victory with a clear margin 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 £32,800
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VW Tiguan

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.4 - 8.4 L
  • Electric Range : 118 - 126 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

3.7 (4 Reviews)
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The VW Tiguan blends sensible family practicality with a dash of German polish, delivering a calm, reassuring ride and a cabin that never feels like an afterthought. For buyers who want an SUV that’s easy to live with yet still nicely dressed, the Tiguan is the grown‑up choice that keeps a cheeky wink in reserve.

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SEAT Leon
VW Tiguan
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Costs and Consumption

Price
24500 - 36400 £
Price
32800 - 51900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.5 L
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
133 km
Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
27 - 126 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 45 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1344 - 1657 kg
Curb weight
1599 - 1890 kg
Trunk capacity
270 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
4368 mm
Length
4539 mm
Width
1799 mm
Width
1842 - 1859 mm
Height
1442 - 1460 mm
Height
1656 - 1658 mm
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1301 L
Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
Payload
473 - 521 kg
Payload
460 - 533 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, 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
All-Wheel Drive, Front-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
198 - 242 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
1498 - 1968 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, F, B
Brand
SEAT
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the SEAT Leon?

The SEAT Leon is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.