
Seat Leon I (1M)
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Seat Leon I (1M)

Seat Leon I (1M)

Seat Leon I (1M)

Seat Leon I (1M)
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| Model | SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 3)337 hp | SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2)292 hp | SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1)265 hp | SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T225 hp |
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| Power | 337hp252kW+112 hp | 292hp218kW+67 hp | 265hp198kW+40 hp | 225hp168kW |
| Torque | 434Nm320lb-ft+154 Nm | 378Nm279lb-ft+98 Nm | 342Nm252lb-ft+62 Nm | 280Nm207lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,366kg3,012lb | 1,366kg3,012lb | 1,366kg3,012lb | 1,366kg3,012lb |
| Gross weight | 1,811kg3,993lb | 1,811kg3,993lb | 1,811kg3,993lb | 1,811kg3,993lb |
| Top speed | 277 km/h 172 mph | 266 km/h 165 mph | 259 km/h 161 mph | 237 km/h 147 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 64.6s99% target: 274 km/h / 170 mph-12.2 s Calculated | 70.8s99% target: 263 km/h / 164 mph-6.0 s Calculated | 74.9s99% target: 256 km/h / 159 mph-1.9 s Calculated | 76.8s99% target: 235 km/h / 146 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.4s-1.6 s | 5.9s-1.0 s | 6.2s-0.7 s | 6.9s |
| 0-200 km/h | 16.4s-11.0 s Calculated | 19.2s-8.3 s Calculated | 21.3s-6.2 s Calculated | 27.5s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.1s-1.4 s Calculated | 5.6s-1.0 s Calculated | 5.9s-0.6 s Calculated | 6.6s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 8.9L/100 km26.4mpg US31.7mpg UK | 8.9L/100 km26.4mpg US31.7mpg UK | 8.9L/100 km26.4mpg US31.7mpg UK | 8.9L/100 km26.4mpg US31.7mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 12.6L/100 km18.7mpg US22.4mpg UK | 12.6L/100 km18.7mpg US22.4mpg UK | 12.6L/100 km18.7mpg US22.4mpg UK | 12.6L/100 km18.7mpg US22.4mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 6.7L/100 km35.1mpg US42.2mpg UK | 6.7L/100 km35.1mpg US42.2mpg UK | 6.7L/100 km35.1mpg US42.2mpg UK | 6.7L/100 km35.1mpg US42.2mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 13.3s-1.6 s Calculated | 13.9s-1.0 s Calculated | 14.2s-0.7 s Calculated | 14.9s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 247hp/t184kW/t112hp/1000 lb Calculated | 214hp/t160kW/t97hp/1000 lb Calculated | 194hp/t145kW/t88hp/1000 lb Calculated | 165hp/t123kW/t75hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 318Nm/t213lb-ft/ton Calculated | 277Nm/t185lb-ft/ton Calculated | 250Nm/t167lb-ft/ton Calculated | 205Nm/t137lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 697km433mi Calculated | 697km433mi Calculated | 697km433mi Calculated | 697km433mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,781cc109cu in | 1,781cc109cu in | 1,781cc109cu in | 1,781cc109cu in |
| Length | 4,184mm165in | 4,184mm165in | 4,184mm165in | 4,184mm165in |
| Width | 1,742mm69in | 1,742mm69in | 1,742mm69in | 1,742mm69in |
| Height | 1,439mm57in | 1,439mm57in | 1,439mm57in | 1,439mm57in |
| Wheelbase | 2,511mm99in | 2,511mm99in | 2,511mm99in | 2,511mm99in |
| Front track | 1,481mm58in | 1,481mm58in | 1,481mm58in | 1,481mm58in |
| Rear track | 1,494mm59in | 1,494mm59in | 1,494mm59in | 1,494mm59in |
| Trunk volume | 340L | 340L | 340L | 340L |
| Max trunk volume | 1,050L | 1,050L | 1,050L | 1,050L |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 62L | 62L | 62L | 62L |
Use the estimates as comparison hints and verify exact figures before making decisions.
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 3)337 hp | 5,900 rpm | 2,200 rpm | 6,150 rpm |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2)292 hp | 5,900 rpm | 2,200 rpm | 6,150 rpm |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1)265 hp | 5,900 rpm | 2,200 rpm | 6,150 rpm |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T225 hp | 5,900 rpm | 2,200 rpm | 6,150 rpm |
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 3)337 hp | SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2)292 hp | SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1)265 hp | SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T225 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.1 s | 5.6 s | 5.9 s | 6.6 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.4 s | 5.9 s | 6.2 s | 6.9 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 16.4 s | 19.2 s | 21.3 s | 27.5 s |
| Top speed | 277 km/h 172 mph | 266 km/h 165 mph | 259 km/h 161 mph | 237 km/h 147 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.4 s | 2.4 s | 2.5 s | 2.5 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.0 s | 6.2 s | 6.3 s | 6.5 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.9 s | 9.2 s | 9.4 s | 9.8 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.3 s | 11.7 s | 12.0 s | 12.6 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.3 s | 13.9 s | 14.2 s | 14.9 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 180 km/h 112 mph | 172 km/h 107 mph | 167 km/h 103 mph | 157 km/h 97 mph |
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 3)337 hp | 337 hp 252 kW |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2)292 hp | 292 hp 218 kW |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1)265 hp | 265 hp 198 kW |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T225 hp | 225 hp 168 kW |
Seat Leon I (1M) Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 3) 337 hp has 112 hp more than Seat Leon I (1M) Cupra R 1.8 T 225 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Seat Leon I (1M) Cupra R 1.8 T 225 hp and Seat Leon I (1M) Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 3) 337 hp: 112 hp (84 kW).
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 3)337 hp | 434 Nm 320 lb-ft |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2)292 hp | 378 Nm 279 lb-ft |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1)265 hp | 342 Nm 252 lb-ft |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T225 hp | 280 Nm 207 lb-ft |
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 3)337 hp | 1,366 kg 3,012 lb |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2)292 hp | 1,366 kg 3,012 lb |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1)265 hp | 1,366 kg 3,012 lb |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T225 hp | 1,366 kg 3,012 lb |
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 3)337 hp | 277 km/h 172 mph |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2)292 hp | 266 km/h 165 mph |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1)265 hp | 259 km/h 161 mph |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T225 hp | 237 km/h 147 mph |
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 3)337 hp | 5.4 s |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2)292 hp | 5.9 s |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1)265 hp | 6.2 s |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T225 hp | 6.9 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Seat Leon I (1M) Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 3) 337 hp and Seat Leon I (1M) Cupra R 1.8 T 225 hp: 1.6 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Seat Leon I (1M) Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2) 292 hp and Seat Leon I (1M) Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1) 265 hp, separated by only 0.4 s.
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 3)337 hp | 8.9 L/100 km 26.4 mpg US 31.7 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2)292 hp | 8.9 L/100 km 26.4 mpg US 31.7 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1)265 hp | 8.9 L/100 km 26.4 mpg US 31.7 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T225 hp | 8.9 L/100 km 26.4 mpg US 31.7 mpg UK |
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 3)337 hp | 247 hp/t 184 kW/t 4.0 kg/hp |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2)292 hp | 214 hp/t 160 kW/t 4.7 kg/hp |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1)265 hp | 194 hp/t 145 kW/t 5.1 kg/hp |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T225 hp | 165 hp/t 123 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp |
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 3)337 hp | 697 km 433 mi |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2)292 hp | 697 km 433 mi |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1)265 hp | 697 km 433 mi |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T225 hp | 697 km 433 mi |
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 3)337 hp | 337 hp 252 kW | 5.4 s | 277 km/h 172 mph |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2)292 hp | 292 hp 218 kW | 5.9 s | 266 km/h 165 mph |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1)265 hp | 265 hp 198 kW | 6.2 s | 259 km/h 161 mph |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T225 hp | 225 hp 168 kW | 6.9 s | 237 km/h 147 mph |
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 3)337 hp |
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| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2)292 hp |
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| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1)265 hp |
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| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T225 hp |
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Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 3)337 hp |
| 8.9 L/100 km 26.4 mpg US 31.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2)292 hp |
| 8.9 L/100 km 26.4 mpg US 31.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1)265 hp |
| 8.9 L/100 km 26.4 mpg US 31.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T225 hp |
| 8.9 L/100 km 26.4 mpg US 31.7 mpg UK | ||||||
Seat Leon I (1M) Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 3) 337 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 3)337 hp | 8.9 L/100 km 26.4 mpg US 31.7 mpg UK | 5.4 s |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2)292 hp | 8.9 L/100 km 26.4 mpg US 31.7 mpg UK | 5.9 s |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1)265 hp | 8.9 L/100 km 26.4 mpg US 31.7 mpg UK | 6.2 s |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T225 hp | 8.9 L/100 km 26.4 mpg US 31.7 mpg UK | 6.9 s |
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 3)337 hp | 247 hp/t 184 kW/t 4.0 kg/hp | 8.9 L/100 km 26.4 mpg US 31.7 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2)292 hp | 214 hp/t 160 kW/t 4.7 kg/hp | 8.9 L/100 km 26.4 mpg US 31.7 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1)265 hp | 194 hp/t 145 kW/t 5.1 kg/hp | 8.9 L/100 km 26.4 mpg US 31.7 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T225 hp | 165 hp/t 123 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp | 8.9 L/100 km 26.4 mpg US 31.7 mpg UK |
| Vehicle | SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 3)337 hp | SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2)292 hp | SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1)265 hp | SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T225 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 337 hp 252 kW | 292 hp 218 kW | 265 hp 198 kW | 225 hp 168 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 434 Nm 320 lb-ft | 378 Nm 279 lb-ft | 342 Nm 252 lb-ft | 280 Nm 207 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.4 s | 5.9 s | 6.2 s | 6.9 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 277 km/h 172 mph | 266 km/h 165 mph | 259 km/h 161 mph | 237 km/h 147 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,366 kg 3,012 lb | 1,366 kg 3,012 lb | 1,366 kg 3,012 lb | 1,366 kg 3,012 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 8.9 L/100 km 26.4 mpg US 31.7 mpg UK | 8.9 L/100 km 26.4 mpg US 31.7 mpg UK | 8.9 L/100 km 26.4 mpg US 31.7 mpg UK | 8.9 L/100 km 26.4 mpg US 31.7 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 697 km 433 mi | 697 km 433 mi | 697 km 433 mi | 697 km 433 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 340 L 12.0 cu ft | 340 L 12.0 cu ft | 340 L 12.0 cu ft | 340 L 12.0 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 247 hp/t 184 kW/t 4.0 kg/hp | 214 hp/t 160 kW/t 4.7 kg/hp | 194 hp/t 145 kW/t 5.1 kg/hp | 165 hp/t 123 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Estimate running costs from combined consumption, your annual distance, and the fuel price in your local currency.
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| Vehicle | Seat Leon I (1M) Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 3) 337 hp | Seat Leon I (1M) Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2) 292 hp | Seat Leon I (1M) Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1) 265 hp | Seat Leon I (1M) Cupra R 1.8 T 225 hp |
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| Consumption | 8.9 L/100 km26.4 mpg US31.7 mpg UK | 8.9 L/100 km26.4 mpg US31.7 mpg UK | 8.9 L/100 km26.4 mpg US31.7 mpg UK | 8.9 L/100 km26.4 mpg US31.7 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 15.58 LC100 km | 15.58 LC100 km | 15.58 LC100 km | 15.58 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 25.07 LC100 mi | 25.07 LC100 mi | 25.07 LC100 mi | 25.07 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,335 L353 US gal294 UK gal | 1,335 L353 US gal294 UK gal | 1,335 L353 US gal294 UK gal | 1,335 L353 US gal294 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 2,336 LC/year | 2,336 LC/year | 2,336 LC/year | 2,336 LC/year |
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