
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)315 hp | SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2)273 hp | SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1)248 hp | SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T210 hp |
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| Power | 315hp235kW+105 hp | 273hp204kW+63 hp | 248hp185kW+38 hp | 210hp157kW |
| Torque | 419Nm309lb-ft+149 Nm | 365Nm269lb-ft+95 Nm | 329Nm243lb-ft+59 Nm | 270Nm199lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,395kg3,075lb | 1,395kg3,075lb | 1,395kg3,075lb | 1,395kg3,075lb |
| Gross weight | 1,757kg3,874lb | 1,757kg3,874lb | 1,757kg3,874lb | 1,757kg3,874lb |
| 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 | 70.3s99% target: 274 km/h / 170 mph-12.2 s Calculated | 76.6s99% target: 263 km/h / 164 mph-6.0 s Calculated | 80.9s99% target: 256 km/h / 159 mph-1.7 s Calculated | 82.5s99% target: 235 km/h / 146 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6s-1.6 s | 6.1s-1.1 s | 6.5s-0.7 s | 7.2s |
| 0-200 km/h | 17.5s-11.7 s Calculated | 20.3s-8.8 s Calculated | 22.6s-6.6 s Calculated | 29.2s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.3s-1.5 s Calculated | 5.8s-1.0 s Calculated | 6.2s-0.7 s Calculated | 6.8s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 8.7L/100 km27mpg US32.5mpg UK | 8.7L/100 km27mpg US32.5mpg UK | 8.7L/100 km27mpg US32.5mpg UK | 8.7L/100 km27mpg US32.5mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 12.4L/100 km19mpg US22.8mpg UK | 12.4L/100 km19mpg US22.8mpg UK | 12.4L/100 km19mpg US22.8mpg UK | 12.4L/100 km19mpg US22.8mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 6.5L/100 km36.2mpg US43.5mpg UK | 6.5L/100 km36.2mpg US43.5mpg UK | 6.5L/100 km36.2mpg US43.5mpg UK | 6.5L/100 km36.2mpg US43.5mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 13.6s-1.6 s Calculated | 14.1s-1.0 s Calculated | 14.5s-0.7 s Calculated | 15.1s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 226hp/t168kW/t102hp/1000 lb Calculated | 196hp/t146kW/t89hp/1000 lb Calculated | 178hp/t132kW/t81hp/1000 lb Calculated | 151hp/t112kW/t68hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 300Nm/t201lb-ft/ton Calculated | 261Nm/t175lb-ft/ton Calculated | 236Nm/t158lb-ft/ton Calculated | 194Nm/t130lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 632km393mi Calculated | 632km393mi Calculated | 632km393mi Calculated | 632km393mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,781cc109cu in | 1,781cc109cu in | 1,781cc109cu in | 1,781cc109cu in |
| Length | 4,185mm165in | 4,185mm165in | 4,185mm165in | 4,185mm165in |
| Width | 1,742mm69in | 1,742mm69in | 1,742mm69in | 1,742mm69in |
| Height | 1,439mm57in | 1,439mm57in | 1,439mm57in | 1,439mm57in |
| Wheelbase | 2,513mm99in | 2,513mm99in | 2,513mm99in | 2,513mm99in |
| Front track | 1,395mm55in | 1,395mm55in | 1,395mm55in | 1,395mm55in |
| Rear track | 1,494mm59in | 1,494mm59in | 1,494mm59in | 1,494mm59in |
| Trunk volume | 340L | 340L | 340L | 340L |
| Max trunk volume | 656L | 656L | 656L | 656L |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 55L | 55L | 55L | 55L |
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)315 hp | 5,800 rpm | 2,100 rpm | 6,050 rpm |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2)273 hp | 5,800 rpm | 2,100 rpm | 6,050 rpm |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1)248 hp | 5,800 rpm | 2,100 rpm | 6,050 rpm |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T210 hp | 5,800 rpm | 2,100 rpm | 6,050 rpm |
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 3)315 hp | SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2)273 hp | SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1)248 hp | SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T210 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.3 s | 5.8 s | 6.2 s | 6.8 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.6 s | 6.1 s | 6.5 s | 7.2 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 17.5 s | 20.3 s | 22.6 s | 29.2 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 | 6.1 s | 6.3 s | 6.4 s | 6.6 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.0 s | 9.3 s | 9.6 s | 9.9 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.5 s | 11.9 s | 12.2 s | 12.8 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.6 s | 14.1 s | 14.5 s | 15.1 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 176 km/h 110 mph | 168 km/h 105 mph | 163 km/h 102 mph | 154 km/h 96 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)315 hp | 315 hp 235 kW |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2)273 hp | 273 hp 204 kW |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1)248 hp | 248 hp 185 kW |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T210 hp | 210 hp 157 kW |
Seat Leon I (1M) Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 3) 315 hp has 105 hp more than Seat Leon I (1M) Cupra R 1.8 T 210 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Seat Leon I (1M) Cupra R 1.8 T 210 hp and Seat Leon I (1M) Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 3) 315 hp: 105 hp (78 kW).
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 3)315 hp | 419 Nm 309 lb-ft |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2)273 hp | 365 Nm 269 lb-ft |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1)248 hp | 329 Nm 243 lb-ft |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T210 hp | 270 Nm 199 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)315 hp | 1,395 kg 3,075 lb |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2)273 hp | 1,395 kg 3,075 lb |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1)248 hp | 1,395 kg 3,075 lb |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T210 hp | 1,395 kg 3,075 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)315 hp | 277 km/h 172 mph |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2)273 hp | 266 km/h 165 mph |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1)248 hp | 259 km/h 161 mph |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T210 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)315 hp | 5.6 s |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2)273 hp | 6.1 s |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1)248 hp | 6.5 s |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T210 hp | 7.2 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Seat Leon I (1M) Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 3) 315 hp and Seat Leon I (1M) Cupra R 1.8 T 210 hp: 1.6 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Seat Leon I (1M) Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2) 273 hp and Seat Leon I (1M) Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1) 248 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)315 hp | 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2)273 hp | 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1)248 hp | 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T210 hp | 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 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)315 hp | 226 hp/t 168 kW/t 4.4 kg/hp |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2)273 hp | 196 hp/t 146 kW/t 5.1 kg/hp |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1)248 hp | 178 hp/t 132 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T210 hp | 151 hp/t 112 kW/t 6.6 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)315 hp | 632 km 393 mi |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2)273 hp | 632 km 393 mi |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1)248 hp | 632 km 393 mi |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T210 hp | 632 km 393 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)315 hp | 315 hp 235 kW | 5.6 s | 277 km/h 172 mph |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2)273 hp | 273 hp 204 kW | 6.1 s | 266 km/h 165 mph |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1)248 hp | 248 hp 185 kW | 6.5 s | 259 km/h 161 mph |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T210 hp | 210 hp 157 kW | 7.2 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)315 hp |
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| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2)273 hp |
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| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1)248 hp |
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| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T210 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)315 hp |
| 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK | ||||||
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2)273 hp |
| 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK | ||||||
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1)248 hp |
| 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK | ||||||
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T210 hp |
| 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK | ||||||
Seat Leon I (1M) Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 3) 315 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)315 hp | 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK | 5.6 s |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2)273 hp | 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK | 6.1 s |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1)248 hp | 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK | 6.5 s |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T210 hp | 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK | 7.2 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)315 hp | 226 hp/t 168 kW/t 4.4 kg/hp | 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2)273 hp | 196 hp/t 146 kW/t 5.1 kg/hp | 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1)248 hp | 178 hp/t 132 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp | 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T210 hp | 151 hp/t 112 kW/t 6.6 kg/hp | 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK |
| Vehicle | SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 3)315 hp | SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2)273 hp | SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1)248 hp | SeatLeon I (1M)Cupra R 1.8 T210 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 315 hp 235 kW | 273 hp 204 kW | 248 hp 185 kW | 210 hp 157 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 419 Nm 309 lb-ft | 365 Nm 269 lb-ft | 329 Nm 243 lb-ft | 270 Nm 199 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.6 s | 6.1 s | 6.5 s | 7.2 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 277 km/h 172 mph | 266 km/h 165 mph | 259 km/h 161 mph | 237 km/h 147 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,395 kg 3,075 lb | 1,395 kg 3,075 lb | 1,395 kg 3,075 lb | 1,395 kg 3,075 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK | 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK | 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK | 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 632 km 393 mi | 632 km 393 mi | 632 km 393 mi | 632 km 393 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 | 226 hp/t 168 kW/t 4.4 kg/hp | 196 hp/t 146 kW/t 5.1 kg/hp | 178 hp/t 132 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp | 151 hp/t 112 kW/t 6.6 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) 315 hp | Seat Leon I (1M) Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 2) 273 hp | Seat Leon I (1M) Cupra R 1.8 T (Stage 1) 248 hp | Seat Leon I (1M) Cupra R 1.8 T 210 hp |
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| Consumption | 8.7 L/100 km27 mpg US32.5 mpg UK | 8.7 L/100 km27 mpg US32.5 mpg UK | 8.7 L/100 km27 mpg US32.5 mpg UK | 8.7 L/100 km27 mpg US32.5 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 15.22 LC100 km | 15.22 LC100 km | 15.22 LC100 km | 15.22 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 24.50 LC100 mi | 24.50 LC100 mi | 24.50 LC100 mi | 24.50 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,305 L345 US gal287 UK gal | 1,305 L345 US gal287 UK gal | 1,305 L345 US gal287 UK gal | 1,305 L345 US gal287 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 2,284 LC/year | 2,284 LC/year | 2,284 LC/year | 2,284 LC/year |
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