Seat Leon III
Car comparison
Seat Leon III FR 1.8 TSI · Stage 3vsSeat Leon III FR 1.8 TSI · Stage 2vsSeat Leon III FR 1.8 TSI · Stage 1vsSeat Leon III FR 1.8 TSI
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
New comparisonSeat Leon III
FR 1.8 TSI (Stage 2)
Seat Leon III
FR 1.8 TSI (Stage 1)
Seat Leon III
FR 1.8 TSI
Comparison overview
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Seat Leon III FR 1.8 TSI (Stage 3) 270 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h5.6 s
- Fastest top speed262 km/h163 mph
- Most powerful270 hp201 kW
- Highest torque388 Nm286 lb-ft
- Lightest1,252 kg2,760 lb
- Best power-to-weight216 hp/t161 kW/t4.6 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption5.7 L/100 km41.3 mpg US49.6 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption7.0 L/100 km33.6 mpg US40.4 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption5.0 L/100 km47.0 mpg US56.5 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions129 g/km
- Best estimated range877 km545 mi
- Largest trunk380 L
- Best overall score68/100
- Best performance score65/100
- Best economy score91/100
- Best practicality score74/100
Specification comparison
| Model | SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI180 hp |
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| Power | 270hp201kW+90 hp | 234hp174kW+54 hp | 212hp158kW+32 hp | 180hp134kW |
| Torque | 388Nm286lb-ft+138 Nm | 338Nm249lb-ft+88 Nm | 305Nm225lb-ft+55 Nm | 250Nm184lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,252kg2,760lb | 1,252kg2,760lb | 1,252kg2,760lb | 1,252kg2,760lb |
| Gross weight | 1,850kg4,079lb | 1,850kg4,079lb | 1,850kg4,079lb | 1,850kg4,079lb |
| Top speed | 262 km/h 163 mph | 251 km/h 156 mph | 243 km/h 151 mph | 224 km/h 139 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 66.3s99% target: 259 km/h / 161 mph-10.3 s Calculated | 71.6s99% target: 248 km/h / 154 mph-5.0 s Calculated | 74.7s99% target: 241 km/h / 149 mph-1.8 s Calculated | 76.6s99% target: 222 km/h / 138 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 | 18.6s-14.7 s Calculated | 21.9s-11.4 s Calculated | 24.7s-8.5 s Calculated | 33.3s 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 | 5.7L/100 km41.3mpg US49.6mpg UK | 5.7L/100 km41.3mpg US49.6mpg UK | 5.7L/100 km41.3mpg US49.6mpg UK | 5.7L/100 km41.3mpg US49.6mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 7L/100 km33.6mpg US40.4mpg UK | 7L/100 km33.6mpg US40.4mpg UK | 7L/100 km33.6mpg US40.4mpg UK | 7L/100 km33.6mpg US40.4mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 5L/100 km47mpg US56.5mpg UK | 5L/100 km47mpg US56.5mpg UK | 5L/100 km47mpg US56.5mpg UK | 5L/100 km47mpg US56.5mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 13.6s-1.6 s Calculated | 14.2s-1.0 s Calculated | 14.5s-0.7 s Calculated | 15.2s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 216hp/t161kW/t98hp/1000 lb Calculated | 187hp/t139kW/t85hp/1000 lb Calculated | 170hp/t127kW/t77hp/1000 lb Calculated | 144hp/t107kW/t65hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 310Nm/t207lb-ft/ton Calculated | 270Nm/t180lb-ft/ton Calculated | 244Nm/t163lb-ft/ton Calculated | 200Nm/t134lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 877km545mi Calculated | 877km545mi Calculated | 877km545mi Calculated | 877km545mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,798cc110cu in | 1,798cc110cu in | 1,798cc110cu in | 1,798cc110cu in |
| Length | 4,271mm168in | 4,271mm168in | 4,271mm168in | 4,271mm168in |
| Width | 1,816mm71in | 1,816mm71in | 1,816mm71in | 1,816mm71in |
| Height | 1,444mm57in | 1,444mm57in | 1,444mm57in | 1,444mm57in |
| Wheelbase | 2,631mm104in | 2,631mm104in | 2,631mm104in | 2,631mm104in |
| Front track | 1,534mm60in | 1,534mm60in | 1,534mm60in | 1,534mm60in |
| Rear track | 1,511mm59in | 1,511mm59in | 1,511mm59in | 1,511mm59in |
| Trunk volume | 380L | 380L | 380L | 380L |
| Max trunk volume | 1,210L | 1,210L | 1,210L | 1,210L |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 50L | 50L | 50L | 50L |
| CO2 emissions | 129g/km | 129g/km | 129g/km | 129g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Seat Leon III FR 1.8 TSI (Stage 3) 270 hp: Power / Torque
- Seat Leon III FR 1.8 TSI (Stage 2) 234 hp: Power / Torque
- Seat Leon III FR 1.8 TSI (Stage 1) 212 hp: Power / Torque
- Seat Leon III FR 1.8 TSI 180 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 5,100-6,200 rpm | 1,250-5,000 rpm | 6,450 rpm |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 5,100-6,200 rpm | 1,250-5,000 rpm | 6,450 rpm |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 5,100-6,200 rpm | 1,250-5,000 rpm | 6,450 rpm |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI180 hp | 5,100-6,200 rpm | 1,250-5,000 rpm | 6,450 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI180 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 | 18.6 s | 21.9 s | 24.7 s | 33.3 s |
| Top speed | 262 km/h 163 mph | 251 km/h 156 mph | 243 km/h 151 mph | 224 km/h 139 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.4 s | 2.4 s | 2.4 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 | 9.5 s | 9.9 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.5 s | 12.0 s | 12.3 s | 12.8 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.6 s | 14.2 s | 14.5 s | 15.2 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 174 km/h 108 mph | 166 km/h 103 mph | 161 km/h 100 mph | 152 km/h 94 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 270 hp 201 kW |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 234 hp 174 kW |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 212 hp 158 kW |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI180 hp | 180 hp 134 kW |
Seat Leon III FR 1.8 TSI (Stage 3) 270 hp has 90 hp more than Seat Leon III FR 1.8 TSI 180 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Seat Leon III FR 1.8 TSI 180 hp and Seat Leon III FR 1.8 TSI (Stage 3) 270 hp: 90 hp (67 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 388 Nm 286 lb-ft |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 338 Nm 249 lb-ft |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 305 Nm 225 lb-ft |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI180 hp | 250 Nm 184 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 1,252 kg 2,760 lb |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 1,252 kg 2,760 lb |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 1,252 kg 2,760 lb |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI180 hp | 1,252 kg 2,760 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 262 km/h 163 mph |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 251 km/h 156 mph |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 243 km/h 151 mph |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI180 hp | 224 km/h 139 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 5.6 s |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 6.1 s |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 6.5 s |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI180 hp | 7.2 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Seat Leon III FR 1.8 TSI (Stage 3) 270 hp and Seat Leon III FR 1.8 TSI 180 hp: 1.6 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Seat Leon III FR 1.8 TSI (Stage 2) 234 hp and Seat Leon III FR 1.8 TSI (Stage 1) 212 hp, separated by only 0.4 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI180 hp | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 216 hp/t 161 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 187 hp/t 139 kW/t 5.4 kg/hp |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 170 hp/t 127 kW/t 5.9 kg/hp |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI180 hp | 144 hp/t 107 kW/t 7.0 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 877 km 545 mi |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 877 km 545 mi |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 877 km 545 mi |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI180 hp | 877 km 545 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 270 hp 201 kW | 5.6 s | 262 km/h 163 mph |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 234 hp 174 kW | 6.1 s | 251 km/h 156 mph |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 212 hp 158 kW | 6.5 s | 243 km/h 151 mph |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI180 hp | 180 hp 134 kW | 7.2 s | 224 km/h 139 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp |
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| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp |
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| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp |
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Performance vs fuel economy
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 IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp |
| 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp |
| 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp |
| 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI180 hp |
| 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK | ||||||
Seat Leon III FR 1.8 TSI (Stage 3) 270 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
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 IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK | 5.6 s |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK | 6.1 s |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK | 6.5 s |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI180 hp | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK | 7.2 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
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 IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 216 hp/t 161 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 187 hp/t 139 kW/t 5.4 kg/hp | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 170 hp/t 127 kW/t 5.9 kg/hp | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI180 hp | 144 hp/t 107 kW/t 7.0 kg/hp | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | SeatLeon IIIFR 1.8 TSI180 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 270 hp 201 kW | 234 hp 174 kW | 212 hp 158 kW | 180 hp 134 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 388 Nm 286 lb-ft | 338 Nm 249 lb-ft | 305 Nm 225 lb-ft | 250 Nm 184 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.6 s | 6.1 s | 6.5 s | 7.2 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 262 km/h 163 mph | 251 km/h 156 mph | 243 km/h 151 mph | 224 km/h 139 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,252 kg 2,760 lb | 1,252 kg 2,760 lb | 1,252 kg 2,760 lb | 1,252 kg 2,760 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK | 5.7 L/100 km 41.3 mpg US 49.6 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 877 km 545 mi | 877 km 545 mi | 877 km 545 mi | 877 km 545 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 129 g/km | 129 g/km | 129 g/km | 129 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 380 L 13.4 cu ft | 380 L 13.4 cu ft | 380 L 13.4 cu ft | 380 L 13.4 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 216 hp/t 161 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp | 187 hp/t 139 kW/t 5.4 kg/hp | 170 hp/t 127 kW/t 5.9 kg/hp | 144 hp/t 107 kW/t 7.0 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Seat Leon III FR 1.8 TSI (Stage 3) 270 hp | Seat Leon III FR 1.8 TSI (Stage 2) 234 hp | Seat Leon III FR 1.8 TSI (Stage 1) 212 hp | Seat Leon III FR 1.8 TSI 180 hp |
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| Consumption | 5.7 L/100 km41.3 mpg US49.6 mpg UK | 5.7 L/100 km41.3 mpg US49.6 mpg UK | 5.7 L/100 km41.3 mpg US49.6 mpg UK | 5.7 L/100 km41.3 mpg US49.6 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 9.98 LC100 km | 9.98 LC100 km | 9.98 LC100 km | 9.98 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 16.05 LC100 mi | 16.05 LC100 mi | 16.05 LC100 mi | 16.05 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 855 L226 US gal188 UK gal | 855 L226 US gal188 UK gal | 855 L226 US gal188 UK gal | 855 L226 US gal188 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,496 LC/year | 1,496 LC/year | 1,496 LC/year | 1,496 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Seat Leon III FR 1.8 TSI (Stage 3) 270 hp
- Has 36 hp more
- Has 50 Nm more
- Is 0.5 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 11 km/h (7 mph) higher top speed
- Has 29 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Highest CO2 emissions
Seat Leon III FR 1.8 TSI (Stage 2) 234 hp
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