Seat Leon III
Car comparison
Seat Leon III FR 2.0 TDI · Stage 3vsSeat Leon III FR 2.0 TDI · Stage 2vsSeat Leon III FR 2.0 TDI · Stage 1vsSeat Leon III FR 2.0 TDI
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
New comparisonSeat Leon III
FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)
Seat Leon III
FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)
Seat Leon III
FR 2.0 TDI
Comparison overview
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Seat Leon III FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h5.7 s
- Fastest top speed269 km/h167 mph
- Most powerful285 hp213 kW
- Highest torque608 Nm448 lb-ft
- Lightest1,390 kg3,064 lb
- Best power-to-weight205 hp/t153 kW/t4.9 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption4.5 L/100 km52.3 mpg US62.8 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption5.5 L/100 km42.8 mpg US51.4 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption4.0 L/100 km58.8 mpg US70.6 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions119 g/km
- Best estimated range1,111 km690 mi
- Largest trunk380 L
- Best overall score71/100
- Best performance score70/100
- Best economy score95/100
- Best practicality score74/100
Specification comparison
| Model | SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI184 hp |
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| Power | 285hp213kW+101 hp | 248hp185kW+64 hp | 221hp165kW+37 hp | 184hp137kW |
| Torque | 608Nm448lb-ft+228 Nm | 532Nm392lb-ft+152 Nm | 475Nm350lb-ft+95 Nm | 380Nm280lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,390kg3,064lb | 1,390kg3,064lb | 1,390kg3,064lb | 1,390kg3,064lb |
| Gross weight | 1,870kg4,123lb | 1,870kg4,123lb | 1,870kg4,123lb | 1,870kg4,123lb |
| Top speed | 269 km/h 167 mph | 257 km/h 160 mph | 246 km/h 153 mph | 228 km/h 142 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 72.3s99% target: 266 km/h / 165 mph-12.4 s Calculated | 77.5s99% target: 254 km/h / 158 mph-7.2 s Calculated | 80.9s99% target: 244 km/h / 151 mph-3.7 s Calculated | 84.7s99% target: 226 km/h / 140 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.7s-1.8 s | 6.2s-1.3 s | 6.7s-0.8 s | 7.5s |
| 0-200 km/h | 18.7s-15.1 s Calculated | 22.0s-11.9 s Calculated | 25.5s-8.3 s Calculated | 33.8s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.4s-1.7 s Calculated | 5.9s-1.2 s Calculated | 6.4s-0.7 s Calculated | 7.1s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 4.5L/100 km52.3mpg US62.8mpg UK | 4.5L/100 km52.3mpg US62.8mpg UK | 4.5L/100 km52.3mpg US62.8mpg UK | 4.5L/100 km52.3mpg US62.8mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 4L/100 km58.8mpg US70.6mpg UK | 4L/100 km58.8mpg US70.6mpg UK | 4L/100 km58.8mpg US70.6mpg UK | 4L/100 km58.8mpg US70.6mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 13.7s-1.7 s Calculated | 14.3s-1.2 s Calculated | 14.7s-0.7 s Calculated | 15.4s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 205hp/t153kW/t93hp/1000 lb Calculated | 179hp/t133kW/t81hp/1000 lb Calculated | 159hp/t118kW/t72hp/1000 lb Calculated | 132hp/t99kW/t60hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 437Nm/t293lb-ft/ton Calculated | 383Nm/t256lb-ft/ton Calculated | 342Nm/t229lb-ft/ton Calculated | 273Nm/t183lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,111km690mi Calculated | 1,111km690mi Calculated | 1,111km690mi Calculated | 1,111km690mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu 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 | 2,634mm104in | 2,634mm104in | 2,634mm104in | 2,634mm104in |
| Front track | 1,534mm60in | 1,534mm60in | 1,534mm60in | 1,534mm60in |
| Rear track | 1,508mm59in | 1,508mm59in | 1,508mm59in | 1,508mm59in |
| 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 | 119g/km | 119g/km | 119g/km | 119g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Seat Leon III FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp: Power / Torque
- Seat Leon III FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 248 hp: Power / Torque
- Seat Leon III FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 221 hp: Power / Torque
- Seat Leon III FR 2.0 TDI 184 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI184 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI184 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.4 s | 5.9 s | 6.4 s | 7.1 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.7 s | 6.2 s | 6.7 s | 7.5 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 18.7 s | 22.0 s | 25.5 s | 33.8 s |
| Top speed | 269 km/h 167 mph | 257 km/h 160 mph | 246 km/h 153 mph | 228 km/h 142 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 | 6.7 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.1 s | 9.4 s | 9.7 s | 10.1 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.6 s | 12.0 s | 12.4 s | 13.0 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.7 s | 14.3 s | 14.7 s | 15.4 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 173 km/h 107 mph | 165 km/h 103 mph | 159 km/h 99 mph | 150 km/h 93 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 285 hp 213 kW |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 248 hp 185 kW |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 221 hp 165 kW |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI184 hp | 184 hp 137 kW |
Seat Leon III FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp has 101 hp more than Seat Leon III FR 2.0 TDI 184 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Seat Leon III FR 2.0 TDI 184 hp and Seat Leon III FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp: 101 hp (75 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 608 Nm 448 lb-ft |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 532 Nm 392 lb-ft |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 475 Nm 350 lb-ft |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI184 hp | 380 Nm 280 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 1,390 kg 3,064 lb |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 1,390 kg 3,064 lb |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 1,390 kg 3,064 lb |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI184 hp | 1,390 kg 3,064 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 269 km/h 167 mph |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 257 km/h 160 mph |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 246 km/h 153 mph |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI184 hp | 228 km/h 142 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 5.7 s |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 6.2 s |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 6.7 s |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI184 hp | 7.5 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Seat Leon III FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp and Seat Leon III FR 2.0 TDI 184 hp: 1.8 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Seat Leon III FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 248 hp and Seat Leon III FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 221 hp, separated by only 0.5 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 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI184 hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 205 hp/t 153 kW/t 4.9 kg/hp |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 179 hp/t 133 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 159 hp/t 118 kW/t 6.3 kg/hp |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI184 hp | 132 hp/t 99 kW/t 7.6 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 1,111 km 690 mi |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 1,111 km 690 mi |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 1,111 km 690 mi |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI184 hp | 1,111 km 690 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 285 hp 213 kW | 5.7 s | 269 km/h 167 mph |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 248 hp 185 kW | 6.2 s | 257 km/h 160 mph |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 221 hp 165 kW | 6.7 s | 246 km/h 153 mph |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI184 hp | 184 hp 137 kW | 7.5 s | 228 km/h 142 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 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp |
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| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp |
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| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp |
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| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI184 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 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp |
| 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp |
| 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp |
| 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI184 hp |
| 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | ||||||
Seat Leon III FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 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 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | 5.7 s |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | 6.2 s |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | 6.7 s |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI184 hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | 7.5 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 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 205 hp/t 153 kW/t 4.9 kg/hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 179 hp/t 133 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 159 hp/t 118 kW/t 6.3 kg/hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI184 hp | 132 hp/t 99 kW/t 7.6 kg/hp | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | SeatLeon IIIFR 2.0 TDI184 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 285 hp 213 kW | 248 hp 185 kW | 221 hp 165 kW | 184 hp 137 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 608 Nm 448 lb-ft | 532 Nm 392 lb-ft | 475 Nm 350 lb-ft | 380 Nm 280 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.7 s | 6.2 s | 6.7 s | 7.5 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 269 km/h 167 mph | 257 km/h 160 mph | 246 km/h 153 mph | 228 km/h 142 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,390 kg 3,064 lb | 1,390 kg 3,064 lb | 1,390 kg 3,064 lb | 1,390 kg 3,064 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | 4.5 L/100 km 52.3 mpg US 62.8 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,111 km 690 mi | 1,111 km 690 mi | 1,111 km 690 mi | 1,111 km 690 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 119 g/km | 119 g/km | 119 g/km | 119 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 | 205 hp/t 153 kW/t 4.9 kg/hp | 179 hp/t 133 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp | 159 hp/t 118 kW/t 6.3 kg/hp | 132 hp/t 99 kW/t 7.6 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 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp | Seat Leon III FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 248 hp | Seat Leon III FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 221 hp | Seat Leon III FR 2.0 TDI 184 hp |
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| Consumption | 4.5 L/100 km52.3 mpg US62.8 mpg UK | 4.5 L/100 km52.3 mpg US62.8 mpg UK | 4.5 L/100 km52.3 mpg US62.8 mpg UK | 4.5 L/100 km52.3 mpg US62.8 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 7.88 LC100 km | 7.88 LC100 km | 7.88 LC100 km | 7.88 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 12.67 LC100 mi | 12.67 LC100 mi | 12.67 LC100 mi | 12.67 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 675 L178 US gal148 UK gal | 675 L178 US gal148 UK gal | 675 L178 US gal148 UK gal | 675 L178 US gal148 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,181 LC/year | 1,181 LC/year | 1,181 LC/year | 1,181 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Seat Leon III FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp
- Has 37 hp more
- Has 76 Nm more
- Is 0.5 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 12 km/h (7 mph) higher top speed
- Has 26 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 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 248 hp
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