Seat Leon III · Facelift 2016
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Seat Leon III · Facelift 2016 FR 2.0 TDI · Stage 3vsSeat Leon III · Facelift 2016 FR 2.0 TDI · Stage 2vsSeat Leon III · Facelift 2016 FR 2.0 TDI · Stage 1vsSeat Leon III · Facelift 2016 FR 2.0 TDI
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
New comparisonSeat Leon III · Facelift 2016
FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)
Seat Leon III · Facelift 2016
FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)
Seat Leon III · Facelift 2016
FR 2.0 TDI
Comparison overview
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Seat Leon III Facelift 2016 FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h6.4 s
- Fastest top speed251 km/h156 mph
- Most powerful233 hp173 kW
- Highest torque544 Nm401 lb-ft
- Lightest1,230 kg2,712 lb
- Best power-to-weight189 hp/t141 kW/t5.3 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption4.3 L/100 km54.7 mpg US65.7 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions110 g/km
- Best estimated range1,163 km723 mi
- Largest trunk380 L
- Best overall score67/100
- Best performance score64/100
- Best economy score95/100
- Best practicality score74/100
Specification comparison
| Model | SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI150 hp |
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| Power | 233hp173kW+83 hp | 203hp151kW+53 hp | 180hp134kW+30 hp | 150hp112kW |
| Torque | 544Nm401lb-ft+204 Nm | 476Nm351lb-ft+136 Nm | 425Nm313lb-ft+85 Nm | 340Nm251lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,230kg2,712lb | 1,230kg2,712lb | 1,230kg2,712lb | 1,230kg2,712lb |
| Gross weight | 1,820kg4,012lb | 1,820kg4,012lb | 1,820kg4,012lb | 1,820kg4,012lb |
| Top speed | 251 km/h 156 mph | 240 km/h 149 mph | 230 km/h 143 mph | 215 km/h 134 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 73.9s99% target: 248 km/h / 154 mph-12.3 s Calculated | 78.8s99% target: 238 km/h / 148 mph-7.4 s Calculated | 81.9s99% target: 228 km/h / 141 mph-4.2 s Calculated | 86.2s99% target: 213 km/h / 132 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.4s-2.0 s | 7.0s-1.4 s | 7.5s-0.9 s | 8.4s |
| 0-200 km/h | 22.7s-22.8 s Calculated | 27.1s-18.4 s Calculated | 32.2s-13.3 s Calculated | 45.5s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 6.1s-1.9 s Calculated | 6.6s-1.3 s Calculated | 7.1s-0.8 s Calculated | 7.9s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 4.3L/100 km54.7mpg US65.7mpg UK | 4.3L/100 km54.7mpg US65.7mpg UK | 4.3L/100 km54.7mpg US65.7mpg UK | 4.3L/100 km54.7mpg US65.7mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 14.4s-1.7 s Calculated | 14.9s-1.2 s Calculated | 15.4s-0.7 s Calculated | 16.1s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 189hp/t141kW/t86hp/1000 lb Calculated | 165hp/t123kW/t75hp/1000 lb Calculated | 146hp/t109kW/t66hp/1000 lb Calculated | 122hp/t91kW/t55hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 442Nm/t296lb-ft/ton Calculated | 387Nm/t259lb-ft/ton Calculated | 346Nm/t231lb-ft/ton Calculated | 276Nm/t185lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,163km723mi Calculated | 1,163km723mi Calculated | 1,163km723mi Calculated | 1,163km723mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu in |
| Length | 4,281mm169in | 4,281mm169in | 4,281mm169in | 4,281mm169in |
| 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 | 1,538mm61in | 1,538mm61in | 1,538mm61in | 1,538mm61in |
| Rear track | 1,512mm60in | 1,512mm60in | 1,512mm60in | 1,512mm60in |
| Trunk volume | 380L | 380L | 380L | 380L |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 50L | 50L | 50L | 50L |
| CO2 emissions | 110g/km | 110g/km | 110g/km | 110g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Seat Leon III Facelift 2016 FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp: Power / Torque
- Seat Leon III Facelift 2016 FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 203 hp: Power / Torque
- Seat Leon III Facelift 2016 FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 180 hp: Power / Torque
- Seat Leon III Facelift 2016 FR 2.0 TDI 150 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI150 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 IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI150 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 6.1 s | 6.6 s | 7.1 s | 7.9 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 6.4 s | 7.0 s | 7.5 s | 8.4 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 22.7 s | 27.1 s | 32.2 s | 45.5 s |
| Top speed | 251 km/h 156 mph | 240 km/h 149 mph | 230 km/h 143 mph | 215 km/h 134 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.5 s | 2.5 s | 2.6 s | 2.6 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.4 s | 6.6 s | 6.7 s | 7.0 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.5 s | 9.8 s | 10.1 s | 10.5 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 12.2 s | 12.6 s | 13.0 s | 13.6 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 14.4 s | 14.9 s | 15.4 s | 16.1 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 164 km/h 102 mph | 157 km/h 97 mph | 151 km/h 94 mph | 143 km/h 89 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 233 hp 173 kW |
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 203 hp 151 kW |
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 180 hp 134 kW |
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI150 hp | 150 hp 112 kW |
Seat Leon III Facelift 2016 FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp has 83 hp more than Seat Leon III Facelift 2016 FR 2.0 TDI 150 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Seat Leon III Facelift 2016 FR 2.0 TDI 150 hp and Seat Leon III Facelift 2016 FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp: 83 hp (62 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 544 Nm 401 lb-ft |
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 476 Nm 351 lb-ft |
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 425 Nm 313 lb-ft |
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI150 hp | 340 Nm 251 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 1,230 kg 2,712 lb |
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 1,230 kg 2,712 lb |
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 1,230 kg 2,712 lb |
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI150 hp | 1,230 kg 2,712 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 251 km/h 156 mph |
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 240 km/h 149 mph |
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 230 km/h 143 mph |
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI150 hp | 215 km/h 134 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Seat Leon III Facelift 2016 FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp and Seat Leon III Facelift 2016 FR 2.0 TDI 150 hp: 2.0 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Seat Leon III Facelift 2016 FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 203 hp and Seat Leon III Facelift 2016 FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 180 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 IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 4.3 L/100 km 54.7 mpg US 65.7 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 4.3 L/100 km 54.7 mpg US 65.7 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 4.3 L/100 km 54.7 mpg US 65.7 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI150 hp | 4.3 L/100 km 54.7 mpg US 65.7 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 IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 189 hp/t 141 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp |
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 165 hp/t 123 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp |
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 146 hp/t 109 kW/t 6.8 kg/hp |
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI150 hp | 122 hp/t 91 kW/t 8.2 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 1,163 km 723 mi |
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 1,163 km 723 mi |
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 1,163 km 723 mi |
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI150 hp | 1,163 km 723 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 233 hp 173 kW | 6.4 s | 251 km/h 156 mph |
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 203 hp 151 kW | 7.0 s | 240 km/h 149 mph |
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 180 hp 134 kW | 7.5 s | 230 km/h 143 mph |
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI150 hp | 150 hp 112 kW | 8.4 s | 215 km/h 134 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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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 IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp |
| 4.3 L/100 km 54.7 mpg US 65.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp |
| 4.3 L/100 km 54.7 mpg US 65.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp |
| 4.3 L/100 km 54.7 mpg US 65.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI150 hp |
| 4.3 L/100 km 54.7 mpg US 65.7 mpg UK | ||||||
Seat Leon III Facelift 2016 FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 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 IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 4.3 L/100 km 54.7 mpg US 65.7 mpg UK | 6.4 s |
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 4.3 L/100 km 54.7 mpg US 65.7 mpg UK | 7.0 s |
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 4.3 L/100 km 54.7 mpg US 65.7 mpg UK | 7.5 s |
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI150 hp | 4.3 L/100 km 54.7 mpg US 65.7 mpg UK | 8.4 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 IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 189 hp/t 141 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp | 4.3 L/100 km 54.7 mpg US 65.7 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 165 hp/t 123 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp | 4.3 L/100 km 54.7 mpg US 65.7 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 146 hp/t 109 kW/t 6.8 kg/hp | 4.3 L/100 km 54.7 mpg US 65.7 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI150 hp | 122 hp/t 91 kW/t 8.2 kg/hp | 4.3 L/100 km 54.7 mpg US 65.7 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | SeatLeon IIIFacelift 2016FR 2.0 TDI150 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 233 hp 173 kW | 203 hp 151 kW | 180 hp 134 kW | 150 hp 112 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 544 Nm 401 lb-ft | 476 Nm 351 lb-ft | 425 Nm 313 lb-ft | 340 Nm 251 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 6.4 s | 7.0 s | 7.5 s | 8.4 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 251 km/h 156 mph | 240 km/h 149 mph | 230 km/h 143 mph | 215 km/h 134 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,230 kg 2,712 lb | 1,230 kg 2,712 lb | 1,230 kg 2,712 lb | 1,230 kg 2,712 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 4.3 L/100 km 54.7 mpg US 65.7 mpg UK | 4.3 L/100 km 54.7 mpg US 65.7 mpg UK | 4.3 L/100 km 54.7 mpg US 65.7 mpg UK | 4.3 L/100 km 54.7 mpg US 65.7 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,163 km 723 mi | 1,163 km 723 mi | 1,163 km 723 mi | 1,163 km 723 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 110 g/km | 110 g/km | 110 g/km | 110 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 | 189 hp/t 141 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp | 165 hp/t 123 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp | 146 hp/t 109 kW/t 6.8 kg/hp | 122 hp/t 91 kW/t 8.2 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Seat Leon III Facelift 2016 FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp | Seat Leon III Facelift 2016 FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 203 hp | Seat Leon III Facelift 2016 FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 180 hp | Seat Leon III Facelift 2016 FR 2.0 TDI 150 hp |
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| Consumption | 4.3 L/100 km54.7 mpg US65.7 mpg UK | 4.3 L/100 km54.7 mpg US65.7 mpg UK | 4.3 L/100 km54.7 mpg US65.7 mpg UK | 4.3 L/100 km54.7 mpg US65.7 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 7.52 LC100 km | 7.52 LC100 km | 7.52 LC100 km | 7.52 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 12.11 LC100 mi | 12.11 LC100 mi | 12.11 LC100 mi | 12.11 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 645 L170 US gal142 UK gal | 645 L170 US gal142 UK gal | 645 L170 US gal142 UK gal | 645 L170 US gal142 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,129 LC/year | 1,129 LC/year | 1,129 LC/year | 1,129 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Seat Leon III Facelift 2016 FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp
- Has 30 hp more
- Has 68 Nm more
- Is 0.6 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 11 km/h (7 mph) higher top speed
- Has 24 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 Facelift 2016 FR 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 203 hp
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