Seat Leon III ST · Facelift 2016
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Seat Leon III ST · Facelift 2016 1.8 TSI · Stage 3vsSeat Leon III ST · Facelift 2016 1.8 TSI · Stage 2vsSeat Leon III ST · Facelift 2016 1.8 TSI · Stage 1vsSeat Leon III ST · Facelift 2016 1.8 TSI
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
New comparisonSeat Leon III ST · Facelift 2016
1.8 TSI (Stage 2)
Seat Leon III ST · Facelift 2016
1.8 TSI (Stage 1)
Seat Leon III ST · Facelift 2016
1.8 TSI
Comparison overview
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Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 1.8 TSI (Stage 3) 270 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h6.1 s
- Fastest top speed261 km/h162 mph
- Most powerful270 hp201 kW
- Highest torque388 Nm286 lb-ft
- Lightest1,280 kg2,822 lb
- Best power-to-weight211 hp/t157 kW/t4.7 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption6.0 L/100 km39.2 mpg US47.1 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption7.5 L/100 km31.4 mpg US37.7 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption5.1 L/100 km46.1 mpg US55.4 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions138 g/km
- Best estimated range833 km518 mi
- Largest trunk587 L
- Best overall score71/100
- Best performance score64/100
- Best economy score91/100
- Best practicality score87/100
Specification comparison
| Model | SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 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 | 1,280kg2,822lb | 1,280kg2,822lb | 1,280kg2,822lb | 1,280kg2,822lb |
| Gross weight | 1,900kg4,189lb | 1,900kg4,189lb | 1,900kg4,189lb | 1,900kg4,189lb |
| Top speed | 261 km/h 162 mph | 249 km/h 155 mph | 240 km/h 149 mph | 226 km/h 140 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 58.5s99% target: 258 km/h / 161 mph-11.0 s Calculated | 63.0s99% target: 247 km/h / 153 mph-6.5 s Calculated | 65.4s99% target: 238 km/h / 148 mph-4.1 s Calculated | 69.5s99% target: 224 km/h / 139 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.1s-1.8 s | 6.6s-1.2 s | 7.0s-0.8 s | 7.8s |
| 0-200 km/h | 18.3s-12.9 s Calculated | 21.6s-9.6 s Calculated | 24.5s-6.7 s Calculated | 31.2s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.8s-1.6 s Calculated | 6.3s-1.1 s Calculated | 6.7s-0.7 s Calculated | 7.4s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 6L/100 km39.2mpg US47.1mpg UK | 6L/100 km39.2mpg US47.1mpg UK | 6L/100 km39.2mpg US47.1mpg UK | 6L/100 km39.2mpg US47.1mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 7.5L/100 km31.4mpg US37.7mpg UK | 7.5L/100 km31.4mpg US37.7mpg UK | 7.5L/100 km31.4mpg US37.7mpg UK | 7.5L/100 km31.4mpg US37.7mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 5.1L/100 km46.1mpg US55.4mpg UK | 5.1L/100 km46.1mpg US55.4mpg UK | 5.1L/100 km46.1mpg US55.4mpg UK | 5.1L/100 km46.1mpg US55.4mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 14.0s-1.7 s Calculated | 14.6s-1.1 s Calculated | 14.9s-0.7 s Calculated | 15.6s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 211hp/t157kW/t96hp/1000 lb Calculated | 183hp/t136kW/t83hp/1000 lb Calculated | 166hp/t124kW/t75hp/1000 lb Calculated | 141hp/t105kW/t64hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 303Nm/t203lb-ft/ton Calculated | 264Nm/t176lb-ft/ton Calculated | 238Nm/t159lb-ft/ton Calculated | 195Nm/t131lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 833km518mi Calculated | 833km518mi Calculated | 833km518mi Calculated | 833km518mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,798cc110cu in | 1,798cc110cu in | 1,798cc110cu in | 1,798cc110cu in |
| Length | 4,549mm179in | 4,549mm179in | 4,549mm179in | 4,549mm179in |
| Width | 1,816mm71in | 1,816mm71in | 1,816mm71in | 1,816mm71in |
| Height | 1,454mm57in | 1,454mm57in | 1,454mm57in | 1,454mm57in |
| Wheelbase | 2,636mm104in | 2,636mm104in | 2,636mm104in | 2,636mm104in |
| Front track | 1,538mm61in | 1,538mm61in | 1,538mm61in | 1,538mm61in |
| Rear track | 1,512mm60in | 1,512mm60in | 1,512mm60in | 1,512mm60in |
| Trunk volume | 587L | 587L | 587L | 587L |
| Max trunk volume | 1,470L | 1,470L | 1,470L | 1,470L |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 50L | 50L | 50L | 50L |
| CO2 emissions | 138g/km | 138g/km | 138g/km | 138g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 1.8 TSI (Stage 3) 270 hp: Power / Torque
- Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 1.8 TSI (Stage 2) 234 hp: Power / Torque
- Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 1.8 TSI (Stage 1) 212 hp: Power / Torque
- Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 1.8 TSI 180 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 5,100-6,200 rpm | 1,250-5,000 rpm | 6,450 rpm |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 5,100-6,200 rpm | 1,250-5,000 rpm | 6,450 rpm |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 5,100-6,200 rpm | 1,250-5,000 rpm | 6,450 rpm |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 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 III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI180 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.8 s | 6.3 s | 6.7 s | 7.4 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 6.1 s | 6.6 s | 7.0 s | 7.8 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 18.3 s | 21.6 s | 24.5 s | 31.2 s |
| Top speed | 261 km/h 162 mph | 249 km/h 155 mph | 240 km/h 149 mph | 226 km/h 140 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.6 s | 2.6 s | 2.7 s | 2.8 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.4 s | 6.6 s | 6.8 s | 7.0 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.4 s | 9.7 s | 10.0 s | 10.4 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.9 s | 12.4 s | 12.7 s | 13.2 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 14.0 s | 14.6 s | 14.9 s | 15.6 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 175 km/h 109 mph | 167 km/h 104 mph | 161 km/h 100 mph | 153 km/h 95 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 270 hp 201 kW |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 234 hp 174 kW |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 212 hp 158 kW |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI180 hp | 180 hp 134 kW |
Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 1.8 TSI (Stage 3) 270 hp has 90 hp more than Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 1.8 TSI 180 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 1.8 TSI 180 hp and Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 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 III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 388 Nm 286 lb-ft |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 338 Nm 249 lb-ft |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 305 Nm 225 lb-ft |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI180 hp | 250 Nm 184 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 1,280 kg 2,822 lb |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 1,280 kg 2,822 lb |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 1,280 kg 2,822 lb |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI180 hp | 1,280 kg 2,822 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 261 km/h 162 mph |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 249 km/h 155 mph |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 240 km/h 149 mph |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI180 hp | 226 km/h 140 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 ST Facelift 2016 1.8 TSI (Stage 3) 270 hp and Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 1.8 TSI 180 hp: 1.8 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 1.8 TSI (Stage 2) 234 hp and Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 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 III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI180 hp | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 211 hp/t 157 kW/t 4.7 kg/hp |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 183 hp/t 136 kW/t 5.5 kg/hp |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 166 hp/t 124 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI180 hp | 141 hp/t 105 kW/t 7.1 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 833 km 518 mi |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 833 km 518 mi |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 833 km 518 mi |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI180 hp | 833 km 518 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 270 hp 201 kW | 6.1 s | 261 km/h 162 mph |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 234 hp 174 kW | 6.6 s | 249 km/h 155 mph |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 212 hp 158 kW | 7.0 s | 240 km/h 149 mph |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI180 hp | 180 hp 134 kW | 7.8 s | 226 km/h 140 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 III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp |
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| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 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 III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp |
| 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp |
| 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp |
| 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI180 hp |
| 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK | ||||||
Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 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 III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK | 6.1 s |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK | 6.6 s |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK | 7.0 s |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI180 hp | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK | 7.8 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 III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 211 hp/t 157 kW/t 4.7 kg/hp | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 183 hp/t 136 kW/t 5.5 kg/hp | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 166 hp/t 124 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI180 hp | 141 hp/t 105 kW/t 7.1 kg/hp | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | SeatLeon III STFacelift 20161.8 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 | 6.1 s | 6.6 s | 7.0 s | 7.8 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 261 km/h 162 mph | 249 km/h 155 mph | 240 km/h 149 mph | 226 km/h 140 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,280 kg 2,822 lb | 1,280 kg 2,822 lb | 1,280 kg 2,822 lb | 1,280 kg 2,822 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 833 km 518 mi | 833 km 518 mi | 833 km 518 mi | 833 km 518 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 138 g/km | 138 g/km | 138 g/km | 138 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 587 L 20.7 cu ft | 587 L 20.7 cu ft | 587 L 20.7 cu ft | 587 L 20.7 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 211 hp/t 157 kW/t 4.7 kg/hp | 183 hp/t 136 kW/t 5.5 kg/hp | 166 hp/t 124 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp | 141 hp/t 105 kW/t 7.1 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 1.8 TSI (Stage 3) 270 hp | Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 1.8 TSI (Stage 2) 234 hp | Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 1.8 TSI (Stage 1) 212 hp | Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 1.8 TSI 180 hp |
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| Consumption | 6 L/100 km39.2 mpg US47.1 mpg UK | 6 L/100 km39.2 mpg US47.1 mpg UK | 6 L/100 km39.2 mpg US47.1 mpg UK | 6 L/100 km39.2 mpg US47.1 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 10.50 LC100 km | 10.50 LC100 km | 10.50 LC100 km | 10.50 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 16.90 LC100 mi | 16.90 LC100 mi | 16.90 LC100 mi | 16.90 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 900 L238 US gal198 UK gal | 900 L238 US gal198 UK gal | 900 L238 US gal198 UK gal | 900 L238 US gal198 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,575 LC/year | 1,575 LC/year | 1,575 LC/year | 1,575 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 1.8 TSI (Stage 3) 270 hp
- Has 36 hp more
- Has 50 Nm more
- Is 0.6 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 12 km/h (7 mph) higher top speed
- Has 28 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 ST Facelift 2016 1.8 TSI (Stage 2) 234 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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