Seat Leon III ST · Facelift 2016
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Seat Leon III ST · Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI · Stage 3vsSeat Leon III ST · Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI · Stage 2vsSeat Leon III ST · Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI · Stage 1vsSeat Leon III ST · Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI
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New comparisonSeat Leon III ST · Facelift 2016
2.0 TDI (Stage 2)
Seat Leon III ST · Facelift 2016
2.0 TDI (Stage 1)
Seat Leon III ST · Facelift 2016
2.0 TDI
Comparison overview
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Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h5.9 s
- Fastest top speed266 km/h165 mph
- Most powerful285 hp213 kW
- Highest torque608 Nm448 lb-ft
- Lightest1,340 kg2,954 lb
- Best power-to-weight213 hp/t159 kW/t4.7 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption4.6 L/100 km51.1 mpg US61.4 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions121 g/km
- Best estimated range1,087 km675 mi
- Largest trunk587 L
- Best overall score75/100
- Best performance score70/100
- Best economy score94/100
- Best practicality score87/100
Specification comparison
| Model | SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 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 | 1,340kg2,954lb | 1,340kg2,954lb | 1,340kg2,954lb | 1,340kg2,954lb |
| Gross weight | 1,970kg4,343lb | 1,970kg4,343lb | 1,970kg4,343lb | 1,970kg4,343lb |
| Top speed | 266 km/h 165 mph | 254 km/h 158 mph | 243 km/h 151 mph | 228 km/h 142 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 58.8s99% target: 263 km/h / 164 mph-12.3 s Calculated | 63.2s99% target: 251 km/h / 156 mph-7.9 s Calculated | 66.2s99% target: 241 km/h / 149 mph-4.9 s Calculated | 71.1s99% target: 226 km/h / 140 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.9s-1.9 s | 6.5s-1.3 s | 7.0s-0.8 s | 7.8s |
| 0-200 km/h | 17.7s-13.1 s Calculated | 20.7s-10.2 s Calculated | 23.9s-6.9 s Calculated | 30.8s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.7s-1.7 s Calculated | 6.2s-1.2 s Calculated | 6.6s-0.8 s Calculated | 7.4s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 4.6L/100 km51.1mpg US61.4mpg UK | 4.6L/100 km51.1mpg US61.4mpg UK | 4.6L/100 km51.1mpg US61.4mpg UK | 4.6L/100 km51.1mpg US61.4mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 13.8s-1.8 s Calculated | 14.4s-1.2 s Calculated | 14.9s-0.8 s Calculated | 15.6s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 213hp/t159kW/t97hp/1000 lb Calculated | 185hp/t138kW/t84hp/1000 lb Calculated | 165hp/t123kW/t75hp/1000 lb Calculated | 137hp/t102kW/t62hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 454Nm/t304lb-ft/ton Calculated | 397Nm/t266lb-ft/ton Calculated | 354Nm/t237lb-ft/ton Calculated | 284Nm/t190lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,087km675mi Calculated | 1,087km675mi Calculated | 1,087km675mi Calculated | 1,087km675mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu 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 | 1,508mm59in | 1,508mm59in | 1,508mm59in | 1,508mm59in |
| Trunk volume | 587L | 587L | 587L | 587L |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 50L | 50L | 50L | 50L |
| CO2 emissions | 121g/km | 121g/km | 121g/km | 121g/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 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp: Power / Torque
- Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 248 hp: Power / Torque
- Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 221 hp: Power / Torque
- Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI 184 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 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 III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI184 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.7 s | 6.2 s | 6.6 s | 7.4 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.9 s | 6.5 s | 7.0 s | 7.8 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 17.7 s | 20.7 s | 23.9 s | 30.8 s |
| Top speed | 266 km/h 165 mph | 254 km/h 158 mph | 243 km/h 151 mph | 228 km/h 142 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.6 s | 2.6 s | 2.7 s | 2.8 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.3 s | 6.5 s | 6.7 s | 7.0 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.3 s | 9.6 s | 9.9 s | 10.4 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.8 s | 12.2 s | 12.6 s | 13.2 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.8 s | 14.4 s | 14.9 s | 15.6 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 177 km/h 110 mph | 169 km/h 105 mph | 162 km/h 101 mph | 153 km/h 95 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 285 hp 213 kW |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 248 hp 185 kW |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 221 hp 165 kW |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI184 hp | 184 hp 137 kW |
Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp has 101 hp more than Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI 184 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI 184 hp and Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 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 III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 608 Nm 448 lb-ft |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 532 Nm 392 lb-ft |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 475 Nm 350 lb-ft |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI184 hp | 380 Nm 280 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 1,340 kg 2,954 lb |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 1,340 kg 2,954 lb |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 1,340 kg 2,954 lb |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI184 hp | 1,340 kg 2,954 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 20162.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 266 km/h 165 mph |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 254 km/h 158 mph |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 243 km/h 151 mph |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI184 hp | 228 km/h 142 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp and Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI 184 hp: 1.9 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 248 hp and Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 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 III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI184 hp | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 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 III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 213 hp/t 159 kW/t 4.7 kg/hp |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 185 hp/t 138 kW/t 5.4 kg/hp |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 165 hp/t 123 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI184 hp | 137 hp/t 102 kW/t 7.3 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 1,087 km 675 mi |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 1,087 km 675 mi |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 1,087 km 675 mi |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI184 hp | 1,087 km 675 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 20162.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 285 hp 213 kW | 5.9 s | 266 km/h 165 mph |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 248 hp 185 kW | 6.5 s | 254 km/h 158 mph |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 221 hp 165 kW | 7.0 s | 243 km/h 151 mph |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI184 hp | 184 hp 137 kW | 7.8 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 III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp |
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| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp |
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| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 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 III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp |
| 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp |
| 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp |
| 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI184 hp |
| 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK | ||||||
Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 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 III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK | 5.9 s |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK | 6.5 s |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK | 7.0 s |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI184 hp | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 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 20162.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 213 hp/t 159 kW/t 4.7 kg/hp | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 185 hp/t 138 kW/t 5.4 kg/hp | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 165 hp/t 123 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK |
| SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI184 hp | 137 hp/t 102 kW/t 7.3 kg/hp | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | SeatLeon III STFacelift 20162.0 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 | 5.9 s | 6.5 s | 7.0 s | 7.8 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 266 km/h 165 mph | 254 km/h 158 mph | 243 km/h 151 mph | 228 km/h 142 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,340 kg 2,954 lb | 1,340 kg 2,954 lb | 1,340 kg 2,954 lb | 1,340 kg 2,954 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,087 km 675 mi | 1,087 km 675 mi | 1,087 km 675 mi | 1,087 km 675 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 121 g/km | 121 g/km | 121 g/km | 121 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 | 213 hp/t 159 kW/t 4.7 kg/hp | 185 hp/t 138 kW/t 5.4 kg/hp | 165 hp/t 123 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp | 137 hp/t 102 kW/t 7.3 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 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp | Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 248 hp | Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 221 hp | Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 2.0 TDI 184 hp |
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| Consumption | 4.6 L/100 km51.1 mpg US61.4 mpg UK | 4.6 L/100 km51.1 mpg US61.4 mpg UK | 4.6 L/100 km51.1 mpg US61.4 mpg UK | 4.6 L/100 km51.1 mpg US61.4 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 8.05 LC100 km | 8.05 LC100 km | 8.05 LC100 km | 8.05 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 12.96 LC100 mi | 12.96 LC100 mi | 12.96 LC100 mi | 12.96 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 690 L182 US gal152 UK gal | 690 L182 US gal152 UK gal | 690 L182 US gal152 UK gal | 690 L182 US gal152 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,208 LC/year | 1,208 LC/year | 1,208 LC/year | 1,208 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Seat Leon III ST Facelift 2016 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 27 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 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 248 hp
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