Two cars on the same rows. The figures are all here, with their sources, so you can read them yourself and decide what matters.
| Kia Ceed | SEAT Leon | |
|---|---|---|
| Model years (differs) | 2018-now | 2020-now |
| From (indicative) (differs) | € 26,995 | € 30,990 |
| Status | Available | Available |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| RatingsRating figures: higher is better (scale 0-100). What each category measures is explained on the methodology page. | ||
| Reliability (differs) | 79/100 | 71/100 |
| Combined efficiency rating (differs) | 68/100 | – |
| Practicality (differs) | 72/100 | 71/100 |
| Value retention (differs) | n/a | 66/100 |
| Sustainability (environmental impact) (differs) | 40/100 | n/a |
| Efficiency | 70/100 | 70/100 |
| Specifications | ||
| Power (hp) (differs) | 140 | 150 |
| 0–100 km/h (s) (differs) | 9.5 | 8.7 |
| Top speed (km/h) (differs) | 197 | 217 |
| Length (mm) (differs) | 4315 | 4368 |
| Width (mm) (differs) | 1800 | 1799 |
| Height (mm) (differs) | 1447 | 1442 |
| Kerb weight (kg) (differs) | 1360 | 1349 |
| Max. towing weight, braked (kg) (differs) | 1400 | 1500 |
| Boot (l) (differs) | 395 | 380 |
| Consumption WLTP (l/100km) (differs) | 6 | 5.7 |
| Petrol consumption (l/100km) (differs) | – | 5.7 |
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
OEM datasheets + RDW + ADAC (see methodology); rating and reference dates are listed per figure
A short write-up on each car, one paragraph apiece. We describe them on their own terms rather than picking a winner.
Profile · CD, derde-generatie facelift (2024)
C-segment hatchback, third generation with facelift. The common version has a 1.5 T-GDI four-cylinder with mild-hybrid support around 140 hp; WLTP consumption around 6.0 l/100km (manufacturer figure, not measured by us). Boot 395 l, five seats. Indicative from-price; check the official configurator for the current figure.
Profile · IV 1.5 TSI (Typ KL, 2020-)
C-segment hatchback on the MQB-Evo platform, shared with the Volkswagen Golf and Skoda Octavia among others. The 1.5 TSI with 150 hp is the common petrol engine, with cylinder deactivation. WLTP consumption around 5.7 l/100km (manufacturer figure indicative); owners report 6.5-7 l/100km mixed (public forums not measured by us). Boot 380 l is average for the class, the Sportstourer estate version offers more.
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No tax or financial advice. Every figure shows its source and reference date. Always compare with an independent adviser and the official source. Source: OEM datasheets + RDW + ADAC (see methodology); rating and reference dates are listed per figure.