Two cars on the same rows. The figures are all here, with their sources, so you can read them yourself and decide what matters.
| SEAT Leon | Volkswagen Polo | |
|---|---|---|
| Model years (differs) | 2020-now | 2017-now |
| From (indicative) (differs) | € 30,990 | € 24,990 |
| 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) | 71/100 | 78/100 |
| Efficiency (differs) | 70/100 | 74/100 |
| Practicality (differs) | 71/100 | 70/100 |
| Value retention (differs) | 66/100 | n/a |
| Sustainability (environmental impact) (differs) | n/a | 44/100 |
| Specifications | ||
| Power (hp) (differs) | 150 | 95 |
| 0–100 km/h (s) (differs) | 8.7 | 10.8 |
| Top speed (km/h) (differs) | 217 | 188 |
| Length (mm) (differs) | 4368 | 4074 |
| Width (mm) (differs) | 1799 | 1751 |
| Height (mm) (differs) | 1442 | 1451 |
| Kerb weight (kg) (differs) | 1349 | 1173 |
| Consumption WLTP (l/100km) (differs) | 5.7 | 5.4 |
| Petrol consumption (l/100km) (differs) | 5.7 | – |
| Max. towing weight, braked (kg) (differs) | 1500 | 1000 |
| Boot (l) (differs) | 380 | 351 |
| 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 · 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.
Profile · VI facelift (2024)
Compact five-door on the MQB-A0 platform, still in production after the 2021 facelift. Entry engine is the 1.0 TSI with 95 hp; 351 litre boot, braked towing weight 1,000 kg. WLTP consumption 5.4 l/100km (manufacturer figure, not measured by us). Indicative starting price; consult the official configurator for a current figure.
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