Seat Leon Hatchback 2.0 TDI 170 FR+ 5dr

For This model's the sportiest diesel, with lowered and stiffened suspension, plus all the trimmings. It looks the part, yet it's still quite fuel-efficient.

Against It's quick, but is it really a hot hatch? The ride is less rigid than on the previous version of this car, but it's still quite firm.

What Car? says

3 out of 5 stars

Easier to live with than a fully-fledged hot hatch, and capable of returning over 50mpg; this is the real-world alternative to a costly Cupra.

Key facts

0–60mph: 8.2 secs
Top speed: 133 mph
Average mpg: 55.4
Tank range: 670 miles

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Cheaper

Hatchback TwinDrive Ecomotive 5dr
Hatchback 1.4 S 5dr
£14,885
Hatchback 1.2 TSI S Copa 5dr
£16,440
Hatchback 1.2 TSI SE Copa 5dr
£17,225
Hatchback 1.6 TDI 105 S 5dr
£17,395
Hatchback 1.6 TDI 105 S Copa Ecomotive 5dr
£17,880
Hatchback 1.4 TSI FR 5dr
£18,515
Hatchback 1.6 TDI 105 SE Copa 5dr
£18,665
Hatchback 2.0 TDI 140 FR 5dr
£20,555
Hatchback 2.0 TDI 170 FR+ 5dr
£21,780
Hatchback 2.0 TSI 211 FR+ 5dr
£21,940
Hatchback 2.0 TSI 265 Cupra R 5dr
£25,995

More expensive

Hatchback TwinDrive Ecomotive 5dr
Hatchback 1.4 S 5dr
£14,885
Hatchback 1.2 TSI S Copa 5dr
£16,440
Hatchback 1.2 TSI SE Copa 5dr
£17,225
Hatchback 1.6 TDI 105 S 5dr
£17,395
Hatchback 1.6 TDI 105 S Copa Ecomotive 5dr
£17,880
Hatchback 1.4 TSI FR 5dr
£18,515
Hatchback 1.6 TDI 105 SE Copa 5dr
£18,665
Hatchback 2.0 TDI 140 FR 5dr
£20,555
Hatchback 2.0 TDI 170 FR+ 5dr
£21,780
Hatchback 2.0 TSI 211 FR+ 5dr
£21,940
Hatchback 2.0 TSI 265 Cupra R 5dr
£25,995

The Seat Leon Hatchback full review Read in full

Performance
4 out of 5 stars
Punchy 1.4 TSI is the pick
Ride & Handling
3 out of 5 stars
Fun, but a firm ride
Refinement
3 out of 5 stars
Road noise ruins things
Buying & Owning
4 out of 5 stars
Affordable; decent residuals
Quality & Reliability
3 out of 5 stars
Drab, if durable
Safety & Security
4 out of 5 stars
Great safety; should prove secure
Behind The Wheel
4 out of 5 stars
Good seats and lots of adjustment
Space & Practicality
3 out of 5 stars
Roomy, but some compromises
Equipment
4 out of 5 stars
All models are well stocked

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Buyer's notes

Target Price team says:

Leons are a bit like curry: there's everything from a mild eco model right up to a fiery, full-spice, blow-your-socks-off Cupra R, and a range of hot models in between that should suit most tastes.

Petrol buyers have a wide choice – from the entry-level 1.4 to the 1.2- and 1.4 TSI units, as well as three 2.0-litre turbos in the FR, Cupra and Cupra R.

Diesel options include a 1.6 that can be specified in Seat's 'green' Ecomotive trim. There are a couple of 2.0-litre turbodiesels, too, with 138- or 168bhp.

All models come well equipped, but we'd stay away from Sport models that have stiffer suspension.

Seat dealers are always willing to haggle, so check our What Car? Target Prices for a starting point. Also check Seat's website for the latest offers, because 0% APR finance deals are regularly available on a range of models.