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SEAT Leon Specs, Engines & Dimensions (2005–2009) — Second Generation

The second-generation SEAT Leon is a compact five-door hatchback with a coupe-like roofline and hidden rear door handles, offering practical family space alongside the sharper handling the brand is known for.

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SEAT Leon Engines and Transmissions

The SEAT Leon engine range spans gasoline and diesel units. Diesels such as the 1.9 MT with its manual gearbox suit high-mileage drivers, while the 2.0 AT pairs diesel torque with an automatic. Gasoline versions like the 1.8 DSG use a robotic transmission for quick, smooth shifts. All these examples drive the front wheels.

Hatchback 5-door — SEAT Leon Engines and Transmissions

Hatchback 5-door SEAT Leon Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
1.4 MTGasoline1390 cm³125 hp92 kW200 N⋅mManualFWD
1.4 MTGasoline1390 cm³85 hp63 kW132 N⋅mManualFWD
2.0 MTGasoline1984 cm³150 hp110 kW200 N⋅mManualFWD
2.0 MTGasoline1984 cm³286 hp210 kW360 N⋅mManualFWD
1.9 MTDiesel1896 cm³105 hp77 kW250 N⋅mManualFWD
2.0 ATDiesel1968 cm³170 hp125 kW350 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
1.8 DSGGasoline1798 cm³160 hp117 kW250 N⋅mRoboticFWD
1.6 MTGasoline1595 cm³102 hp75 kW148 N⋅mManualFWD
2.0 ATGasoline1984 cm³150 hp110 kW200 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
2.0 MTGasoline1984 cm³185 hp136 kW270 N⋅mManualFWD
2.0 MTGasoline1984 cm³200 hp147 kW280 N⋅mManualFWD
2.0 DSGDiesel1968 cm³140 hp104 kW320 N⋅mRoboticFWD
2.0 MTDiesel1968 cm³170 hp125 kW350 N⋅mManualFWD
2.0 DSGGasoline1984 cm³200 hp147 kW280 N⋅mRoboticFWD
1.8 MTGasoline1798 cm³160 hp117 kW250 N⋅mManualFWD

SEAT Leon Dimensions

Hatchback 5-door — SEAT Leon Dimensions

Hatchback 5-door SEAT Leon Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weightMax weightGround clearance, minimum
1.4 MT4315 mm1768 mm1458 mm2578 mm1249 kg1819 kg160 mm
1.4 MT4315 mm1768 mm1458 mm2578 mm1275 kg1770 kg130 mm
2.0 MT4315 mm1768 mm1458 mm2578 mm1260 kg1830 kg160 mm
2.0 MT4315 mm1768 mm1458 mm2578 mm1375 kg1945 kg130 mm
1.9 MT4315 mm1768 mm1458 mm2578 mm1290 kg1860 kg160 mm
2.0 AT4315 mm1768 mm1458 mm2578 mm1331 kg1901 kg130 mm
1.8 DSG4315 mm1768 mm1458 mm2578 mm1370 kg1865 kg160 mm
1.6 MT4315 mm1768 mm1458 mm2578 mm1205 kg1783 kg160 mm
2.0 AT4315 mm1768 mm1458 mm2578 mm1260 kg1830 kg130 mm
2.0 MT4315 mm1768 mm1458 mm2578 mm1334 kg1904 kg130 mm
2.0 MT4315 mm1768 mm1458 mm2578 mm1335 kg1905 kg160 mm
2.0 DSG4315 mm1768 mm1458 mm2578 mm1355 kg1925 kg160 mm
2.0 MT4315 mm1768 mm1458 mm2578 mm1330 kg1900 kg140 mm
2.0 DSG4315 mm1768 mm1458 mm2578 mm1335 kg1905 kg160 mm
1.8 MT4315 mm1768 mm1458 mm2578 mm1355 kg1850 kg160 mm

SEAT Leon Cargo Space

Hatchback 5-door — SEAT Leon Cargo Space

Hatchback 5-door SEAT Leon Cargo Space
ModificationTrunk volume minTrunk volume max
1.4 MT341 l1100 l
1.4 MT341 l1100 l
2.0 MT341 l1100 l
2.0 MT341 l1100 l
1.9 MT341 l1100 l
2.0 AT341 l1100 l
1.8 DSG341 l1100 l
1.6 MT341 l1100 l
2.0 AT341 l1100 l
2.0 MT341 l1100 l
2.0 MT341 l1100 l
2.0 DSG341 l1100 l
2.0 MT341 l1100 l
2.0 DSG341 l1100 l
1.8 MT341 l1100 l

SEAT Leon Trims and Equipment

SEAT Leon trim levels sit on top of the mechanical package rather than changing it. The 1.6 MT, a gasoline manual hatchback, was offered in Advance and Luxury equipment configurations, which typically differ in comfort features, upholstery, climate control and wheels. Check each listing individually, since specification varied by market and year.

SEAT Leon Trims and Equipment
ModificationBodyEquipment
1.4 MTHatchback 5-doorReference
1.6 MTHatchback 5-doorAdvance
1.6 MTHatchback 5-doorLuxury
1.6 MTHatchback 5-doorOptima
1.6 MTHatchback 5-doorStylance
1.6 MTHatchback 5-doorExcellence
2.0 ATHatchback 5-doorStylance
2.0 ATHatchback 5-doorExcellence
2.0 MTHatchback 5-doorFR
2.0 MTHatchback 5-doorFR
2.0 DSGHatchback 5-doorFR
1.8 MTHatchback 5-doorStylance
1.8 MTHatchback 5-doorExcellence