SEAT Leon III SC (2012–2016)
The SEAT Leon III SC was offered with 30 engine versions (17 gasoline, 12 diesel, 1 gasoline/CNG), from 86 to 290 hp, built 2012–2016.
EnlargeProduction years2012–2016
Body styleCoupe
Doors5
Length166.5 in (4,228 mm) – 166.8 in (4,236 mm)
Width71.3 in (1,810 mm)
Height56.9 in (1,446 mm) – 56.0 in (1,423 mm)
Cargo volume13.4 cu ft (380 l) – 9.7 cu ft (275 l)
Fuel tank13.2 gal (50 l)
All SEAT Leon III SC engines
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2 TSI (110 hp) start/stop | 2012–2016 | Gasoline | 110 hp (81 kW) | 129 lb-ft (175 Nm) | 10 s | 119 mph (191 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.2 TSI (110 hp) start/stop DSG | 2012–2016 | Gasoline | 110 hp (81 kW) | 129 lb-ft (175 Nm) | 10 s | 119 mph (191 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.2 TSI (86 hp) | 2012–2016 | Gasoline | 86 hp (63 kW) | 118 lb-ft (160 Nm) | 11.8 s | 111 mph (178 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.4 TGI (110 hp) start/stop | 2012–2016 | Gasoline/CNG | 110 hp (81 kW) | 148 lb-ft (200 Nm) | 10.9 s | 121 mph (194 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.4 TSI (125 hp) start/stop | 2012–2015 | Gasoline | 125 hp (92 kW) | 148 lb-ft (200 Nm) | 9.1 s | 137 mph (220 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.4 TSI (150 hp) ACT start/stop DSG | 2012–2016 | Gasoline | 150 hp (110 kW) | 184 lb-ft (250 Nm) | 8.2 s | 134 mph (215 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.6 TDI (105 hp) DSG start/stop | 2012–2015 | Diesel | 105 hp (77 kW) | 184 lb-ft (250 Nm) | 10.6 s | 119 mph (191 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.6 TDI (105 hp) start/stop | 2012–2015 | Diesel | 105 hp (77 kW) | 184 lb-ft (250 Nm) | 10.6 s | 119 mph (192 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.6 TDI (110 hp) ECOMOTIVE | 2012–2016 | Diesel | 110 hp (81 kW) | 184 lb-ft (250 Nm) | 10.4 s | 124 mph (199 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.6 TDI (90 hp) | 2012–2015 | Diesel | 90 hp (66 kW) | 170 lb-ft (230 Nm) | 12.4 s | 111 mph (178 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 2.0 TDI (150 hp) DSG start/stop | 2012–2015 | Diesel | 150 hp (110 kW) | 236 lb-ft (320 Nm) | 8.3 s | 131 mph (211 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 2.0 TDI (150 hp) start/stop | 2012–2015 | Diesel | 150 hp (110 kW) | 236 lb-ft (320 Nm) | 8.3 s | 134 mph (215 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| FR 1.4 TSI (125 hp) start/stop | 2012–2015 | Gasoline | 125 hp (92 kW) | 148 lb-ft (200 Nm) | 9.1 s | 137 mph (220 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| FR 1.4 TSI (150 hp) ACT start/stop | 2012–2016 | Gasoline | 150 hp (110 kW) | 184 lb-ft (250 Nm) | 8.2 s | 134 mph (215 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| FR 1.4 TSI (150 hp) ACT start/stop DSG | 2012–2016 | Gasoline | 150 hp (110 kW) | 184 lb-ft (250 Nm) | 8.2 s | 134 mph (215 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| FR 1.8 TSI (180 hp) DSG start/stop | 2012–2016 | Gasoline | 180 hp (132 kW) | 184 lb-ft (250 Nm) | 7.1 s | 139 mph (224 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| FR 1.8 TSI (180 hp) start/stop | 2012–2016 | Gasoline | 180 hp (132 kW) | 184 lb-ft (250 Nm) | 7.4 s | 140 mph (226 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| FR 2.0 TDI (150 hp) DSG start/stop | 2012–2015 | Diesel | 150 hp (110 kW) | 236 lb-ft (320 Nm) | 8.3 s | 131 mph (211 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| FR 2.0 TDI (150 hp) start/stop | 2012–2015 | Diesel | 150 hp (110 kW) | 236 lb-ft (320 Nm) | 8.3 s | 134 mph (215 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| FR 2.0 TDI (184 hp) start/stop | 2012–2016 | Diesel | 184 hp (135 kW) | 280 lb-ft (380 Nm) | 7.4 s | 142 mph (228 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| Cupra 2.0 TSI (265 hp) DSG start/stop | 2013–2015 | Gasoline | 265 hp (195 kW) | 258 lb-ft (350 Nm) | 5.8 s | 155 mph (250 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| Cupra 2.0 TSI (265 hp) start/stop | 2013–2015 | Gasoline | 265 hp (195 kW) | 258 lb-ft (350 Nm) | 5.9 s | 155 mph (250 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| Cupra 2.0 TSI (280 hp) DSG start/stop | 2013–2015 | Gasoline | 280 hp (206 kW) | 258 lb-ft (350 Nm) | 5.7 s | 155 mph (250 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| Cupra 2.0 TSI (280 hp) start/stop | 2013–2015 | Gasoline | 280 hp (206 kW) | 258 lb-ft (350 Nm) | 5.8 s | 155 mph (250 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| FR 2.0 TDI (184 hp) DSG start/stop | 2013–2016 | Diesel | 184 hp (135 kW) | 280 lb-ft (380 Nm) | 7.4 s | 142 mph (228 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.4 TSI (150 hp) ACT start/stop | 2014–2016 | Gasoline | 150 hp (110 kW) | 184 lb-ft (250 Nm) | 8.2 s | 134 mph (215 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| Cupra 2.0 TSI (290 hp) | 2015–2016 | Gasoline | 290 hp (213 kW) | 258 lb-ft (350 Nm) | 155 mph (250 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | ||
| Cupra 2.0 TSI (290 hp) DSG | 2015–2016 | Gasoline | 290 hp (213 kW) | 258 lb-ft (350 Nm) | 155 mph (250 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | ||
| FR 2.0 TDI (150 hp) DSG start/stop | 2015–2016 | Diesel | 150 hp (110 kW) | 251 lb-ft (340 Nm) | 8.3 s | 131 mph (211 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| FR 2.0 TDI (150 hp) start/stop | 2015–2016 | Diesel | 150 hp (110 kW) | 251 lb-ft (340 Nm) | 8.3 s | 134 mph (215 km/h) | Front-wheel drive |
Figures are the manufacturer's, mostly for the European versions, and can vary with equipment. Fuel economy is converted from the European test (l/100 km) to US mpg, so it reads higher than an EPA rating. Engines with a link have their own spec sheet.