SEAT Leon Mk3 vs Kia Ceed JD: specs side by side
Quick comparison from catalog data - no editorial review of this pair yet.
SEAT · 2012–2020
Leon Mk3
- Power
- 90 kW122 PS
- Kerb mass
- -
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Kia · 2012–2018
Ceed JD
- Power
- 74 kW101 PS
- Kerb mass
- 1,254 kg
Photo: Throwawayacc222 / Wikimedia Commons, CC0
At a glance
Who suits what, worked out from the catalog figures of the versions above.
- City Ceed JD Width: 1,780 mm vs 1,816 mm
In plain words
SEAT Leon Mk3 has more power: 90 kW (122 PS) against 74 kW (101 PS) for Kia Ceed JD. Kia Ceed JD is 47 mm longer than SEAT Leon Mk3 (4,310 mm vs 4,263 mm). On the catalog figures, the Kia Ceed JD is the pick for city. Our catalog has no kerb mass for the SEAT Leon Mk3 yet, so some checks above leave it out.
Size and weight
Side view to scale, all cars from the front bumper.
| Leon Mk3 | Ceed JD | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,263 mm167.8 in | 4,310 mm169.7 in +47 mm +1.9 in +1.1% |
| Width | 1,816 mm71.5 in | 1,780 mm70.1 in −36 mm −1.4 in −2.0% |
| Height | 1,459 mm57.4 in | 1,470 mm57.9 in +11 mm +0.4 in +0.8% |
| Wheelbase | 2,636 mm103.8 in | 2,650 mm104.3 in +14 mm +0.6 in +0.5% |
| Boot | 380 l13.4 cu ft | 380 l13.4 cu ft |
| Fits a standard garage? | Yes | Yes |
Difference vs Leon Mk3 (±). Garage check: a standard single garage takes a car up to about 5.0 m (16 ft 5 in) long and 1.9 m (6 ft 3 in) wide (width as listed in the catalog; some makers include the mirrors). Leave about 0.6 m (2 ft) to open the doors.
Full specifications
| SEAT Leon Mk3 | Kia Ceed JD | |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Version | petrol · 90 kW (122 PS) | 74 kW (101 PS) |
| Production years | 2012–2020 | 2012–2018 |
| Body | Hatchback | Hatchback, Station wagon |
| Country | Spain | South Korea |
| Performance | ||
| Power Why it matters: More power means stronger acceleration and easier overtaking, especially with a full load. | 90 kW (122 PS) 121 hp Better | 74 kW (101 PS) 99 hp |
| Power, all versions | 63–228 kW (86–310 PS) 84–306 hp | 74–99 kW (101–135 PS) 99–133 hp |
| Torque Why it matters: Torque is the pulling force you feel when accelerating from low revs, towing or climbing hills. | No data | 134 Nm 99 lb-ft |
| Power per tonne | No data | 59 kW/t 72 hp/ton calculated |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Gearbox | dual-clutch | No data |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length | 4,263 mm 167.8 in | 4,310 mm 169.7 in |
| Width | 1,816 mm 71.5 in | 1,780 mm 70.1 in |
| Height | 1,459 mm 57.4 in | 1,470 mm 57.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 2,636 mm 103.8 in | 2,650 mm 104.3 in |
| Kerb weight Why it matters: A lighter car is usually more agile and uses less energy. | No data | 1,254 kg 2,765 lb |
| Boot Why it matters: A bigger boot fits more luggage, shopping or a pram. | 380 l 13.4 cu ft | 380 l 13.4 cu ft |
| Safety | ||
| Euro NCAP | ★★★★★ (2012) | ★★★★★ (2012) |
These cars do not differ in the data we have.
Equal rows hidden (4): Fuel, Drive, Boot, Euro NCAP.
Better marks the stronger figure - only for measurable specs (power, torque, 0–100 km/h, consumption, boot, weight).