Seat Leon 2000 Hatchback
This Seat is available with eight petrol engines with displacement from 1.4 to 2.8 litres and power of from 75 to 225 horsepower un six diesel engines with displacement 1.9 litres and power of from 68 to 150 horsepower.
The car is available with both manual (15 versions), as well as automatic (2 versions) gearbox.
Seat Leon 2000 hatchback average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 6.5 to 9.3 litres per 100km, whereas for diesel engine - from 5.1 to 5.3 litres per 100km. The most economical Seat Leon petrol engine version is Seat Leon 1.4 16V, consuming 6.5 litres per 100km. While the most economical Seat Leon diesel - Seat Leon 1.9 SDi for 100 kilometers consumes 5.1 liters of diesel.
According to user reviews, Seat Leon real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 17 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy (on average +16% for petrol engines and +17% for diesel engines). For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Seat Leon modification.
Seat Leon 2000 hatchback CO2 emissions for petrol engine are from 161 to 264 grams per kilometer, whereas for diesel engine - from 135 to 140 grams per kilometer. From Seat Leon with petrol engines the lowest CO2 emissions has Seat Leon 1.4 16V which produces an average of 161 grams of CO2 per kilometer. In turn, from the Seat Leon diesels least CO2 distributes Seat Leon 1.9 TDi - 135 grams per km.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 6.9 seconds has Seat Leon 1.8 20VT version, conversely the tardiest one is Seat Leon 1.9 SDi reaching this speed only in 17.7 seconds.
Lenght of Seat Leon is 418 cm, it is medium size car. For comparison - Seat Leon is about 3 cm longer than Ford Focus hatchback, but 3 cm shorter than Volkswagen Golf hatchback. Seat Leon gross weight is from 850 to 1500 kg (depending on modification), which is about 30 percent lighter than the average for this age and class.
This Seat is slightly expensive - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 1600 €. According to user reviews, average Seat Leon repair costs are 750 € per year. Users calculated Seat Leon cost of ownership for this generation, got average 1900 € cost per year and 0.16 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 53%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 29% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Seat Leon for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about Seat Leon prices and costs.
In user reviews Seat Leon received average grade 6.0 (from 10) which is relatively low, considering average rate 7.7 for similar aged cars. All authors of reviews would recommend Seat Leon to the friend.
Seat Leon modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat Leon 2000 1.4 16V Apr 2000 — Sep 2005 | 1.4 Petrol | 75 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Seat Leon 2000 1.6 Apr 2000 — Oct 2000 | 1.6 Petrol | 100 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Seat Leon 2000 1.6 Apr 2000 — Oct 2000 | 1.6 Petrol | 100 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Seat Leon 2000 1.6 16V Oct 2000 — Sep 2005 | 1.6 Petrol | 105 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Seat Leon 2005 1.6 16V Sep 2005 — Jan 2006 | 1.6 Petrol | 105 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Seat Leon 2000 1.8 20V Apr 2000 — Sep 2005 | 1.8 Petrol | 125 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Seat Leon 2000 1.8 20V Oct 2000 — Sep 2005 | 1.8 Petrol | 125 HP | 9.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Seat Leon 2000 1.8 20VT Apr 2000 — Sep 2005 | 1.8 Petrol | 180 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Seat Leon 2002 1.8 20VT Mai 2002 — Mai 2003 | 1.8 Petrol | 210 HP | 8.7 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Seat Leon 2003 1.8 20VT Mai 2003 — Sep 2005 | 1.8 Petrol | 225 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Seat Leon 2000 1.9 SDi Apr 2000 — Mai 2003 | 1.9 Diesel | 68 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Seat Leon 2000 1.9 TDi Apr 2000 — Sep 2005 | 1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Seat Leon 2005 1.9 TDi Sep 2005 — Jan 2006 | 1.9 Diesel | 100 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Seat Leon 2000 1.9 TDi Apr 2000 — Sep 2005 | 1.9 Diesel | 110 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Seat Leon 2003 1.9 TDi Mai 2003 — Sep 2005 | 1.9 Diesel | 130 HP | 5.2 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Seat Leon 2001 1.9 TDi Nov 2001 — Sep 2005 | 1.9 Diesel | 150 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Seat Leon 2001 2.8 V6 4x4 Jan 2001 — Jun 2004 | 2.8 Petrol | 204 HP | 9 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Seat Leon prices
Seat Leon 2000 - 2006 hatchback price in Latvia is from 700 € to 2700 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Seat Leon price is entirely high - Seat Leon is approximately for 21 percents more expensive then average hatchbacks of this age (compare hatchbacks 2000 - 2006 prices).
| Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat Leon 2005 price | 900 € | 1700 € | 2300 € | |
| Seat Leon 2004 price | 1200 € | 1900 € | 2700 € | |
| Seat Leon 2003 price | 1200 € | 1700 € | 2500 € | |
| Seat Leon 2002 price | 1300 € | 1700 € | 2200 € | |
| Seat Leon 2001 price | 700 € | 1200 € | 2000 € | |
| Seat Leon 2000 price | 800 € | 1200 € | 2000 € |
Seat Leon total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own Seat Leon? Users calculated Seat Leon cost of ownership for this generation, got average 1900 € cost per year and 0.16 € cost per one kilometer.
To calculate the Seat Leon total running costs, including the purchase, insurance, maintenance costs as well as taxes and other costs, click year of production
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Seat Leon reliability and quality
According to yearly reports of German vehicle inspection service (TÜV) Seat Leon quality is average. In the roadworthiness tests carried out in 2018, defects were detected in an average of 27.2 percent of Seat Leon of this generation (the average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 26.9%).
Seat Leon 2000 hatchback features (options)
Percentage of Seat Leon with corresponding feature (option)
72% Adjustable steering wheel
63% Metallic paint
52% Climate control
48% Cruise control
20% Heated seats
18% Rain sensor
14%
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Seat Leon reviews
| Purchase year: | 2017 (age of car 11 years) | Owned for: | 100`000 kilometers (3 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 20.0 litres per 100km (60% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 2600 € (~ 866 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: This beautiful runs
Cons: The parts are very expensive
| Purchase year: | 2017 (age of car 16 years) | Owned for: | 20`000 kilometers (2 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 8.5 litres per 100km (60% urban driving) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Cons: High consumption
| Purchase year: | 2015 (age of car 13 years) | Owned for: | 50`000 kilometers (2 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 8.0 litres per 100km (80% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 1305 € (~ 652 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend