SEAT
Seat Leon 1M (1999–2006) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 1.4 16V | 5 | 75 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.6 | 5 | 100 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.8 20V Automatic | 5 | 125 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.8 T 20V | 6 | 180 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.8 T 20V 4 | 6 | 180 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.9 SDI | 5 | 68 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 1.9 TDI | 5 | 110 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 1.9 TDI | 6 | 130 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 1.9 TDI | 5 | 90 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | Cupra 2.8 V6 4 | 6 | 204 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | Cupra R 1.8 T | 6 | 210 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | Cupra R 1.8 T | 6 | 225 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | FR 1.9 TDI | 6 | 150 HP | Diesel | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Seat Leon 1M overview
The Seat Leon (1M) is the 1st generation of the Leon, built from 1999 to 2006. It is offered as a Hatchback with 12 engines (diesel, petrol), from 68 HP to 225 HP. The 1.9 SDI (68 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 17.7 s, reaches a top speed of 160 km/h and is 4184 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Seat Leon have?
The Seat Leon (1M) has 68 HP to 225 HP, depending on the engine: 1.9 Ea180 (68 HP), 1.4 Ea111 (75 HP), 1.9 Ea188 (90 HP), 1.6 Ea113 (100 HP), 1.9 Ea180 (110 HP), 1.8 Ea113 (125 HP), 1.9 Ea188 (130 HP), 1.9 Ea188 (150 HP), 1.8 Ea113 (180 HP), 2.8 Vr6 (204 HP), 1.8 Ea113 (210 HP), 1.8 Ea113 (225 HP).
What engines are available for the Seat Leon?
The Seat Leon is available with 12 engines: 1.9 Ea180 (68 HP, diesel), 1.4 Ea111 (75 HP, petrol), 1.9 Ea188 (90 HP, diesel), 1.6 Ea113 (100 HP, petrol), 1.9 Ea180 (110 HP, diesel), 1.8 Ea113 (125 HP, petrol), 1.9 Ea188 (130 HP, diesel), 1.9 Ea188 (150 HP, diesel), 1.8 Ea113 (180 HP, petrol), 2.8 Vr6 (204 HP, petrol), 1.8 Ea113 (210 HP, petrol), 1.8 Ea113 (225 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Seat Leon?
The Seat Leon is 4184 mm long, 1742 mm wide, 1439 mm tall, with a 2513 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the Seat Leon?
The Seat Leon 1.9 SDI (68 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 17.7 s and has a top speed of 160 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Seat Leon I 1M |
|---|---|
| Year | 2000–2003 |
| Platform | VW A Platform / PQ34 |
| Variant | 1.9 SDI (68 Hp) |
| Body type | hatchback |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 5 |
Power & torque
| Power | 68 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 4200 rpm |
| Torque | 133 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 2200 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 160 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 17.7 s |
| 0–62 mph | 17.7 s |
Engine
| Engine code | AQM |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1896 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Bore | 79.5 mm |
| Stroke | 95.5 mm |
| Compression ratio | 19.5 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Injection system | Direct Injection |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Valvetrain | ohc |
| Oil capacity | 4.5 L |
| Coolant | 6.0 L |
| Engine layout | Front Transverse |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Front Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | manual |
| Gears | 5 |
| Gearbox code | mq200 |
| Gearbox manufacturer | vw |
Dimensions
| Length | 4184 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1742 mm |
| Height | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2513 mm |
| Front track | 1513 mm |
| Rear track | 1492 mm |
| Boot space | 340 – 656 L |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1270 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 1740 kg |
| Max load | 470 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined | 5.2 L/100km |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 55.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | wishbone |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Coil Spring |
| Front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear brakes | disc |
| Steering type | Steering Rack And Pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tire size | 175/80 R14 |
| Assisting systems | Abs Anti Lock Braking System |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 18.7 kg/Hp, 53.5 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 9.5 kg/Nm, 104.7 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 2000 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 2003 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.