2011 Seat Leon — Full Specifications
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The 2011 Seat Leon belongs to the Mk2 generation, built 2005–2011. 2011 was the final year of this generation, so it is the most developed version of the design. The Mk3 replaced it from 2012. Model years from 2009 onward carry the mid-life facelift, so a 2011 car is a post-facelift example. Body styles: 5-door hatchback. The engine range listed for this period includes 1.2 TSI 105, 1.4 TSI 125, 1.6 102, 1.8 TSI 160 and more. Owners often keep a Seat Leon workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Mk2 Generation: Engines & Body Styles
Seat Leon model years from 2005 to 2011 belong to the same generation, with a mid-life facelift in 2009. The engines below are those listed for this generation in the 2011 period; availability varied by year, trim and market, so confirm the exact engine from the car's paperwork or the badge on the tailgate.
| Engine | Fuel | Displacement | Power |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2 TSI 105 | Petrol | 1.197 L | 105 PS |
| 1.4 TSI 125 | Petrol | 1.39 L | 125 PS |
| 1.6 102 | Petrol | 1.595 L | 102 PS |
| 1.8 TSI 160 | Petrol | 1.798 L | 160 PS |
| 2.0 TSI FR 210 | Petrol | 1.984 L | 210 PS |
| 2.0 TFSI Cupra 240 | Petrol | 1.984 L | 240 PS |
| 2.0 TFSI Cupra R 265 | Petrol | 1.984 L | 265 PS |
| 1.6 TDI DPF 90-105 | Diesel | 1.598 L | 90–105 PS |
| 2.0 TDI DPF FR CR170 | Diesel | 1.968 L | 170 PS |
| 1.6 LPG 102 | Petrol | 1.595 L | 102 PS |
| Body styles | 5-door hatchback |
|---|---|
| Transmissions | 6-speed manual · 6-speed DSG · 7-speed DSG |
| Generation | Mk2 (2005-2012) |
| Facelift | 2009 (2011 car is post-facelift) |
Generation, production years, engines and body styles compiled from Wikipedia; production dates can differ by market. Official fuel economy and CO₂ figures for UK cars are published by the Vehicle Certification Agency and vary by engine and test cycle (NEDC or WLTP), so we do not quote a single figure here.
Owner Essentials for the 2011 Seat Leon
Running Costs: 2011 Seat Leon
Running costs for a 2011 Seat Leon depend mostly on which engine it has, how it is driven and the insurance group of that trim. Look up the exact car's tax band and fuel figures from its registration on GOV.UK, and work out fuel spend with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2011 Seat Leon Safety Rating
Cars sold in the UK and Europe are crash-tested by Euro NCAP, not the US NHTSA, so there is no NHTSA star rating for the Seat Leon. Look the Seat Leon up on Euro NCAP's results page to see the star rating and the test year for this generation; ratings from different years use different criteria and are not directly comparable. To check a specific UK car for open recalls, use the GOV.UK vehicle recalls checker, and see our UK guide to checking a used car's history.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which generation is the 2011 Seat Leon?
The 2011 Seat Leon is part of the Mk2 (2005-2012) generation, produced 2005–2011. The facelift arrived in 2009, so a 2011 car is a post-facelift example.
What engines did the 2011 Seat Leon come with?
Engines listed for this generation include 1.2 TSI 105 (petrol); 1.4 TSI 125 (petrol); 1.6 102 (petrol); 1.8 TSI 160 (petrol); 2.0 TSI FR 210 (petrol); 2.0 TFSI Cupra 240 (petrol); 2.0 TFSI Cupra R 265 (petrol); 1.6 TDI DPF 90-105 (diesel). Not every engine was sold in every year or market, so check the car's V5C or handbook for the exact unit.
What body styles does the 2011 Seat Leon come in?
This generation was offered as: 5-door hatchback.
What gearbox does the 2011 Seat Leon have?
Transmissions listed for this generation include 6-speed manual, 6-speed DSG, 7-speed DSG, depending on engine and trim.
How safe is the 2011 Seat Leon?
European-market cars are crash-tested by Euro NCAP rather than NHTSA. Search for the Seat Leon at euroncap.com/en/results to see the star rating and the test year for this generation.