In-depth Reviews

SEAT Leon hatchback (2005-2012): owner reviews

Name: SEAT Leon SC hatchback
Brand: SEAT

"The SEAT Leon’s appeal lies in its combination of value, space and sportiness."

by Carbuyer team

9 Oct 2013

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Carbuyer Rating

3.0 out of 5

Owners Rating

2.5 out of 5

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Owner Rating

1reviews
1reviews

Common Problems

Other (1 cases)

Version

TDI 120hp

Year of registration

2011

Average annual mileage

More than 20,000

Owned

More than 5 years

Bought Car

Used

Typical MPG

Review

This is the third Leon I have owned, the first two were Mark 1 TDI and the Mark 1 is better than the Mark 2. I just had the main service with renewal of timing belt(s), the Garage had to get special tools delivered to lock the timing to change the belts so as not to disrupt the timing, that was over £200. Then I noticed a squeaky wheel bearing so I asked them to replace it. I had the same thing on a Mark 1 Seat Leon and it was a small job on the Mark 1, But on the Mark 2 Leon it's not just a simple SKF Bearing to be replaced but a splined bearing assembly! so that was a surprise cost of nearly £200 again! The Wheel bolt spacing on the Mark 2 is different from the Mark 1 so my Winter tyres on steel rims were scrapped because they won't fit. The Indicator warning light is utterly feeble and then you have the problem it does not cancel after you made the turn, the audible click is puny so the result is that I find myself driving down the road, still indicating. The Leon Mark 1 had a great pull-out cup holder and proper ashtray, the Leon Mark 2 doesn't have these luxuries. The Radio is useless as well. The Mark 2 lets water come in when it's raining and you open the windows. I could go on but I will not be buying a Seat Leon Mark 3.

I would recommend this car to a friend