Carsieve All versions
| Variant | Running cost per month | Median price | Listings | Fuel | Engine codes | Gearbox | Production years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cupra 300, 300 PS, 6-speed dual-clutch Research | €506 | €20,500 | 414 | Petrol (98) | CJX | Automatic (dual-clutch) (6) | 2017–2018 |
| ST Cupra 300, 300 PS, 6-speed dual-clutch, all-wheel drive Research | €533 | €20,500 | 414 | Petrol (98) | DNU | Automatic (dual-clutch) (6) | 2017–2018 |
| ST Cupra 300, 300 PS, 7-speed dual-clutch, all-wheel drive Research | €570 | €20,500 | 414 | Petrol (98) | DNU | Automatic (dual-clutch) (7) | 2018–2020 |
| 1.5 TSI, 150 PS, 7-speed dual-clutch Research | €422 | €15,980 | 159 | Petrol | DPC | Automatic (dual-clutch) (7) | 2018–2020 |
| 1.5 TSI, 130 PS, 6-speed manual Research | €394 | €13,490 | 145 | Natural gas / Petrol | DHF, DPB | Manual (6) | 2018–2020 |
| 1.4 TSI, 125 PS, 6-speed manual Research | €388 | €11,880 | 132 | Petrol | CZC | Manual (6) | 2016–2018 |
| 2.0 TDI, 150 PS, 6-speed dual-clutch Research | €399 | €13,200 | 128 | Diesel | CRM, DFF, DFG | Automatic (dual-clutch) (6) | 2016–2018 |
| 2.0 TDI, 150 PS, 6-speed dual-clutch, all-wheel drive Research | €417 | €13,200 | 128 | Diesel | DFG | Automatic (dual-clutch) (6) | 2017–2018 |
| 2.0 TDI, 150 PS, 7-speed dual-clutch Research | €426 | €13,200 | 128 | Diesel | DFF, DFG | Automatic (dual-clutch) (7) | 2018–2020 |
| 2.0 TDI, 150 PS, 7-speed dual-clutch, all-wheel drive Research | €439 | €13,200 | 128 | Diesel | DFG | Automatic (dual-clutch) (7) | 2018–2019 |
| 1.4 TSI, 150 PS, 6-speed manual Research | €380 | €12,890 | 119 | Petrol | CZE | Manual (6) | 2016–2018 |
| 2.0 TSI, 190 PS, 7-speed dual-clutch Research | €458 | €16,900 | 115 | Petrol | DKZ | Automatic (dual-clutch) (7) | 2018–2019 |
| 2.0 TSI, 190 PS, 7-speed dual-clutch, all-wheel drive Research | €473 | €16,900 | 115 | Petrol | DKZ | Automatic (dual-clutch) (7) | 2019 |
| 1.6 TDI, 115 PS, 6-speed manual Research | €400 | €9,150 | 107 | Diesel | DDY, DGT | Manual (6) | 2016–2020 |
| 1.5 TSI, 150 PS, 6-speed manual Research | €408 | €14,290 | 102 | Petrol | DPC | Manual (6) | 2018–2020 |
| 2.0 TDI, 184 PS, 6-speed dual-clutch Research | €406 | €12,600 | 98 | Diesel | CUP, DJG | Automatic (dual-clutch) (6) | 2016–2018 |
| 2.0 TDI, 184 PS, 6-speed dual-clutch, all-wheel drive Research | €436 | €12,600 | 98 | Diesel | DJG | Automatic (dual-clutch) (6) | 2016–2018 |
| 2.0 TDI, 184 PS, 7-speed dual-clutch Research | €444 | €12,600 | 98 | Diesel | DJG | Automatic (dual-clutch) (7) | 2019 |
| 2.0 TDI, 184 PS, 7-speed dual-clutch, all-wheel drive Research | €460 | €12,600 | 98 | Diesel | DJG | Automatic (dual-clutch) (7) | 2019 |
| 1.6 TDI, 115 PS, 7-speed dual-clutch Research | €407 | €9,824 | 96 | Diesel | DGT | Automatic (dual-clutch) (7) | 2016–2019 |
| 1.8 TSI, 180 PS, 6-speed dual-clutch, all-wheel drive Research | €434 | €13,990 | 89 | Petrol | CJS | Automatic (dual-clutch) (6) | 2016–2018 |
| 1.8 TSI, 180 PS, 7-speed dual-clutch Research | €416 | €13,990 | 89 | Petrol | CJS | Automatic (dual-clutch) (7) | 2016–2018 |
| 1.4 TSI, 150 PS, 7-speed dual-clutch Research | €380 | €13,799 | 80 | Petrol | CZE | Automatic (dual-clutch) (7) | 2016–2018 |
| Cupra 290, 290 PS, 7-speed dual-clutch Research | €519 | €20,900 | 69 | Petrol (98) | DNU | Automatic (dual-clutch) (7) | 2018–2020 |
| 2.0 TDI, 150 PS, 6-speed manual Research | €415 | €12,480 | 68 | Diesel | CRM, DFF, DFG | Manual (6) | 2016–2020 |
| 2.0 TDI, 150 PS, 6-speed manual, all-wheel drive Research | €405 | €12,480 | 68 | Diesel | DFG | Manual (6) | 2016–2018 |
| 1.2 TSI, 110 PS, 6-speed manual Research | €375 | €9,450 | 54 | Petrol | CYV | Manual (6) | 2016–2018 |
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At a glance
- Years: built 2012 to 2020, including the facelift. The airbag recall covers 2012 to 2017 builds.
- Main issues: judder from the 7-speed dry DSG (DQ200), EGR and DPF faults on the diesels, and coolant leaks on the 1.4 and 1.5 TSI.
- Recalls: an airbag recall (69EC) and a 1.2 TSI camshaft adjuster recall (15H1). Check both by VIN with a SEAT dealer.
- Reliability: 3/5, because the DQ200 repairs are costly and the diesels need regular care.
- DIY: 2/5, because the gearbox job needs a lift, and the cooling test and gearbox setup need workshop tools.
- Prefer: a car with a VIN recall check done and a clean cooling test. Avoid: a DQ200 car that judders or has gearbox faults stored.
Engines and gearboxes
- EA211 1.2 TSI (petrol): 2014 and 2015 cars had a camshaft adjuster recall. See the EA211 TSI guide and the 1.5 TSI evo guide.
- EA211 1.4 and 1.5 TSI (petrol): coolant regulator housing leaks. See the EA211 TSI guide and the 1.5 TSI evo guide.
- EA888 1.8 and 2.0 TSI (petrol): fitted to the 1.8 TSI and the Cupra. No known fault specific to the Leon.
- EA288 1.6 and 2.0 TDI (diesel): EGR and DPF faults, see the known issues.
- Manual: the 1.5 TSI can judder in first gear when cold.
- DQ200 dry 7-speed DSG: judder and mechatronic faults. Read the DQ200 guide before you buy.
- DQ250 6-speed wet DSG: oil change every 60,000 km.
- DQ381 7-speed wet DSG: oil change every 60,000 to 120,000 km.
Known issues
| Issue | Affects | Typical km | Repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driver airbag recall (69EC) | Leon built 2012 to 2017 | Not applicable (recall) | No confirmed price |
| DQ200 dry DSG judder and mechatronic faults | 7-speed dry DSG (DQ200) | Not stated | 500 to 1,100 EUR for a clutch set (Germany, year not stated) |
| EA211 coolant regulator housing leak | 1.4 and 1.5 TSI (EA211) | Not stated | No confirmed price |
| EA288 EGR valve and cooler coking and leaks | 1.6 and 2.0 TDI (EA288) | Not stated | No confirmed price |
| EA288 DPF clogging on short trips | 1.6 and 2.0 TDI (EA288) | Not stated | No confirmed price |
| Camshaft adjuster recall (15H1) | 1.2 TSI, model years 2014 and 2015 | Not applicable (recall) | Free (recall, Austria, 2019) |
| Cold judder in first gear (manual) | 1.5 TSI with manual gearbox | Not stated | No confirmed price |
Before you buy
- DQ200 gearbox. Road-test the car from cold and ask for a scanner read of the gearbox fault memory. The garage check costs 60 to 110 EUR (Germany, year not stated) and is credited against a repair. Bad result: judder when pulling away, a delay before the car moves off, or stored gearbox faults. A clutch set costs 500 to 1,100 EUR (Germany, year not stated).
- Airbag recall (69EC). Give the VIN to a SEAT dealer. Bad result: the recall is still open. Built 15 June 2012 to 6 September 2017.
- Cooling pressure test (EA211 1.4 and 1.5 TSI). Ask a garage for a cooling system pressure test. Bad result: the pressure drops, or the coolant level keeps falling.
- EGR valve and cooler (EA288). Ask a garage to read the EGR values with a VW diagnostic tool. Bad result: stored EGR faults, limp mode on the test drive, or coolant loss.
- DPF (EA288). Ask a garage to read how full the particulate filter is. Bad result: a filter close to full, a DPF warning light, or a car used only for short trips.
- Camshaft recall (15H1). Give the VIN to a SEAT dealer. Bad result: the camshaft adjuster has not been replaced on a 2014 or 2015 1.2 TSI.
- 1.5 TSI judder (manual). Pull away from cold in first gear at low speed. Bad result: judder that comes back after a software update. Ask for the software update record.
Running costs
| Operational | €172 |
|---|---|
| Workshop | €106 |
| Fixed costs (tax, insurance) | €120 |
| Total per month | €398 |
| New-car depreciation (not included) | €64 |
ADAC figures for 15,000 km a year over 60 months
Market
Listings on mobile.de priced up to 50,000 EUR, 29 October 2026.
- Listings
- 2,163
- 25th percentile
- €11,500
- Median price
- €14,100
- 75th percentile
- €17,950
- Median mileage
- 105,170 km
- Median first registration
- 2018
- Dealer share
- 58.3%
- Price at 100,000 km
- €15,670
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