Seat · Wagon · 2012–2020
Seat Leon 5F ST
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
★★★★★
3.5 / 5.0 · Based on 19 engine variants Most Fun Engine
290–301 PS
2.0L TSI Benzin
Cupra 300 — class benchmark
Legendary! Most Reliable Engine
150 PS
2.0L TDI Diesel
2 weaknesses
Good Choice Problem Engine
150 PS
2.0L TDI Diesel
8 weaknesses
Stay Away!Engine Overview
The Seat Leon 5F ST is available with 14 engine variants — from 86 to 301 hp.
1.6L TDI Engine Change
2014 2015
Be Careful 4 weaknesses
2014 2016
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
2016 2020
Be Careful 4 weaknesses
2.0L TDI Engine Change
2014 2016
Stay Away! 8 weaknesses
2014 2018
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
2016 2020
Good Choice 2 weaknesses
Leon ST 2.0 TDI 110
2016 2020
Good Choice 2 weaknesses
1.0L TSI
2018 2020
Be Careful 4 weaknesses
1.2L TSI Engine Change
2014 2016
Be Careful 4 weaknesses
2014 2016
Good Choice 5 weaknesses
1.4L TGI
2014 2016
Be Careful 9 weaknesses
1.4L TSI
2014 2020
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
1.4L TSI ACT
2014 2016
Good Choice 7 weaknesses
1.5L TSI
2018 2020
Good Choice 9 weaknesses
1.8L TSI
2014 2018
Be Careful 9 weaknesses
Leon Cupra 265 ST
2014 2016
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
Leon Cupra 290 ST
2015 2020
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
Leon Cupra ST Engine Change
2017 2020
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
2017 2020
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
Leon ST 1.0 TSI 86
2017 2020
Good Choice 3 weaknesses
Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Springs and shock absorbers: Premature wear Springs and shock absorbers on the Leon 5F show above-average wear even at the first roadworthiness inspection. Shock absorbers in particular are frequently flagged. Symptoms: Harsher ride, knocking over road imperfections, vehicle feels unstable from 80,000 km | Medium |
Frequently Asked Questions
What problems and weaknesses does the Seat Leon 5F ST have? +
The Seat Leon 5F as ST has 113 known weaknesses, 9 vehicle-related.
Which engine is recommended? +
Good Choice: CYVB (1.2L TSI), CZEA (1.4L TSI ACT), DACA (1.5L TSI), DCYA (2.0L TDI), DKLB (1.0L TSI), CUUA (2.0L TDI).
Is the Seat Leon 5F ST worth buying used? +
The Seat Leon 5F ST is a good choice as a used car — 6 of 19 engine variants are rated 'Good Choice'.
Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee