2019 Results Leon Factfile

Years: 2012 to present CO2: 107g/km Fuel economy: 45.6mpg (1.0 TSI 115) Best options: Cruise control, alloys, rear electric windows, parking sensors

Used prices: From £3,700

OVERALL SCORE 90.48%

Bars show where model finished out of 100 vehicles in our 2019 new car survey. The longer the bar the better

Engine and gearbox Exterior Interior and comfort Practicality and space Ride and handling Safety features MPG and running costs Reliability and build quality Infotainment, connectivity and electrics

GOOD

“THE low boot load lip, 60:40 folding rear seats, ski hatch, and numerous cubbies make it a very practical car.”

“Seven-speed DSG gearbox is very smooth. You barely notice the gearchanges.”

“Looks as fresh after two years and 20,000 miles as it did when it left the showroom.”

“The various driving modes add extra depth to the alreadyexcellent handling.”

“Cruise control and lane-keep assist make for relaxing trips.”

“ST estate version is as good to drive as my old Leon hatch.”

“I like how no-nonsense and logical the dashboard is.”

NOT SO GOOD

“INTERIOR looks nice, but has hard, cheap plastics, as well as a rattle from the B-pillar.”

“Not much rear legroom unless the front seats are moved uncomfortably far forwards.”

“I find the headlights are not particularly bright and wish I had upgraded to LEDs.”

“Driver’s seat is uncomfortable and could do with being a couple of inches wider.”

“I know not to expect to match official fuel economy, but I get 36mpg instead of 57mpg.”

“Sat-nav isn’t user-friendly, and has poor route-guidance.”

“Upholstery is hard to clean, and is stained by just water.”