When looking for a small family hatchback it’s easy to get swept away by the popular car choices out there such as the Volkswagen Golf or the Ford Focus. And you obviously wouldn’t go wrong if you consider one of those two. But you would be missing out if that’s all you were considering. Other less obvious choices amongst the small hatchbacks are vehicles such as the Volvo C30, the Toyota Auris and the Seat Leon. Looking at the Seat Leon there’s a diesel version available which is well worth considering. The Leon is in many ways the sportier version of a SEAT Altea and offers sleeker lines and better trim. And opting for a diesel model means you get a car which is both fun and efficient. The Leon is available in 3 different engine sizes for the diesel version and the punchy 2.0-litre offers a great compromise between oomph and frugality with a top speed of 125mph and an average fuel consumption of 50.7mpg. A 2.0-litre 140bhp model will cost you around £17,000 new abercrombie uk , while a used Seat Leon in London, can be had for as little as £8,000 for a 2009 model. In comparison the Volkswagen Golf hatchback 2.0-litre TDI costs from £21,000 new and the Ford Focus 2.0 TDCi costs from £19,495. The Volkswagen Golf is described as a desirable car and a smashing all-rounder while the Ford Focus is a rounded family car which is great to drive. In comparison the Seat Leon is said to be an interesting alternative to the class leaders. So if price is an issue it might be worth looking away from the top selling cars and try out something slightly different.
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