118D vs Leon FR 1.5 eTSI
BMW · SEAT
1/4 Mile winner
Leon FR 1.5 eTSI
Beats the 118D by 0.01s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Leon FR 1.5 eTSI beats the 118D by a hair, finishing 0.01 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Leon FR 1.5 eTSI thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
150 hp
150 hp
0–100 km/h
8.4s
8.4s
Top speed
216 km/h
220 km/h
Engine
I4
I4 Turbo
Fuel
Diesel
Petrol
Torque
380 Nm
250 Nm
Price
$34,000
$32,000
Simulated race times
Distance
118D
Leon FR 1.5 eTSI
100 m
7.316s
7.327s
1/8 mile
10.775s
10.782s
1/4 mile
16.111s
16.100s
1 km
28.544s
28.442s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Leon FR 1.5 eTSI is $32,000 vs $34,000 for the 118D — a $2,000 gap.
FAQ
Which is faster, the 118D or the Leon FR 1.5 eTSI?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Leon FR 1.5 eTSI is faster, beating the 118D by 0.01 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the 118D vs the Leon FR 1.5 eTSI?
The 118D hits 100 km/h in 8.4 seconds, while the Leon FR 1.5 eTSI does it in 8.4 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The 118D produces 150 hp; the Leon FR 1.5 eTSI produces 150 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The 118D tops out at 216 km/h, and the Leon FR 1.5 eTSI reaches 220 km/h.
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