How much is a 2019 Seat LeonPetrol worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2019 Seat LeonPetrol on the Irish used-car market is around €16,291, based on 6 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2019 Seat Leon depreciate per year?

A Seat Leon loses roughly 8.6% of its value per year on the Irish used-car market based on Carintel.ie's regression across active listings.

Is it cheaper to import a 2019 Seat Leon from Northern Ireland?

It depends on spec, mileage and CO2. Carintel.ie compares ROI median prices against Northern Ireland listings' landed cost, including VRT, NOx levy and registration fees, so you can see the saving at a glance on this page.

What are the running costs of a 2019 Seat LeonPetrol?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2019 Seat LeonPetrol using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Market Intelligence

Seat Leon2019

Petrol · 1.0L

32 days avg on market · Low data confidence

High DemandLimited Data

No ROI listings currently available

There are 4 NI listings for this model. Switch to "All" or "NI" source filter above to see pricing data.

Updated 9h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€16,291

private sale ~€14,362 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€9,208 – €11,181

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

101k km

typical 88k km

Days listed

32d

avg on market · demand 85/100

AI Market Summary

Direct-injection petrol engines prone to carbon build-up above 80k km; rough idle and hesitation common — walnut blasting (€500–€800) may be needed.
DSG 7-speed gearbox can judder during parking or low-speed manoeuvres; transmission fluid change and software update often help, but costly if internal repairs required.
Strong market demand and 11.8% year-on-year price growth suggest solid value — median €16,291 sits fair within €13k–€18k range for this spec.
Before purchase, request full service history and ask seller about carbon cleaning, gearbox symptoms, and infotainment glitches — get a pre-buy diagnostic on both.
Infotainment (MIB2) touchscreen freezes are common; firmware updates usually fix it, but budget €300–€600 for head unit replacement if unresolved.

AI-generated analysis · Carintel.ie · verify independently before purchasing

Analysis & Insights

Price Analysis Costs Import Recalls & Info

Vehicle specification

Verified spec data

Power

286 bhp

290 PS

Torque

380 Nm

280 lb·ft

0–62 mph

155 mph top

Engine

2.0L

2000 cc

Boot space

380L

1210L folded

Seats

5 doors

Fuel economy & emissions

Combined

43.5 mpg

6.5 L/100km

Urban

32.8 mpg

Extra urban

52.3 mpg

CO₂

149 g/km

EURO 6

NOx

33 mg/km

Import levy: €165

Fuel tank

50L

Safety & ownership

Insurance

Group 32E

Warranty

3 years

60,000 miles

Reliability & Safety Recalls

Seat Leon 2019

Reliability

4/5

The 2019 Seat Leon petrol is a reliable, well-engineered compact hatchback with strong real-world durability when properly serviced. It offers good value for money and relatively low running costs compared to rivals, though some early electrical gremlins have been reported. Parts availability and independent garage support in Ireland/UK are excellent due to VW Group commonality.

Known issues

Carbon build-up on direct injection petrol engines leading to rough idle and hesitation after 80k–120k miles; may require walnut blasting
DSG 7-speed gearbox judder or hesitation during low-speed manoeuvres or parking; software updates sometimes resolve, but transmission fluid changes recommended
Infotainment system (MIB2) freezing or touchscreen unresponsiveness; firmware updates or head unit replacement needed
Water ingress into door locks and window regulators causing electrical faults; seals can deteriorate
Turbo charger bearing wear (where 1.4 TSI fitted) resulting in excessive blow-by or turbo lag; more common on higher-mileage examples
12V battery discharge issues; auxiliary battery or charging system faults can leave car unable to start

Good for

Fuel economy: petrol engines deliver genuine 45–52 mpg combined when driven sensibly, beating many rivals
Daily reliability: solid platform shared with VW Golf; engines are proven and straightforward to service
Practicality and driving comfort: spacious cabin, good visibility, comfortable seats, and predictable handling
Parts cost and garage availability: VW Group parts are cheap and widely stocked; any Irish independent can service without issue

AI-generated summary · verify with DVSA & owner forums

Safety Recalls2 found

Fuel System2019

Fuel pump may fail due to defective internal component, risk of engine stalling while driving

Remedy: Fuel pump replacement

VW 19V-012

Airbags2019

Driver airbag may fail to deploy in collision due to defective internal component

Remedy: Driver airbag module replacement

VW 19V-081

AI-generated · verify at gov.uk/check-vehicle-recall

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