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Hyundai Inster or Seat Leon Style 1.5 TSI 85 kW (manual): which costs less to own in Germany?

By the EVCostIQ research desk · reviewed against our public methodology · every source dated on this page

As of 1 July 2026: over 5 years in Germany (13,000 km/year), the Hyundai Inster works out cheaper — about €29,586 versus €34,066 for the Seat Leon Style 1.5 TSI 85 kW (manual), a saving of €4,480.

Kaufprämie 2026 (new-EV purchase bonus): up to €6,000 towards a new electric car — income-tested and for private buyers only. Requirement: taxable household income up to €80,000 (+ €5,000 per child, max. 2). The maximum applies only in the lowest income band and for a list price under €60,000; in practice the grant is usually lower. Not every buyer qualifies — which is why we show the bonus separately and do not include it in the totals above. Source: ADAC / EAFO, as of . Check the grant amount yourself before buying.

Cheaper over 5 years · GermanyHyundai Inster · €29,586 total · €4,480 less than the Seat Leon Style 1.5 TSI 85 kW (manual)

Hyundai Inster vs Seat Leon Style 1.5 TSI 85 kW (manual) — Where the money goes

Hyundai Inster vs Seat Leon Style 1.5 TSI 85 kW (manual) — 5-year total (EUR)
Cost componentElectric · Hyundai InsterCombustion · Seat Leon Style 1.5
Depreciation (estimated)€14,640 (49%)€14,050 (41%)
Charging / fuel€4,669 (16%)€6,928 (20%)
↳ of which charging loss12% (~€560)—
Maintenance€2,503 (8%)€3,998 (12%)
Insurance€3,750 (13%)€3,500 (10%)
Financing interest€4,025 (14%)€4,941 (15%)
Registration & fees€0 (0%)€650 (2%)
Total cost of ownership€29,586€34,066

When does the EV pay off?

As of 1 July 2026: over 5 years in Germany (13,000 km/year), the Hyundai Inster works out cheaper — about €29,586 versus €34,066 for the Seat Leon Style 1.5 TSI 85 kW (manual), a saving of €4,480.

Hyundai Inster vs Seat Leon Style 1.5 TSI 85 kW (manual) — Head-to-head

Electric Cheaper over 5 years

Hyundai Inster

5-year total
€29,586
per month
€493
€/km
€0.46
Purchase price
€24,400
Powertrain
Electric
Consumption
14,3 kWh/100 km
Combustion

Seat Leon Style 1.5 TSI 85 kW (manual)

5-year total
€34,066
per month
€568
€/km
€0.52
Purchase price
€29,270
Powertrain
Combustion
Consumption
5,7 l/100 km
Electricity price
0.34 €/kWh BDEW
Fuel price
1.87 €/l ADAC

FAQ

Is the Hyundai Inster or the Seat Leon Style 1.5 TSI 85 kW (manual) cheaper to own over 5 years?

As of 1 July 2026: over 5 years in Germany (13,000 km/year), the Hyundai Inster works out cheaper — about €29,586 versus €34,066 for the Seat Leon Style 1.5 TSI 85 kW (manual), a saving of €4,480.

When does the Hyundai Inster become cheaper than the Seat Leon Style 1.5 TSI 85 kW (manual)?

As of 1 July 2026: over 5 years in Germany (13,000 km/year), the Hyundai Inster works out cheaper — about €29,586 versus €34,066 for the Seat Leon Style 1.5 TSI 85 kW (manual), a saving of €4,480.

How much more does the Hyundai Inster cost to buy than the Seat Leon Style 1.5 TSI 85 kW (manual)?

The Hyundai Inster starts at €24,400 — €4,870 less than the Seat Leon Style 1.5 TSI 85 kW (manual) (€29,270). Over 5 years the ownership-cost gap is €4,480 in favour of the Hyundai Inster.

Which costs less per km — the Hyundai Inster or the Seat Leon Style 1.5 TSI 85 kW (manual)?

The Hyundai Inster: €0.46 versus €0.52 per km all-in (€493 vs €568 per month).

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