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SEAT Leon Estate receives a recognition at Parkers New Car Awards 2021

2021 Seat Leon SEAT has added one more trophy to its vast collection by winning the “Best Medium Family Car” award with the Leon Estate at the Parkers New Car Awards 2021.

The vehicle has already What Car?’s ‘Family Car of the Year’ accolade as well as Caravan & Motorhome Club’s Tow Car of the Year, and because of its elegance and advanced technologies, now adds an additional prize to its collection.

In a world becoming increasingly overrun by SUVs, it’s easy to assume that they make the best family cars. That’s not always the case – and while excellent estate cars like the SEAT Leon remain on sale, the answer has to be ‘no’, commented Keith Adams, Editor at Parkers.

For one, although it’s sleek and good looking, the Leon Estate’s luggage area is enormous and usable, while there’s ample passenger space for five. Add in some excellent finance deals, high levels of standard kit and sporty handling, and you’re left with a winning formula.

SEAT Leon line-up offers consumers one of the broadest range of choices on the market, two bodystyles (hatch and estate), four engine variants (petrol, mild-hybrid, plug-in hybrid and diesel), ranging from 110PS to 204PS, as well as six fully-loaded trims (SE, SE Dynamic, FR, FR Sport, Xcellence and Xcellence Lux) and an extensive range of ten colours means there’s a Leon for everyone, no matter their needs.

The Leon Estate range starts from £22,050 for the SE 1.0 TSI Evo 110PS model, rising to £37,605 for the Xcellence Lux 1.4 e-HYBRID 204PS variant.

Richard Harrison, Managing Director of SEAT UK, said: The SEAT Leon Estate is the prime example of how an SUV is not necessarily the only option for families looking for a spacious interior,and storage capacity. Within a highly competitive market, it is fantastic to see the Leon Estate take the top spot, proving that there is no need to sacrifice the sporty and dynamic driving experience of the Leon for the practicalities of a family car.

September 27, 2021

New Cupra Leon adds a 245hp version in the lineup

2021-Cupra-Leon-910 CUPRA introduces new engines to the Leon range, with orders already available. Brand’s iconic hatch can now be specified with a new 245hp version of the 2.0-TSI DSG-auto engine. This engine is exclusively available for the DSG-auto gearbox and delivers more efficiency and more torque power – a total of 370Nm and can sprint from 0 to 100km/h in 6.4 seconds.

The range includes VZ1 trim level, which includes 18-inch machined black and silver alloys, sporty bumper, black brake calipers, CUPRA’s unique chrome and copper interior detailing redesigned steering wheel with gearshift paddles, and sporty bucket seats.

Furthermore, the standard features include a digital cockpit, 10-inch infotainment system, Apple Carplay, and Google Android smartphone incorporation. Additionally, the revised VZ1 trim level includes 4 USB-C charging pots, interior ambient lighting, keyless entry, and more.

The second trim level, the VZ2, on the other hand, comes with 19-inch machined black and silver alloys, which further enhance the exterior of the vehicle and contribute to that sporty and aggressive stance. Everything else is the same as with the VZ1 trim level.

Source: Cupra

May 7, 2021

SEAT reveals details for new Leon Hatch and Estate models

2021 SEAT Leon SEAT further expands its range and reveals technical data for the new Leon lineup, brand’s best-selling model.

The new Leon Hatch 2.0 TSI DSG-auto 190hp and the Estate 2.0 TDI 115PS version come with up to 42.2mpg and CO2 emissions of 151g/km. The vehicle is capable of reaching 100km/h in 7.4 seconds and has a top speed of 144mph.

Furthermore, both models can be specified in FR Sport XCELLENCE and XCELLENCE Lux trims.

FR Hatch trim comes with 17-inch alloy wheels, sporty suspension, ambient lighting, SEAT drive profile selection, rain sensing wipers, Full Link Smartphone integration and dark-tinted rear windows.

On the other hand, XCELLENCE trim level offers electric folding door mirrors, keyless entry, heated front seats, heated steering wheel and 17-inch alloys.

Last, but not least, XCELLENCE Lux builds on XCELLENCE and adds leather upholstery, dynamic road sign display, High Beam Assist and predictive Adaptive Cruise Control.

As it comes to Leon Estate, it can also be specified in these trim levels and offers a top speed of 124mph and acceleration capability measured at 10.5 seconds for a 0-100km/h sprint. The engine offers up to 65.7mpg and CO2 emissions of 114g/km.

Both models can also be specified in Asphalt Blue, Magnetic Grey and Midnight Black.

Source: SEAT

April 7, 2021

SEAT Leon e-HYBRID

2021 SEAT Leon e-HYBRID1

The SEAT Leon e-HYBRID, a plug-in hybrid which recently opened for order, has been confirmed to benefit from a Benefit in Kind (BiK) rating of just six per cent and ultra-competitive total cost of ownership.

The ultra-low BiK rating, applicable to plug-in hybrids with an electric-only range of at least 40 miles, is available with Leon e-HYBRID FR and XCELLENCE.

It is anticipated that this low BiK rating will prove attractive for fleet and company car buyers alike, giving the Leon a Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) of just 30.0p per mile and a strong residual value of 40 per cent after 3 years and 60,000 miles.

The P11D value for Leon e-HYBRID starts from £30,915 (P11D) for the FR trim which benefits from FR styling, digital cockpit, full-link smart phone integration, connected car technology, wireless phone charging, three zone climate control and Park Assist.

Leon e-HYBRID XCELLENCE has a P11D value of £32,905 and adds a host of luxury features such as Microsuede upholstery, heated front seats, heated steering wheel, rear view camera, Advanced keyless entry and start, and Lane Assist.

The e-HYBRID drivetrain combines a 1.4-litre TSI petrol engine with an electric motor and six-speed DSG transmission, resulting in a total power output of 204PS and a 0-62mph time of 7.5 seconds.

Both Leon e-HYBRID FR and XCELLENCE produce CO2 emissions of 27g/km and a combined WLTP fuel consumption figure of 217.3-235.4mpg.

Power is supplied to the electric motor via a 13kWh lithium-ion battery back which is recharged via a 3.6kW AC inlet. This enables Leon e-HYBRID to be fully charged from 0% in less than 3.5 hours.

The new Leon e-HYBRID is the first of a number of new plug-in hybrid vehicles from both the SEAT and CUPRA brands as part of an electrification offensive. The CUPRA Leon e-HYBRID and CUPRA Formentor e-HYBRID will arrive in the UK in the first quarter of 2021, followed by the SEAT Tarraco e-HYBRID in the second half of the year.

The all-new Leon is designed, developed and built at SEAT’s facilities in Martorell, Barcelona.

January 21, 2021

SEAT reveals first images of new 2020 Leon model!

2020 SEAT Leon New SEAT Leon has hit the road in the mountains around Barcelona some time ahead of its official arrival at dealers.

Seen on the road for the first time, the latest SEAT Leon vehicle adopts the already known design philosophy of the manufacturer and showcases a confident and elegant stance that hits for its sporty spirit and advanced performance features.

The vehicle builds on the appeal of the predecessor model, but for the new model year showcases stronger and more elegant curves and more pronounced edges. The front-end catches the eye with a strong three-dimensional connection between the grille and headlights. In fact, the LED headlight set is made of 22 individual LED components and gives that appearance, which is instantly recognizable.

The bonnet is slightly longer, compared to older models and contributes to the vehicle’s more elegant design. It also gives more verticality to the front-end and purposeful stance. At the same time, the A-pillars have been moved rearwards in order to elongate the proportions of the front of the Leon, and are more upright, which improves visibility. Neat!

As it comes to drivetrain system, the new model will be offered with a 1.4-liter TSI petrol engine and an electric motor with 13kWh lithium-ion battery pack. This setup is mated to a six-speed DSG gearbox and altogether produce 204hp.

Detailed information about the plug-in models is still yet to be announced. Stick with us for further details!

2020 SEAT Leon

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March 19, 2020

Tight, confident and functional, 2017 Leon is heading our way!

2017 SEAT Leon Seat continues to impress media, critics and fans with its latest projects and most recently it caught our eye too. The reason behind this is the new SEAT Leon that will try to become not only the most important, but also the most appealing model that SEAT offers. So, let‘s waste no more time and see whether the new family member is worth the honorable place among older Leon models.

Exterior styling

2017 SEAT Leon

SEAT team continues to improve the visuals of its latest models and the new Leon is no exception. The vehicle looks beautiful, confident, mature and even bold.

The face and the rear showcase sharper and more focused lines that contribute to this tight and determined expression. Also, definitely noticeable are the front headlights with this super straight-line design.

The sides continue this idea of minimalism and elegance and are further expressed by the distinctive and exclusive wheels. The rear-end, as said showcases minimal amount of detailing, curves and lines. And honestly, I like it. There is something special in a style concept where artists remove the unnecessary.

Interior styling

2017 SEAT Leon

We should mention that this is maybe the quietest Leon cabin ever created. The inside also impresses with neat ambient lightning, 8-inch screen that tries to eliminate the need of buttons and other controls and overall cozy and comfortable atmosphere.

However, the interior does not look that super fascinating or futuristic. It is even… ordinary. And despite the trial of the touch screen technologies, there are numerous buttons, placed on not that beautiful control panel. But maybe the whole idea of the interior concept is to be functional, not that futuristic-looking. Who knows.

Drivetrain system

There are new engines for this latest model and in SEAT’s own words, these ones are sort of super deal. Here’s why. There are diesel, petrol and compressed natural gas systems. The diesel range is available with a 7-soeed DSG gearbox, while the more powerful petrol units come with TGI and CNG systems. All these bad boys can be specified with five- or six-speed DSG gearboxes and some advanced seven-speed automatic units. Sweet.

Additional equipment

2017 SEAT Leon

Seat team has also geared some neat advanced safety and connectivity features. For example, drivers will benefit from Traffic Jam Assist, Lane Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control and Pedestrian Protection System.

We tend to like this vehicle. But tell me, what do you think?

Source: SEAT

October 20, 2016

Change of Heart: Seat Leon Shows its Sporty Nature, Thanks To DF Automotive

2016 DF Automotive Flensburg Seat Leon ST FR For about a decade DF Automotive Flensburg has been creating magnificent reputation and respect as one of the best online-experts for sporty vehicle additions and accessories. Placed in the region of Schleswig-Holsten, the studio offers optimization for any issue that customers bring on the table. The range of offerings and goodies is represented by quality of the most famous manufacturers in the world.

2016 DF Automotive Flensburg Seat Leon ST FR

And one of the latest projects of the crew includes a Seat Leon ST FR vehicle. This station wagon is one of the favorite vehicle of the whole crew and they decided to make it even better. The lucky vehicle now features a boring white exterior finish, numerous DF Automotive badging, special O.Z. Superturismo wheels in 8.5×20-inch with Syron Race 1 Plus wheels. with carbon fiber components and this overall aggressive and neat Seat styling approach.

However, the fun starts as it comes to performance. The rates of this sweetie are quite impressive. It is now geared with a 1.8-liter TFSI power unit with a total output of 207hp (154kW) and massive 310lb-ft of torque. Sweet, isn’t it? Also, there are improvements made onto the suspension system. The stock one was replaced with a KW-coil-over-system and it was further fine-tuned exclusively by DF Automobile crew.

2016 DF Automotive Flensburg Seat Leon ST FR

Also, there is a cool video that showcases car’s features and overall expression. And believe us, it is worth the watch!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SIq0-JAkw9M.

Source: DF Automotive

October 10, 2016

2016 Seat Ibiza Will Make its Debut at Goodwood Festival of Speed

2016 Seat Ibiza is believed to be the star of this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed, the four-day event (25-28 June), that will witness not just good vehicles, but also good conditions to try them out right away.

The Goodyear’s audience will have the chance to check out the iconic mini by themselves. let us remind you, that the vehicle is sold with more than five million units for the last 30 years and it is one of the most-anticipated Seat models ever released. Now, the latest model, that will be launched in September comes with even more upgrades and tweaks, with even better performance and even better fuel efficiency.

Now, sharing the sweet place under the limelight along with the 2016 Ibiza will be the Leon ST CUPRA 280, that brings some incredible race experience and the Leon X-PERIENCE, that will dominate every kind of road.

Furthermore, SEAT will be bringing the special 330 hp (242 kW) Leon Cup Racer, that, along with the high power output also demonstrates incredible endurance specifications. This surely will be one of the most interesting vehicles in this year’s show.

Furthermore, visitors will have the chance to try out the special Leon Cup Racer simulator. But this is not all: there will be a small competition, which will grant the winner numerous goodies to take back home. The simulator itself will transport customers to the Nürburgring Nordschleife track, also known as “The Green Hell”.

This year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed will be a really promising one. Tell me what you think about it down in the comments.

Source: Seat

June 5, 2015

Seat Leon ST CUPRA 280 Sets Nürburgring Lap Record [VIDEO]

Seat is also making an appearance at GTI Wörthersee Treffen. As a matter of fact there it debuts the SEAT Leon ST CUPRA 280, which is a very special vehicle. The car has actually made a record-breaking time of 7:58.12 minutes at the Nürburgring. Seat is also displaying a total of five impressive variants from the Leon range at the meeting in Austria.

The record was made with a standard front-wheel-drive production estate with manual transmission, but equipped with Performance Pack. The person behind the wheel was company’s brand ambassador Jordi Gene, who praised the vehicle.

One of the best things about this car is that it benefits from a Limited Front Slip Differential and a six-speed manual gearbox. This ensures a secure grip on various types of roads. The Cupra is currently showed painted in Blanco Nevada and equipped with the “Black” Performance Pack.

Eye-catching are the entry sills at the front, rear side spoilers and the 19-inch alloy wheels painted in high-gloss black. Running on those alloys the model is also fitted with Brembo high-performance braking system and body-colour side skirts.

This perfectly complements the sporty character of the engine, which pumps out 280 hp! The car can be also optionally equipped with Seat’s highly innovative assistance systems.

And don’t forget to check out the video below. You’ll see how Cupra is setting the new Nürburgring record.

httpv://youtu.be/97-xmcrW0xo

Video Source: YouTube

Source: Seat

May 14, 2015

Tij-Power Tunes Seat Leon 5F Cupra

Tij-Power Seat Leon 5F Cupra is a project that needs our attention. Tij-Power is a tuning company based in Germany, which is very well known for its intensive focus on the Seat Leon. The subtle adjustments and modifications made match perfectly the general setting of this car. In fact, the improvements made appear like a consistent progression. The suspension has been optimized with Plug & Play Coilovers from KW. They feature a rebound and compression stage, which can be set to pre-adjusted settings: Comfort, Sport or Cupra.

These settings can be reached by the DDC system in the cockpit. The Comfort setting delivers almost hover-like feeling, the Sport setting adjusts the steering sensitivity and offers direct feedback of the terrain, while in the Cupra mode, the car evolves to a true racecar.

This modified Seat runs on lightweight OZ Superturismo LM rims in grey finish which come in the size of 8.×19 at the front and 9.5×19 in the rear. They are matched with 235/35-19 tires. Next, this new Cupra was fitted with a tricky exhaust system. Once the pedal hits the floor and the throttle valve is fully opened, the car produces a mighty roar.

This is accompanied by an infernal sound, which escapes from the hand-welded 76 mm exhaust that begins right after the turbo charger. Tij-Power even says that this sound will remind one of racecars

Of course, there will be no full customization without changing engine’s parameters. The tuners substituted stock’s intercooler with performance part from Forge. In addition, thanks to the Tij-Power software, the car now yields the breath-taking 375 horsepower (276 kW) and 489 Nm (361 lb-ft) of torque. These numbers result in a top speed of 290 kilometers per hour.

Source: Tij-Power

August 25, 2014

SEAT Leon X-PERIENCE – Pricing and Specs Announced

The specifications of the new SEAT Leon X-PERIENCE have just been announced. This is the latest addition to the Leon line-up following the-soon-introduced SEAT Leon CUPRA 280 with Sub8 Performance Pack and SC White-Line. The vehicle has a permanent four-wheel-drive which contributes to its off-roader looks. Thanks to its four-wheel-drive and extra ground clearance, the Leon X-PERIENCE is the perfect vehicle in any road conditions. The visual all-road stance of the car is further strengthened by the protection mouldings on the door sills and wheel arches, plus the aluminium look touches for the rear bumper and lower front spoiler. The integrated fog lamps and twin chrome tailpipes as well as the air intakes at the front signal back to the Leon ST model.

Leon X-PERIENCE features all-road suspension with extra ground clearance. In addition, the 4Drive all-wheel-drive system with intelligent EDS dynamic control accurately distributes weight between all four wheels. It also optimizes traction, handling and stability. There’s also an extended electronic differential lock (XDS).

The car comes in two trim levels, SE and SE Technology. The SE features 17-inch twin-spoke alloy wheels, black roof rails and dark tinted rear windows. Rear parking sensors and twin exhaust tailpipes.

Inside, SEAT included dual zone climate control, leather steering wheel with orange stitching and X-PERIENCE logo, as well as cloth upholstered front sports seats with simil leather bolsters. At last, what deserves also to be mentioned is the featured Hill Hold Control and a chrome loading sill for more protection.

SE Technology brings a wealth of extras: SEAT Media System Plus with 5.8-inch colour touchscreen, DAB and satellite navigation, plus auto headlights, wipers and dimming rear view mirror. On the outside, the model gets LED headlights and taillights, electrically folding door mirrors and 18-inch ‘X-PERIENCE’ machined alloy wheels. Inside, the interior is wrapped in Alcantara upholstery and simil leather bolsters.

Furthermore, the Spanish company is also offering optional LUX pack for the Leon X-PERIENCE. The upgrade adds black leather upholstery with simil leather bolsters, heated front seats, headlight washers and heated washer nozzles, an electrically adjustable driver’s seat and chrome roof rails.

SEAT Leon X-PERIENCE will be available to order in the UK starting 1st of September. It will be launched in showrooms in December. The pricing starts at £24,385.

Source: SEAT

August 22, 2014

SEAT Leon CUPRA 280 Gets Sub8 Performance Pack

SEAT has launched Sub8 Performance Pack as well as two coloured exterior packs – Black-Line and White-Line for the Leon CUPRA 280. The cars will be available with Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres and CUPRA bucket seats. The storming CUPRA 280 became the first front-wheel-drive vehicle which was capable of dipping under the eight-minute Nürburgring Nordschleife lap time. The optional Sub8 Performance Pack features more substantial brakes, specially-designed 19-inch alloy wheels in either black or orange and body-coloured side skirts.

The brake discs measured at 370 mm provide enough stopping power in keeping with the car’s potency, and are 30mm larger than those on the standard car. They also feature Brembo four piston callipers. Furthermore, the CUPRA 280’s electronically-controlled limited slip differential offers impressive levels of grip. Leon CUPRA 280 is five-door car, which on one hand is capable of up to 44.1 mpg, while on the other hand it can hit 100 km/h (62 mph) from standstill in only 5.7 seconds.

CUPRA Black-Line and White-Line exterior packs also debuted at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. They were designed to add an extra dose of Latin flair to the Leon flagship. These two shades will be initially available, with more packs to be introduced in the future. Such is the Orange-Line, which will be launched in December.

Precisely, they include CUPRA 19-inch alloy wheels, door mirrors, CUPRA tailgate lettering and front grille surround, and black rear side spoilers. Rounding out the array of option additions for the Leon CUPRA 280 are the special bucket seats. The front seats include one-piece head restraint and are wrapped in black Alcantara with simil leather bolsters and white accents, with embossed CUPRA logo.

Source: SEAT

August 18, 2014

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