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2015 Seat Leon ST 4Drive – Ready To All Roads

The new Seat Leon is now available in 4Drive all-wheel-drive version.With the complement of the ST 4Drive versions, the Spanish producers successful range now extends its offer with new models equipped with all-wheel drive.

The new Leon ST 4Drive offers a modern, electronically controlled Haldex clutch system that provides maximum grip on even the most irreconcilable roads. In normal operation, the clutch sends most of the engine power to the front wheels, but when traction suffers, the torque is deflected to the rear as well. The electronic control system is added to bring more safety and dynamics in all driving situations.

The AWD system works in sync with the four-wheel EDS dynamic control system consisting of electronic differential locks on both axles. The XDS (extended electronic differential lock) provides better traction while cornering. There is also an electronic stability program (ESP) as well as multi-collision brake system for maximum safety. These innovations make the car one of the most versatile and safe in its class.

“With its new all-wheel drive, the Leon ST 4Drive proves that expressive design, thrilling sporting character and exceptional everyday usability do not have to be mutually exclusive. The 4Drive will build on the success of the new Leon family,” says Jürgen Stackmann, President of SEAT S.A.

There are two engines in the range: a 1.6 liter TDI and a 2.0 liter TDI with 105 hp (78kw) and 150 hp (111kw), respectively. The smaller is able to average 4.5 liters / 100 km (52.2 mpg US), while the more powerful unit needs 4.8 liters / 100 km (49 mph US). Both are connected with a 6-speed manual gearbox.

The 2.0 TDI model runs from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 8.7 seconds, while the 1.6 TDI does it in 12 seconds. Top speed is rated at 211 km/h (131 mph) for the 2.0TDI and 187 km/h (116 mph) for the 1.6TDI.

An interesting fact is that the both power units are from a very latest generation of TDI engines, with intelligent thermal management and reduced friction, and also feature a reduced emission rate of only 124 g/km for the 2.0TDI model, and 119 h/km for the 1.6TDI.

The Seat Leon ST 4Drive will be sold in two trim levels – Style for the both engines and FR for the 2.0TDI.

Standard equipment includes: seven airbags, tire pressure sensor, hill hold control, Isofix and Top Tether anchoring points in the rear for child seats, multi-function steering wheel, cruise control, dual zone climate control, cornering fog lights, Media System Color car stereo, 16 inch alloy wheels, electric heated door mirrors and others.

In addition to the standard equipment, there is also a wide range of safety and comfort options available for the new SEAT Leon ST 4Drive. These include full LED headlamps, electric panoramic roof, light and rain sensors, front and rear parking sensors, the SEAT Sound System and the navigation system.

Source : Seat

July 14, 2014

JE Design Seat Leon Cupra Wide Body Kit

After the revealing of a “normal” tuning program for the ultra-hot hatchback – Seat Leon Cupra 280, JE Design has now unveiled a new styling project based on the same model. The wide body kit for Leon Cupra 280 gives it a unique appearance and unique stance.

The aerodynamics package includes a new three-piece front bumper, a pair of extended wheel arches and big carbon fiber side skirts. There is also a modified rear bumper with a sporty diffuser housing a new sports exhaust system with twin tailpipes with dimensions 105 x 85 millimeters. The price for the complete package is €6,188.

The exterior is finished in an optional graphite matte complete wrapping with spoiler lip, grille frame, mirror caps, air outlet struts and wheel rims in contrasting red. This procedure will cost additional €3,570.

Other highlights include LED rain light from Formula 1 (€250), KW coilover suspension DCC Plug & Play (€2,299), and last but not least a set of Je Design Y-Spoke alloy wheels in size 9.5J x 19” fitted with Dunlop Sport Maxx GT tires – 255/30 R19 (€2,052).

The 2.0 liter four-cylinder turbocharged engine is boosted to 350HP (258 kW) and 440Nm (324 lb-ft) of torque – an increase of 70HP and 60Nm. 0-100 km/h in 5.4 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited. The result is thanks to only an ECU re-map and the car still fulfills the EURO 6 emissions standard. The price is €1,899.

All prices are including VAT, excluding mounting and painting.

Source: Je Design

July 7, 2014

KW 2014 Seat Leon Cupra – Adaptive DDC Coilovers

KW Automotive is now offering DDC plug&play coilovers specially developed for cars with electronic suspension damping. The KW plug&play kits work in perfect harmony with the OEM control.

The adaptive KW DDC suspension systems are compatible with a variety of cars with electronic damping control and the tuning specialists now offer a set for the ex- King of the Ring – 2014 Seat Leon Cupra 280.

The adaptive DCC suspension control (Dynamic Chassis Control) is an integral part of the standard equipment on selected “sports” Seat models such as the Leon Cupra and can be chosen as an option on the rest of the range.

“When installing the KW DDC coilovers, the original struts simply have to be replaced by the KW stainless steel coilovers”, commented KW Product Manager Johannes Wacker.

“Afterwards, each damper only has to be connected with the Seat on-board electronics via the compatible KW plug-in connection. It’s really easy!”, he added.

The KW DDC plug&play coilover kit uses dirt-resistant KW trapezoid thread on the stainless steel struts and on the rear axle height adjusters, meaning the Seat Leon can be varied in ground clearance by the millimeter. The German TÜV tested adjustment range allows a continuous lowering of 35 to 65 mm on both axles.

Source: KW

July 1, 2014

2014 Seat Leon X-Perience – A Rugged Experience

Seat has presented a rugged version of the Leon ST named X-Perience. It comes with a number of upgrades and will be exhibited in October at the 2014 Paris Motor Show. The first deliveries are expected shortly after that.

2014 Seat Leon X-Perience boasts an increased ride height (by 15 mm) and some plastic body cladding giving the model a more more rugged appearance. There are also new front and rear aluminum underbody protection elements. The black anodized roof rails and set of 17” or 18” unique alloy wheels additionally improve the presence of the Leon X-Perience. Last, but not least are the bigger door sills.

The interior features brown leather and Alcantara upholstery with orange stitching. The normal models will get a fabric finish. There are also several special badges and a large 587 liter luggage compartment, which can be expanded to 1470 liters with rear seats folded down.

The engine range includes a 1.8 liter TSI – 180HP (132 kW) and 280Nm (206 lb-ft) of torque; a 1.6 liter TDI – 110HP (81 kW) and 250Nm (184 lb-ft) of torque and a 2.0 TDI with 150HP (110 kW) and 320Nm (236 lb-ft) or 184HP (135 kW) and 380Nm (280 lb-ft) of torque. The engines are available with 6-speed manual or an optional DSG automatic transmission.

Source: Seat

June 23, 2014

JE Design Seat Leon Cupra – 350HP and 440Nm

JE Design has unveiled their latest project based on the “King of the Ring” – Seat Leon Cupra 280. The ultra-hot hatchback comes with a number of styling upgrades and a significant power increase.

The 2.0 liter four-cylinder turbocharged engine is boosted to 350HP (258 kW) and 440Nm (324 lb-ft) of torque – an increase of 70HP and 60Nm. 0-100 km/h in 5.1 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited. The result is thanks to only an ECU re-map and the car still fulfills the EURO 6 emissions standard. The price is €1,899.

Other performance upgrades include KW coilover suspension DCC Plug & Play – €2,299. The ride height can be adjusted according to driver’s needs, but not lower than 45 mm. Alternatively, lowering springs for original shock absorbers are offered. They provide approximately 35 mm of additional depth, and are also suitable for DCC – €236.

JE Design also offers a full sports exhaust system featuring twin tailpipes – each with diameter of 80 mm. The system, which comes with EC approval, costs €2,023. Those who choose real carbon tail pipes will pay €2,392.

Aerodynamics package features a new front spoiler – €417 and side skirts in carbon look – €357. Last, but not least is the set of Y-Spoke JE Design wheels – 8.5J x 19” ET 45 fitted with 235/35 R19 performance tires – €1,851.

Source: Je Design

May 27, 2014

2014 Seat Leon Sports Styling Kit

Seat has announced a special sport body kit for the 3- and 5-door Leon. The hatchback comes with a number of styling upgrades improving its unique styling.

The kit is the work of SEAT’s design studio in Martorell, and comprises a new front bumper including revised fog lamps, side sills, roof spoiler, and a rear bumper that includes a contrasting black ‘diffuser’ and incorporates twin sports exhaust pipes.

In addition, the kit is complemented beautifully by a set of 19” Sports wheels, available now in either black or silver from the official SEAT Accessories catalogue.

Designed to perfectly complement the lines and curves of the SEAT Leon, the Sports Styling Kit visually lowers the car, giving it a more aggressive stance from any angle. Every part has been designed to avoid looking incongruous when fitted alone.

The Sports Styling Kit can be fitted on S,SE and FR trim levels.

Ordered alone, the prices for the kit’s constituent parts are as follows:

Front bumper: £1,500
Rear bumper: £975
Rear roof spoiler: £399
Side skirts: £645
Twin sports exhaust: £480
Alloy wheels: £999

All prices include VAT, painting and fitting at an approved SEAT dealership.

Source: Seat

March 13, 2014

2014 Seat Leon Cupra 280 DSG – Nurburgring Record – 7 minutes and 58 seconds

The new 2014 Seat Leon Cupra 280 DSG managed to smash the Nurburgring lap record for a FWD (front wheel drive) car. The hot hatchback managed to do a lap in under 8 minutes, which makes it the first FWD production model below that barrier.

The current record was held by Renault Megane RS Trophy, which stopped the clock at 8 minutes and 8 seconds, but the new Cupra 280 needed just 7 minutes and 58.4 seconds.

2014 Seat Leon Cupra 280 is powered by a 2.0 liter TFSI engine with 280HP (206 kW) and 350Nm (259 lb-ft) of torque at 1,750RPM. 0-100 km/h in 5.7 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited. It is able to return 44.1 mpg UK with CO2 emissions of 155 g/km.

Other highlights include a DSG double clutch gearbox and an optional Performance Pack that includes Brembo high-performance brakes, specially designed 19” alloy wheels and Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres.

There is also a mechanical front axle differential lock, a progressive steering system, DCC dynamic chassis control and two-stage deactivation of the electronic stability control (ESC).

Source: Seat

March 4, 2014

Seat Leon ST 4Drive Arriving Soon

Seat-Leon-ST-4Drive-medium Today the Vienna Autoshow kicked off for a 3-day run. To be honest, there isn’t much hype around it. Seat, however, are taking the opportunity to debut and showcase their up-and-coming Leon ST 4Drive. That last bit means permanent four-wheel drive.

Seat’s 4Drive setup is pretty much identical to VW’s 4MOTION system which we discussed last week: the same Haldex 5 coupling, EDS dynamic control, and an extended differential lock (XDS without the ‘+’). It’s only natural, really. Afterall, Volkswagen is the parent company, and the Leon and Golf do share the same platform.

There are two TDI engines (and nothing else) available with the AWD ST Leons. One is a 105 PS 1.6-liter unit, while the other – a 2.0-liter – boasts 150 PS. Both are mated to a six-speed manual gearbox. With start/stop systems and braking-energy regeneration both engines sip the diesel rather than guzzle it. Yet, the 2.0 has a 0 to 60 mph time of 8,7 seconds. That’s pretty impressive if we don’t forget that we are talking about a 4.5 meter long station wagon with 587-liters of luggage space (put the rear seats down and that number becomes 1,470 liters).

Standard equipment on both engine choices will include Seat’s Media System Touch, air conditioning, and power windows and power wing mirrors. The Style trim (available again with both engines) adds things like 16-inch alloy wheels, Media System Touch Colour, a leather steering wheel and cruise control. The FR trim (2.0-liter only) reinforces the sporty character of the Leon ST 4Drive with a particularly powerful front and rear design, 17-inch alloy wheels and a sporty suspension.

No picture material available yet, but the 4Drive shouldn’t look any different from the standard ST.

Source: Seat

January 16, 2014

Seat Reveals Leon Cupra And Leon Cupra 280

The quickest and most powerful series production car in Seat’s range is finally here. Seat Leon Cupra 280 is the top car of a five-strong family. It is capable of achieving less than 6 seconds acceleration time for the sprint from 0 to 100 km/h, while at the same time managing to deliver 44.1 mpg fuel consumption on average.

Leon Cupra comes as standard with a mechanical front axle differential lock, a progressive steering system, DCC dynamic chassis control and two-stage deactivation of the electronic stability control (ESC). The new Leon is built on a new chassis and has a wider front track and entirely independent front and rear suspension.

In other words Leon Cupra and Cupra 280 offer power, performance and dynamics. For example the Cupra 280, with optional DSG transmission, accelerates from standstill to 100 km/h in 5.7 seconds, or 5.8 seconds when equipped with the six-speed manual gearbox. The top speed is 155 mph.

The maximum torque of both models is 350 Nm from 1,750 rpm to 5,300 rpm. At the same time, the cars manage to deliver average fuel consumption of only 44.1 mpg and CO2 figures of just 149 g/km and 155 g/km.

Leon Cupra and Cupra 280 are equipped with 2.0 TSI turbo petrol engine which delivers 265 hp (195 kW) and 280 hp (205 kW), respectively. The unit is packed with dual-injection system which combines direct injection with manifold injection under partial load. This serves in terms of fuel economy optimization and reduces particulate emissions. In addition, the efficiency package of the Cupra also features Start/Stop and Energy Recovery systems.

The impressive dynamics of the model rely on the low weight and a stiff structure. With DCC dynamic chassis control, a front-axle differential lock and progressive steering, the vehicles can deliver now faster acceleration and dynamism.

Furthermore, the new front-axle differential lock improves the traction and handling of this front-wheel drive car. In addition, this system also eliminates torque steer. Progressive steering system is also included as a standard here. It enhances agile handling of the car.

Seat Leon Cupra also features new design. Precisely, its front end now features large air intakes and full-LED headlamps, while at the rear one can see rear diffuser and two oval end pipes. The car runs on exclusive 19-inch wheels alloy wheels with a titanium paint finish, while the red brake callipers and tinted side and rear windows highlight additionally its individuality.

Inside, the Cupra features unique sports steering wheel with shifting paddles for the optional DSG transmission. There can also be seen the sports seats, in dark grey Alcantara finished with white stitching. As an option, Seat offers black full-leather upholstery with white stitching. The pedals and entry sills are made from aluminium.

The Aerodynamic Pack offered for the model comprises of a spoiler on the rear roof edge, Cupra lettering on the brake callipers and black exterior mirror housings. The trim elements in the cockpit of this top sporty variant are decided in deep glossy black.

Seat Leon Range:

Model	Doors	Engine	PS	Combined mpg	CO2g/km	0-62 mph	Top speed	VED band

SC Cupra	3	2.0 TSI	265	44.1	149	5.9	155	F
SC Cupra 280	3	2.0 TSI	280	44.1	149	5.8	155	F
SC Cupra 280 DSG	3	2.0 TSI	280	42.2	155	5.7	155	G
Cupra 280	5	2.0 TSI	280	44.1	149	5.8	155	F
Cupra 280 DSG	5	2.0 TSI	280	42.2	155	5.7	155	G

Source: Seat

January 8, 2014

Seat Releases Leon Eurocup As One Make Series

Seat Leon Cup Racer is a high-performance race car and it contributes to brand’s motorsport tradition. The car will enter a total of six race events in six European countries, where the car will be renamed as Seat Leon Eurocup.

The Eurocup vehicle will offer customer teams a great driving experience for the 2014 season. It runs on 18-inch wheels and sports a new front end which has been specifically designed for optimum aerodynamic efficiency and maximum airflow to the engine and brakes.

At the rear, the wheel arches with their vents improve the cooling effect on the four-piston brake system. The flared sills work in combination with the front spoiler, thus smoothening the under body, rear diffuser and two-stage roof spoiler mounted on a single support in order to provide optimal down force for high cornering speeds.

In addition, the car is equipped with full-LED headlamps that include daytime-running-light signature as well as with LED rear lights. What is more, the interior has undergone a substantial reduction in weight and for the motorsport purposes is equipped with a high-strength roll cage.

The latter works in terms of safety which is further improved by the bucket seat with HANS system for head and neck protection. Driver’s information and operating controls in this sports-vehicle are located in the multi-function steering wheel, while the high-resolution TFT display -behind it.

Leon Eurocup is powered by a two-litre, four-cylinder turbocharged engine which has a maximum power output is 330 hp (243 kW) and a maximum torque of 400 Nm (295 lb-ft). The power transmission to the front axle is courtesy of a six-speed DSG dual-clutch gearbox and is operated from the steering wheel and an electronically controlled locking differential.

Source: Seat

November 28, 2013

JE Design 2013 Seat Leon FR

JE Design has announced their latest project based on 2013 Seat Leon FR. The hot hatchback gets both – styling and performance ugprades.

The exterior features a lot of carbon fiber elements including a front spoiler, side skirts and a rear bumper insert. The price for the complete set is €1,369. In the five-door hatchback, you can opt for a roof spoiler – 357. There are also two stainless steel tailpipes on both sides, each with a diameter of 80 mm. The complete stainless steel muffler (€899) has an EC approval.

Other goodies include lowering springs -30mm for €237 or KW coilover suspension – €1,049, which can lower the car between 35 and 65 mm. For the highest standards, JE DESIGN also offers the adjustable rebound and compression-damping KW coilover suspension Variant 3 – €1,749.

“Scorpio” type light alloy wheels come in dimesions 7.5J x 18” and matt black finish with matt silver front. They are fitted with 225/40 R18 performance tires. The complete wheel set is available at a price starting from €839.

Last, but not least is the performance upgrade for the 1.8 liter TSI engine – 215HP (158 kW) and 300Nm (221 lb-ft) – an increase of 35 HP and 50Nm. 0-100 km/h in 6.9 seconds and hit a top speed of 235 km/h (146 mph). The price is €1,990 including VAT and 12 month warranty.

Source: JE Design

October 16, 2013

JE Design Seat Leon SC – 210HP and 430Nm

JE Design has announced their latest project based on the 2013 Seat Leon SC. The hot hatchback gets styling and performance upgrades as well.

The 2.0 liter TDI is boosted to 210HP (154 kW) and 430Nm (317 lb-ft) of torque – an increase of 26HP and 50Nm. 0-100 km/h in 6.9 seconds and a top speed of 228 km/h (142 mph). The entire performance boost from JE Design is available for €1,990.

The tuning company also offers an aerodynamics package in carbon look for €1,035. The front spoiler is €417, the side skirts €357 and the rear skirt insert is €298.

Two stainless steel tailpipes on both sides emphasize the sporty appearance. The tailpipes each have a diameter of 80 mm. The complete stainless steel muffler is €899 and has an EC approval.

Other goodies are a set of lowering springs for €237 (-30 mm); KW coilover suspension for €1,049 (from -35mm to -65mm) and adjustable rebound and compression-damping KW coilover suspension Variant 3 for €1,749.

JE Design developed “Scorpio” type light alloy wheels specifically for the Seat Leon. They fill the wheel arches in the dimension 7.5J x 18” and a matt black finish with matt silver front. Especially for the FR-TDI, JE DESIGN has wrapped the wheels with high-performance tires in size 225/40. The complete set is sold from €839.

There are also MULTISPOKE rims available in shadow silver, either in 7.5J x 18” (€839) or 8J x 19” with 225/35 R 19 tires (€999).

Source: JE Design

September 11, 2013

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