SEAT Ibiza FR
WV’s Spanish division SEAT pans to introduce all-new Ibiza FR. The new Ibiza FR will get the same twin charged 1.4-liter TSI engine with the CUPRA, but detuned to develop an output of 150 instead of 180HP. The engine is hooked up to a six-speed manual gearbox or optionally, a seven-speed dual clutch DSG transmission with steering wheel shift paddles that features a sportier software than the one fitted on the 1.6 model of the Ibiza range. SEAT has not disclosed any performance figures but expect to see a 0 to 100km/h sprint time of around 8,0 seconds.
Compared to the standard Ibiza SC (three door model), the Ibiza FR is distinguished by a new front bumper featuring honeycomb slats and a chrome surround on the central grille plus a diffuser-style rear apron. Other unique exterior elements on the FR are the silver colored door mirrors, the 17 inch rims and the twin tailpipes.
Seat Exeo Sport Tourer
Four month ago SEAT has revealed a first pictures of its new mid-size sedan Exeo. Today SEAT present a station-wagon variant of the Exeo that will make its global debut at Geneva Auto Show. Really its a SEAT-branded A4 Avant, called Exeo ST. The new Exeo Sport Tourer will go on sale in Europe before next summer with an engine range and equipment list that is identical to the for-door model. The only differences will be a longer body, at 4.666 meters in length, and a boot capacity of 442 liters.
SEAT Exeo Sport Tourer range will include three VW Group’s petrol engines – a 102HP 1.6-liter, a 150HP 1.8-liter turbo and the 200HP 2.0 TSI, and two diesel units – the 143HP and the 170HP 2.0-liter equipped with the DPF particulate filter and common rail technology. The entire range is mated to a six-speed manual gearbox and complies with the stringent EU5 emissions legislation that becomes effective in 2011. Like the sedan, the Exeo ST is available in three trim levels, Reference, Style and Sport.
Seat’s Leon “Twin Drive” Hybrid
Seat has announced its new prototype of the Leon model which conceived to run on electric power or a petrol engine. The new hybrid called as Leon “Twin Drive” Ecomotive and its powertrain equipped with a 35 kW electric unit fed by a group of lithium-ion batteries located at the rear of the vehicle, and a conventional petrol engine. The initial aim is for the Leon to run on electricity in urban areas, switching to conventional petrol power for trips out of town.
In all-electric mode, the prototype Leon has a range of 50 km and a self-imposed top speed of 100 km/h.
The new Leon Twin Drive Ecomotive features extensive modifications of the gearbox, brakes, heating and cooling systems, while major changes to the vehicle’s electronics have also been carried out.
SEAT Accessories
SEAT is launch a new series of styling stuff and protection packs for its Ibiza 5dr and Ibiza SC, Leon, Altea, Altea XL, Freetrack 4 and Alhambra. The deals include a Protection Pack for the SEAT Ibiza which adds high quality carpet mats, a protective boot tray along with front and rear mud flaps. As option will adding a color-coded dashboard decorative kit, a set of not so cool chromed door mirror caps, bespoke handbrake and gearknob covers, and a two-metre auxiliary lead for connecting iPods or MP3 players.
The SEAT also offers similar Protection and Style packs for other SEAT models. Depending on model the packages include a variety of additions such as flexible load liners, roof bars, door mirror covers, door and sill moldings and interior trim additions. As an added bonus, for each pack buyer SEAT provides a free reflective vest and warning triangle.
SEAT Exeo
SEAT revealed a first pictures of its new mid-size sedan. SEAT Exeo look like cheap redesigned Audi. Exeos will feature cruise control, steering wheel-mounted audio controls, dual zone climate control, USB connectivity and alloy wheels as standard.
SEAT UK Exeo Product Manager James Buckell said: “The fitting of luxurious features such as dual zone climate control across the entire range, as well as convenience additions such as USB connectivity, underlines our determination to make our new saloon a particularly well-specified drive.”
The new four-door sedan is scheduled to go on sale in spring of 2009. Available engine options will include 102HP 1.6-liter and 200HP 2.0 TFSI units as well as three turbo diesels with outputs ranging from 120 to 170HP.
SEAT Tribu
What are you think abot that three-door SUV pictured above? It’s SEAT’s new concept, called Tribu.
In similar circumstances to the Mazda MX-5 sketches, these production-ready drawings were registered by SEAT at the patent office.
The most significant change in the transition from show car to production is the addition of two extra doors. But aside from a more practical layout, the distinctive SEAT front grille, flared wheelarches and gently tapered roofline remain largely unchanged.
Predicted to go on sale in early 2010, the Tribu will be based on its VW Tiguan stablemate. Customers can expect a similar choice of 1.4 and 2.0-litre TSI petrol engines, or a 2.0 TDI.
SEAT Ibiza Cupra
SEAT has unveiled its sporty Cupra model that is equipped with the latest version of the VW Group’s 1.4-liter TSI engine. The new twin-turbo engine now delivers 180 HP and is mated to a seven speed DSG gearbox with steering wheel shift-paddles. SEAT say that while developing the same output as the 1.8-liter turbo in the previous generation Ibiza Cupra, the new engine delivers a noteworthy reduction in emission levels and fuel consumption thanks to its smaller cylinder capacity.
Compared to the other Ibiza SportCoupe versions, the new Cupra gets a aggressive bodykit with new a front bumper that features a lip spoiler and air intake vents surrounding the central grille, 17-inch alloy wheels and a newly designed rear bumper with an integrated difusser and a centrally placed trapezoid tailpipe. Oddly enough, and although the Cupra is the top-of-the-range model in the Ibiza line-up, it does not get side skirts.
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SEAT Ibiza SportCoupe
SEAT has unveiled its new Ibiza SportCoupe, the stylish three-door addition to the model range.
The Ibiza SportCoupe takes inspiration from the Bocanegra concept, and it will go on sale in the autumn 2008. Prices start in Europe at around $10,000 for the entry-level three-cylinder 69bhp 1.2-litre model.
An 84bhp 1.4-litre, and a 103bhp 1.6-litre units will also be available, while other engines, including the diesels and a mooted 170bhp 1.4-litre super-turbo Cupra model are set to be introduced in 2009.
SEAT also revealed the Leon Emocion. Based on the Reference model, it gets more equipment. It adds 16-inch alloys and front foglights, plus steering wheel-mounted audio controls, and is powered by either a 1.6-litre petrol or 1.9-litre diesel. The newcomer costs from £13,250 for the 1.6 petrol, rising to £14,350 for the 1.9 TDI.
SEAT Leon TDI
The SEAT squad unveiled a new diesel Leon TDI for the HiQ MSA British Touring Car Championship. But disappointing results last time out at Croft have dropped Plato and team-mate Darren Turner to fourth and eighth in the drivers’ championship.
“It’s going to be tough,” admitted Plato. “But we had a disaster at Croft – and it’s not beyond the realms of possibility that someone else could have an equally poor weekend.
“We have to make every opportunity count in the second half of the season.”
Seat EXEO B-Segment Sedan
SEAT announced today that it’s planning to expand its line-up with all-new B-Segment sedan model called “EXEO”. The EXEO scheduled to be launched in 2009.
The Seat was clear in last year’s press release concerning the mid-size sedan that it belongs to the C/D segment (Skoda Octavia). So having that in mind, we’re led to believe that the EXEO might be the spiritual successor to the Cordoba Sedan and if so, it will probably be based on the new SEAT Ibiza platform.
PRESS RELEASE
COMPETING IN THE B-SEGMENT
In addition to the saloon, there will be a family version
To be wholly manufactured at the Martorell plant
SEAT’s new saloon car will be called “EXEO”. Its market launch that is scheduled for 2009 marks a new highlight in the history of the Spanish brand, which is expanding its model range towards new segments. The SEAT EXEO is an elegant, dynamic saloon with high quality and outstanding technology that faithfully reflects SEAT’s personality – design, sportiness and liveliness.
The name EXEO is advanced, forceful and technological, which signals excellence and is highly suggestive of driving pleasure.
Faithful to SEAT’s Mediterranean roots, the new name stems from the Latin word “Exire”, meaning ‘to go beyond’, ‘to go further’. The name differs from all the other range denominations, and indicates the beginning of a new period for the company, that takes the brand into an all new segment. The successful names of the models of the current range will be maintained.
The SEAT EXEO is a B-segment model which does not replace the SEAT Toledo.