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SEATCupra.net - Your #1 source for SEAT information Saturday, 11 December 2010 Home SEAT News SEAT Sport News Info Base FORUMS Gallery Links About us Search You are here.... Home SEATCupra.net December desktop wallpaper The December 2010 desktop wallpaper features cars from SEAT's range in an exclusive Christmassy scene. Have a great Christmas and New Year from all at SEATCupra.net. Download it from the gallery below. 1680x1050 - 1280x1024 - 1200x800 - 1024x768 - 320x480 (iphone/touch) Fireworks as SEAT celebrates a brace of Scoty wins Spanish car maker SEAT is celebrating scooping a brace of prestigious national awards with the news that versions of its recently-revised Leon family hatch have been named Eco Car of the Year and Sporting Car of the Year in Scotland. Read more... SEATCupra.net video reviews from the Alhambra and Ibiza ST press launch SEATCupra.net exclusive video review - SEATCupra.net were invited to the official Press Launch of the new Alhambra and the Ibiza ST which also had almost every model in SEAT's range available for test driving. Syphon has done a couple of video reviews including the new Alhambra, the Leon Cupra R and the Ibiza Cupra. Read more... Seven Heaven: SEAT Alhambra glides into UK showrooms The new SEAT Alhambra is making an elegant entrance into UK showrooms this week as the Spanish brand’s highly-anticipated successor to its original seven-seat MPV makes its public debut here. Read more... SEAT dealers 'MANIA' for success SEAT is increasingly being seen as a hot property among ambitious dealers, and dealer groups, keen to capitalise on the brand’s attractive array of sporty, great value models. SEAT UK’s sales continue to grow apace – to the end of September the firm’s market share was hovering around a record 1.6%. Read more... SEAT's simply stunning VAT-free offer Hot on the heels of its most successful sales quarter in the UK SEAT is revealing details of what must surely be one of the most attractive offers in its 25-year history here. The simple, straightforward message is this: buy one of a number of selected new SEAT models and you'll pay no VAT. Read more... Brand building the name of the game at SEAT SEAT UK MD Peter Whinney spoke to headlineauto news at the Paris motorshow and explained that increasing brand awareness is the key to the company succeeding, but there is still a long way to go. Read more... The New SEAT Alhambra - Technology to Enjoy SEAT is continuing its ambitious product offensive with the motor show debut in Paris this week of an exceptionally versatile model: the new Alhambra. New from the wheels up, SEAT’s roomy MPV offers plenty of space for leisure, business and hobbies fulfilling the expectations of family life, as well as the demands of high-mileage business drivers. Read more... Paris 2010 - Ibe concept, now with added interior SEAT's Exciting new Ibe Electric concept is growing legs, with a fully fitted (concept) interior, as well as clearer styling cues towards the nex generation SEAT's The new face & rear lights clearly indicate what the Mk3 Leon will look like, as well as hinting towards the direction of interior design. Read more... SEAT�s elegant Exeo becomes the automatic choice The elegantly sporty SEAT Exeo saloon and the dynamic Exeo ST estate are set to become the automatic choice for business and private drivers alike with the debut in Paris this week of a new drivetrain option. Read more... SEAT celebrates 25 Years of success in UK September 1985: England regain the Ashes at the Oval, the Super Mario Bros. video game is released by Nintendo and, in momentous motoring news, SEAT UK opens for business. Read more... Dealers see the value in SEAT brand With its new cars sales flying high and market share running at an all-time record, SEAT is seeing its stock rise still further among ambitious dealers keen to grab a slice of the Spanish car maker's successful formula. Read more... Surprise BTCC debut for YourRacingCar.com with support from SEATCupra.net YourRacingCar.com storm into the BTCC at Silverstone with Phil Glew SEATCupra.net is proud to reveal the exciting news that YourRacingCar.com will contest the Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship at Silverstone on the weekend if 21/22 August, in a Special Tuning UK SEAT Leon. SEATCupra.net the No1 SEAT enthusiasts community will also be sponsoring the YRC Special Tuning UK Leon for the Silverstone round. Read more... New iPhone app puts SEAT fans in Pole Position SEAT is putting iPhone users in the driving seat with the release of the latest version of its popular, and free, SEAT Race game. Read more... SEAT celebrates victory at Motability Supplier Awards SEAT is celebrating after scooping the award for best Manufacturer Partner at the fifth annual Supplier Awards presented by Motability Operations - the company which operates the Motability car, powered wheelchair and scooter scheme. Read more... Turn On, Tune In, Rock Out with SEAT Digital Radio Always keen to offer its drivers the very latest technology, SEAT is now making DAB radio available to Leon, Altea and Altea XL buyers via a new, state-of-the-art, satnav system. Read more... SEAT's summer offers keep the heat on the competition SEAT is unveiling a plethora of stunning summer offers across the bulk of its growing range of sporty, dynamic models as the Spanish brand looks to build on a solid first six months of 2010. Read more... SEAT's latest special edition has star quality SEAT is celebrating its partnership with Columbian pop sensation Shakira with the debut in UK showrooms of a special edition SEAT Ibiza that's packed with ‘good stuff'. Read more... SEAT'S Scorching Leon Cupra R is Here! Just weeks after SEAT launched its most economical Leon to date in the shape of the latest Ecomotive the stylish Spanish brand is teeing up the showroom debut of its most potent Leon yet: the awesome Cupra R. Read more... New tech models cram even more value into SEAT Exeo • New SEAT Exeo versions are brimming with extra equipment • Sat-nav, black leather upholstery, BOSE premium sound system as standard • £3,270 of equipment for just £875 more than standard SE or Sport models SEAT is launching its best-specified cars yet with the showroom debut this summer of new Exeo Tech and Exeo ST Tech models. Read more... SEAT's Bank Holiday Bonanza for Used Car Buyers • Unrepeatable offers on selected used SEATs • Free servicing and low rate finance deals • Pre-owned Exeo SE available from £199 per month This Bank Holiday weekend (29-31 May), SEAT is offering used car customers a suite of tempting deals on some of the Spanish brand’s most desirable models. Read more... More... SEAT steals the show in Madrid Huge meet for fans of the Spanish brand WIN Tickets to the BTCC at Oulton Park with Club SEAT Celebrating 60 years of SEAT Business is booming at Britain's Golden Garage SEAT ECO-NOMICS makes GREEN motoring add up SEAT unveil the new Alhambra MPV SEAT celebrates What Car? driving school deal 2010 British Touring Car Championship Spotter Guide SEAT�S LONG-LASTING LEON ECOMOTIVE PROTOTYPE SEAT Leon Cupra R First UK test SEAT Leon Cupra R: The Ultimate SEAT storms into UK SEAT and Shakira � shining stars at Geneva Motor Show SLEEK SEAT IBIZA ST MAKES ITS WORLD DEBUT IN GENEVA SEAT is showcasing the IBE Concept, a compact sports coupe for the age of electric mobility The young sports car for the electric age SEAT starts up the �Good Stuff� campaign to promote joint project with Shakira SR-SPORT TO FIELD A FOUR-ACE TEAM SEAT'S MARCH-ING ON WITH EXEO OFFERS SEAT delivers 500 units of the new Leon ECOMOTIVE to British Gas SEAT's cheeky archer shows his sociable side WTCC racer Tom Boardman to join BTCC line up for 2010 SEAT searches for soccer stars of today, and tomorrow SEAT previews new Ibiza ST Estate SPICY NEW SEAT IBIZA FR TURBODIESEL DEBUTS SEAT pulls out of WTCC but will continue to support privateers YRC give SEAT Motorsport supporters something to smile about!! AmD enter 2010 BTCC with VW Golf SEAT CELEBRATES SALES RECORD IN 2009 SEAT Sport 2010 decision expected next week You've gotta love SEAT's radical NEW Ibiza adverts SEAT and Shakira get together again SEAT named most improved used car brand of the decade SEAT scoops its biggest fleet deal to date The FIA awards SEAT and Gabriele Tarquini respective trophies as WTCC champions SEAT Sport drivers and employees celebrate two WTCC titles SEAT becomes World Touring Car Champion again ! YourRacingCar.com give fans Moore for their money Jordi Gen� and Tiago Monteiro best positioned SEAT on the starting grid in Macau Jaime Alguersuari, SEAT ambassador SEAT achieve aims and continue leading the WTCC Third consecutive pole position for SEAT and Gabriele Tarquini SEAT Sport to defend WTCC leadership in Japan The SEAT Leon CUPRA joins the SEAT CUPRA Race SEAT Ibiza Bocanegra - SEATCupra.net Road Test New SEAT Le�n CUPRA R - Details Ex-BTCC racer Blanckley to compete in Spanish SEAT championship SEAT celebrates a cluster of September successes SEAT quality goes from strength to strength SEAT Ibiza Ecomotive sets new economy record SEAT main sponsor of Red Bull Air Race World Championship in Barcelona SEAT supports National Tyre Safety Month SEAT�s latest launches take the lead at the Rally Catalunya AmD SEAT Cupra Wins Dunlop Sportmaxx Cup! The SEAT Exeo range grows with two new versions Family-sized concept for the Ibiza range SEAT joins the BIG league with MASSIVE UEFA Football Deal The ECOMOTIVE range grows New SEAT Leon CUPRA R to debut at Frankfurt Motorshow SEAT Sport drivers faced with difficult start positions Pole Position for Gabriele Tarquini�s SEAT Leon TDI The Ibiza range grows with the new FR, CUPRA and Bocanegra models and the 1.6 TDI CR engine SEAT picks up the prestigious �Red Dot Award� in Germany SEAT celebrates best ever used car sales SEAT starts construction on Audi Q3 Workshop to produce it in 2011 SEAT IBIZA SCOOPS TOP SECURITY AWARD SEAT�S SCORCHING HOT HATCH STUNNERS SEAT drivers the worst at basic car checks || SEAT Cupra.net - SEAT Forum User Name Remember Me? Password Go to Page... Welcome to the SEAT Cupra.net - SEAT Forum. If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. 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Thread Tools Rate Thread Display Modes 17-02-2009, 00:09 # 1 kriso _______ C U P R A _______ Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Brighton Posts: 2,447 Seat Sport Cupra brake caliper info I've gathered quite a bit of info on the Seat Sport calipers so thought I'd put it all in one place in case it helps others. Maybe someone can make this a Sticky? The calipers are 4 pot fixed calipers made by AP Racing and supplied direct to Seat Production. OEM replacement pads are around �100 but quite a few people use Ferodo DS2500 instead (same shape as Clio V6 which are easier to come by). They are around the same price and perform better. See Bill in the Badger5 forum for more info. AP recommend replacing the retaining pins and spring when the pads are changed. These are available as part of a fitting kit from Seat (expensive!) or individually from an AP distributor. Several people (5 at the last count and including myself!) have had alot of problems getting the retaining pins out which, for some reason, tend to get seized in place. AP Racing haven't been able to explain why this happens and this retention method is used across their range. I wonder if it is to do with the bridge bolts/sleeves corroding - they seem to be omitted from most of their other calipers. According to AP, the pins are supposed to be removed using a a pin punch no more than 4mm in diameter and approx 20mm long. But often they need to be cut out and then replaced. Forum links My ordeal Fitting guide Useful AP Racing part numbers: Right leading caliper : CP6607-8S0 Left leading caliper : CP6607-9S0 Retaining pins : CP6607-31 Piston seal kit CP4525-JJ Bridge bolt : CP5555-156ST Bridge tube : CP5200-124 Tightening torques Bleed screw : 17Nm Hydraulic feed : 25Nm Retainer bolts : 17Nm Caliper to upright bolts : 120Nm Specs Dry weight : 3.4kg Pistons : 4x 1.5" per caliper Max disc diameter : 312mm Max disc thickness : 25mm Min disc thickness : 25mm Min pad thickness : 2mm If anyone has any other info about these calipers, post it up here __________________ Leon Cupra R 225 WANTED: Leon Cupra R Platinum Grey Rear Bumper kriso View Public Profile Find More Posts by kriso 23-02-2009, 22:02 # 2 kriso _______ C U P R A _______ Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Brighton Posts: 2,447 Just in case anyone fancies replacing the piston seals - Removal: Before removal procedure begins the brake caliper should be thoroughly cleaned using warm soapy water only. Ensure that all hydraulic ports are sealed before cleaning and dry caliper thoroughly before work begins. Do not use chemical cleaners of any kind or petrol/gasoline as this will cause permanent damage to the new seals. 1) Use a reaction block selected to fill the full width of the caliper pathway as shown in fig.1. This block must span the length of the caliper opening and be well supported between the brake pad abutments at either end of the caliper. 2) Loosely insert a hydraulic fitting (M10x1.0) into the caliper feed port as shown in fig.2 (a spare Bleed Screw loosely fitted will suffice). Do not tighten to form a seal. 3) Press a hand held air gun against the fitting as shown in fi g.3 and allow a short, high pressure burst of air to enter the caliper (a perfect seal between the air gun and fitting is neither necessary or advisable). Keep all body parts away from escaping air and caliper pistons. 4) A single burst of air should be sufficient to extend all pistons at once as shown in fig.4. If one or more pistons remain jammed in the caliper body after repeating this step then the caliper may need to be returned to AP Racing for assessment. Please contact AP Racing Technical for assistance. 5) Remove reaction block. It is possible that the dirt seals may become detached from the caliper body at this point. If so the pistons can be carefully pulled from the caliper body with dirt seals attached. It is also possible that the dirt seal may become detached from the piston in which case the piston should be pulled through the dirt seal to remove. Where dirt seal remains attached to both piston and caliper body a small blunt instrument (such as a rounded off screwdriver, see fig.10) should be used to carefully release the dirt seal from the piston, as shown in fi g.5. 6) Fig.6 shows pistons removed with dirt seals remaining attached to caliper body. 7) The dirt seal can now be removed by carefully inserting a narrow, blunt blade (such as a medium sized screwdriver) through the seal opening and between the outer ring of the seal and the back wall of the dirt seal recess as shown in fig.7. By gently turning the screwdriver the seal should work free. Only very light force is required to perform this operation. Never use excessive force as damage to caliper body may result. 8) Once dirt seal is removed the pressure seal will be exposed, located in the groove in the caliper body as shown in fig.8. 9) Using the small blunt instrument from step 5 (see fig.10), carefully remove the pressure seal from the caliper body as shown in fig.9. 10) All dirt and pressure seals should be removed from the caliper by following the above procedure. Before new seals are fitted all pistons and the caliper body should be inspected for damage. If damage of any kind is present on either the caliper bores or piston outer diameters the caliper should be considered unfit for use and either replaced of returned to AP Racing for assessment. If in doubt regarding any aspect of caliper safety please contact AP Racing Technical for assistance. Refitting: 11) Before re-assembly ensure that all parts are perfectly clean and free from debris or moisture. Replacement pressure seals should be soaked in AP Racing DOT 5.1 brake fluid for 30 minutes prior to fitment. Do not remove excess brake fluid as the excess will aid fi tment of pistons. Do not soak dirt seals. 12) Carefully fit pressure seal into groove in caliper body ensuring that it seats correctly in the groove. Seal should be free from damage and not be twisted or kinked. Pre-assemble dirt seal on piston (seal locates in groove on piston end). Carefully slide piston into caliper bore (pressure seal must already have been installed as shown in fig.11. Only light pressure applied by hand is required. If piston does not slide easily into place remove and inspect parts. If difficulty is experienced when installing pistons please contact AP Racing Technical for assistance. 13) The dirt seals can now be pressed into caliper body. Carefully locate seal in caliper body using finger pressure only. Then select a suitable rigid, flat bar or similar as shown in fig.12. and position to cover dirt seal. 14) Apply slow and even pressure to dirt seal using bar as shown in fig.13. Care must be taken to ensure that dirt seal is inserted square to the caliper body. 15) On correct installation the dirt seal should sit fl ush with the caliper body as shown in fig.14. Repeat steps 12 to 15 to fit all remaining pistons and seals. Once calipers are refitted to vehicle a pressure test should be carried out to check for leaks. With the engine running press the brake pedal and hold at a constant load for 60 seconds. No �sinking� of the brake pedal should occur. If the pedal does �sink� (travel further when under constant/steady load) it should be considered that a leak in the brake system is present. If a leak is suspected check all hydraulic joints and inspect reconditioned calipers. If cause of leak cannot be identified contact AP Racing Technical for assistance before vehicle is used. The repair kit may also contain 2 off small �O�rings for replacement of Bleed Screw seals where fi tted. There may also be replacement Bleed Screw dust caps included. Where included these parts should be fitted to the brake caliper. __________________ Leon Cupra R 225 WANTED: Leon Cupra R Platinum Grey Rear Bumper kriso View Public Profile Find More Posts by kriso 11-05-2009, 11:21 # 3 Smee Perfect Gentleman Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Norfolk, Norwich Posts: 994 Hello Good post can you please tell me how many of each bit i need to order if i dont buy the fitting kit from Seat? Thanks Lee __________________ Build Thread Smee View Public Profile Find More Posts by Smee 28-09-2009, 17:07 # 4 mardon Is LOVING DSG!! Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: In 2nd Gear! Posts: 1,994 I can confirm I also had a nightmare getting new disks/pads fitted due to items seezing up. mardon View Public Profile Find More Posts by mardon 12-11-2009, 19:16 # 5 boomhauwer 1.4 TDI Turbomotive :D Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Belgium Posts: 172 question: on the mark 5 cupra the 4pot sport brakes are an option, is this also the case for the mark4 cupra or are the AP racing brakes standard? boomhauwer View Public Profile Find More Posts by boomhauwer 12-11-2009, 20:51 # 6 Damoegan Sir Bob,a geordy legend.. Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Newcastle Posts: 9,697 Standars on both 20VT and TDI in the UK but they were a optional extra in the rest of europe. __________________ Damien My ED30 ---- My mk4 Cupra-sold Damoegan View Public Profile Find More Posts by Damoegan 12-11-2009, 21:02 # 7 F2 Stu I. Am. Legend. Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Erith, Kent, UK Posts: 7,000 Never had the pins sieze up on me, same with the bridge bolts Coating the ends with copper slip on each change helps! __________________ 1998 SEAT Cordoba 2.0 16v SX Coupe 1999 VW Lupo 1.4 16v F2 Stu View Public Profile Find More Posts by F2 Stu 13-11-2009, 09:29 # 8 mardon Is LOVING DSG!! Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: In 2nd Gear! Posts: 1,994 They dont come coated from the factory and if you live by the sea it can be a problem. mardon View Public Profile Find More Posts by mardon 21-07-2010, 10:30 # 9 Tom Duff Full Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Bristol Posts: 35 What size are the pistons on these? Tom Duff View Public Profile Find More Posts by Tom Duff 21-07-2010, 10:54 # 10 Tom Duff Full Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Bristol Posts: 35 Sorry just re-read the first post. Tom Duff View Public Profile Find More Posts by Tom Duff 03-08-2010, 19:00 # 11 rod the sod Senior Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: South Wales Posts: 560 any tips on cleaning the seat sport brake calipers? i have tried eveything and just cant seem to get them looking good! rod the sod View Public Profile Find More Posts by rod the sod 03-08-2010, 20:01 # 12 vroomtshh Full Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Dreghorn, Scotland Posts: 1,218 Quote: Originally Posted by rod the sod any tips on cleaning the seat sport brake calipers? i have tried eveything and just cant seem to get them looking good! Scotchbrite and fresh paint vroomtshh View Public Profile Find More Posts by vroomtshh 03-08-2010, 20:03 # 13 techie Skoda Techie Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Martley, Worcs Posts: 5,128 Probably worth noting these are the same as the racing brake option on the Mk5 Ibiza. __________________ techie View Public Profile Find More Posts by techie 05-08-2010, 18:28 # 14 rod the sod Senior Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: South Wales Posts: 560 does that mean the wheels off the mk5 will fit on the mk with the ap racing brakes? i have given up cleaning them, the more i try the more pink they turn! rod the sod View Public Profile Find More Posts by rod the sod 17-11-2010, 14:33 # 15 Ric 2001 Need an ID-ten-T form Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Shaw/Royton (Depends On Where I Am In The House!) Posts: 2,011 More info...... OP's Retaining pins : CP6607-31 is actually a full retaining pin set + pads+retaining springs. Correct order code just for the pins is...... CP7600-109 @ a massive �1.28 each!!!! Also just got a set of DS2500 for �77 __________________ Platinum Mk4 Cupra 1.8 20vt MY05 - P-Torque Re-map - 209whp , 222bhp , 233ft/lb @ Awesome GTi 14/07/2007 Is Now Loving Wavetrac ATB Is Now requiring a 3mm punch for tubular brake pins..... Ric 2001 View Public Profile Find More Posts by Ric 2001 17-11-2010, 18:53 # 16 kriso _______ C U P R A _______ Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Brighton Posts: 2,447 Quote: Originally Posted by Ric 2001 More info...... OP's Retaining pins : CP6607-31 is actually a full retaining pin set + pads+retaining springs. Correct order code just for the pins is...... CP7600-109 @ a massive �1.28 each!!!! Wow, makes you wonder how Seat can charge �143 for the LCR Brembo pins and springs (no pads)!! Apart from the pins being slightly longer for the LCR, the set is almost identical __________________ Leon Cupra R 225 WANTED: Leon Cupra R Platinum Grey Rear Bumper kriso View Public Profile Find More Posts by kriso 17-11-2010, 21:24 # 17 great_kahn Spooge Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Leicestershire Posts: 1,456 Quote: Originally Posted by kriso Wow, makes you wonder how Seat can charge �143 for the LCR Brembo pins and springs (no pads)!! Apart from the pins being slightly longer for the LCR, the set is almost identical Becuase SEAT are robbing *******s? __________________ "Horsepower sells the car, torque wins the race" - Carroll Shelby great_kahn View Public Profile Find More Posts by great_kahn Bookmarks Facebook Digg Google del.icio.us StumbleUpon « Previous Thread | Next Thread » Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests) ( View-All ) Members who have read this thread : 534 *Mercenary* , 106r16v , 200 cupra , 20VT Andy , 3 phase dave , a13exf , Adam Bomb , adam kelly , adam taylor , Adamm , adm013 , adr25FR , adzer , albert1984 , Aloy , Altech , Amit , amitch , andersfj , andrewfx1 , AndrewJB , Andy ap , andypandypoos , andywg , Anekiller , Ant FR , antzedwardz , Anx_Cupra , apf102 , Arnoldo , Arosa Cupra , asanradu , ashb 130 tdi , ATP , AwesomeAl , ayrshire_cupra , a_waugh , B18OGY , BaezoN , bald_eagle , barker57fr , barney501 , basssound , Batman , bbewekim , Beddie , belfastcub , ben3486 , benema , Benl172 , bertrum , Blakrover , bluearosatdi , bongi69 , boomhauwer , boost , borderboy , bowrin , Breezapom , Brem , brwmogazos , Bull3t Proof , c.foulkes , C13RYP , cadets , calalou972 , calmarshall , carl123uk , Carlos_11 , cbrewer28 , CELICA88 , chengster15 , chevychase , chris4500uk , Chriswaite130 , CJRamze , Coltweed , Commando-Smurf , conkerman , Conway! , corbs , Cos , cpotter15 , Craigcts , craig_87 , CrossyR , csd_19 , cubiksrube , cudsy1 , CupeR , Cupra ADM , cupra-J , Cupra. , cupra.al , cupra/chris , cupraA1 , cupraajy , CupradanM , CupraJ1 , CupraJimbo , CupraOl , cuprarico , Cuprasi , CupraSport , cuprastic , Cupra_Jack , Cupra_Jay , D1x0n , D4V2K1 , Damoegan , Dan1098 , DanDiesel , dangriff , danielchefe , DanLewis1991 , darkhorse , Darzy18 , davep2604 , Dave_88 , dave_chandler , davidmills2002 , Davidsr , daz_c , Deako , Deamox1fy , DEAN0 , deanaird , deanomite , dee1 , dErZ , dewindoeth , dicky FR , didevldo , diesel knievel , digby130? , Digger , ding-dong , Disco_Biscuit , Dittle , djlomax , DKershaw , DK_CupraR , Doodle@MAU , Dopsonj , DPJ , DScape , dsj20v , duffman502 , Eagle21 , eddy68 , egypt , eightbits , el dude , erichuyn , ERK_RS , eugenebd , evoke1xt , EZ Tutty , F2 Stu , Farantho , Fatnfast , Ferkel , Ferryman , ffoxy , Fl@pper , flappy , flegz16 , fletch_306 , Fox974 , FR8ZER , Fr_liam , FR_MATT , fr_nathy , Fun Time Felix , Fusion405 , fuzzy232 , G. 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The views expressed herein are those of the individual contributors and not necessarily those of SEATCupra.net or SEAT All trademarks and copyrights remain property of their respective owners. || Car News Car Reviews Auto shows Top Gear Business Home » Cars » Car Reviews » Seat '/> Register login 2010 Seat Leon Cupra R Review Picture Gallery Posted on 10.16.2009 09:00 by Terence Filed under: Seat | hatchback | Seat Leon | sports cars The Spanish arm of the Volkswagen family, Seat has just added a new version to its sporty Leon lineup of hot hatches to make the all new factory tuned Seat Leon Cupra R the most powerful vehicle in the automaker’s history because it is powered by a 2.0 Liter TSI engine that produces a maximum output of 265 HP that allows the Spanish sports car to sprint from 0 to 60 MPH in just 6.2 seconds and hit an electronically limited top speed of 155 MPH. The car’s increased performance under the hood is only accentuated by the new ten spoke 19 inch rims that are actually five pair of skinny split spokes that hide the large red brake calipers behind them. Both the front grill and rear hatch get a distinctive R badge complete with trailing checkered flag to let the world know that this is a special kind of Leon Cupra no matter whether you are coming at it head on or watching the Seat get smaller and smaller as it zooms on by. The interior of the Seat Leon Cupra R is upgraded with a sporty set of bucket seats wrapped in grippy grey Alcantara upholstery, while the instrument cluster is lit up by a series of white LEDs. As far as the drivers tactile connection to the car is concerned, Seat has fitted the most powerful Cupra with a leather wrapped multifunction steering wheel and some sporty aluminum pedals to make this car look as good as it goes. UPDATE 06/21/2010 : Just nine months after we got a first look at the new Seat Leon Cupra R, it has gone on sale in the UK. The new Cupra R gets a four-cylinder turbocharged 2.0-liter engine that has 261 horsepower. That is a massive 10 percent more than the old Leon Cupra.Press release after the jump. Press release SEAT is beginning the second half of the year with the same punch as it ended the first half, keeping up with the launch of new products that are making the Spanish brand’s range the freshest and youngest on the market. This year’s Frankfurt Motor Show, being held from 17-27 September, is the backdrop for the unveiling of SEAT’s new León CUPRA R, the sportiest, most powerful model in the company’s history thanks to its awesome 265 hp 2.0 TSI engine and a long list of exclusive interior and exterior detailing that redefine its stunning new looks and personality. The CUPRA R crowns the León’s sportiest range, providing a tempting offer of both equipment and engine line-ups.High-tech, high-speed performance The new CUPRA R has earned a special chapter in SEAT’s history book. Equipped with a 265 hp engine, it is the brand’s most powerful car, and matches the output of the champion SEAT León TDI raced at the WTCC. These credentials are revealing of SEAT’s new model’s excellent performance output and figures. The focal point on the new León CUPRA R is its 265 hp direct injection 2.0 TSI engine. Its main characteristics are its tremendous power, easy torque transmission and elasticity. The car’s new engine also features a new, high-pressure fuel pump injector to satisfy its greater performance demands, while fully complying with strict EU5 emissions standards. The new León CUPRA R powerhouse delivers performance levels worthy of a WTCC car – a top speed of 250 km/h and 0 to 100 km/h acceleration in barely 6.2 seconds. It also covers a standing kilometre in only 25.7 seconds. These competition-class figures are achieved with the fuel efficiency of only 8.1 litres on average to cover 100 km. The high level of exclusivity of SEAT’s new model is easily identifiable on both the outside and inside by the distinctive letter ‘R’ readily visible on the central grille and at the lower right of the hatch, the right instrument dial and the remote control key. The exclusive CUPRA logo graces the front bumper on the lower left, the centre of the hatch, the steering wheel and the seat backrests. Further distinctive detailing on the CUPRA R that underlines its racing spirit are the spectacular 19 inch, five double-spoke wheels shod with 235/35 tyres. The wheel assembly also enables a set of generous 17 inch 345 x 30 mm front disc brakes with 16 inch 286 x 12 mm at the rear given the greater braking capacity needed by a car that harnesses 265 hp beneath the bonnet. The interior features eye-catching competition styled bucket seats in grey alcantara upholstery, white LED lighting on the instrument dials, a leather multi-functional steering wheel and an aluminium pedal arrangement. With its prevailing shades of black, the passenger compartment of SEAT’s new model is as comfortable as any higher segment car, and the view from the driver’s seat is as impressive as the cockpit of a race car. The CUPRA R version displays an extensive line-up of standard equipment, including ABS + TCS, ESP + EBA, electronic self-blocking XDS, front airbags, 2 side airbags, 2 head airbags, passenger airbag disconnection, rear window seat Isofix anchoring points, low tyre pressure warning, automatic lights on, rain sensing wipers, rear parking sensor, cruise control, tri computer, cornering foglights, dual zone climate control and CD radio + MP3 + 8 speakers + MDI, among others. ---- Design The new León CUPRA R is easily recognisable on the road. The new ‘R’ version builds on the essentially sporty lines of today’s León CUPRA with a number of distinctive features that round off its upgraded image with a yet more ‘racy’ look. The front end grabs your attention. An exclusive honeycomb mesh central grille with a black surround and the letter ‘R’ on the right are the car’s most obvious trademarks. As on the CUPRA versions, too, the sophisticated air vents beneath the grille enhance its sporty appeal. Another tell-tale CUPRA feature seldom found on other cars are the pronounced shoulders that house the headlights. A black character stripe runs the length of the front bumper and the word ‘CUPRA’ stands out on the left. Finally, there is a larger trapezoid-shaped cooling grille, with cornering fog lights built in at the sides. From the side, the car’s exclusive 19-inch Cosmos Silver ‘Potenza’ wheel rims (optionally available in white) are shod with ultra-low profile 235/35 tyres, and the five double-spoke rims reveal enormous red brake callipers. The disc sizes and four-pot callipers provide the immediate braking response obviously required by a car in this class. The side view includes gloss black door mirrors, which lend the car a personal touch and echoes the mirror treatment of the entire SEAT CUPRA range. The rear of the car also clearly identifies the SEAT León CUPRA R. As at the front, a more blunt bumper with a prominent black moulding enhances the car’s racy looks. A polished steel oval exhaust pipe, the model name in the centre of the hatch and the letter ‘R’ at the lower right of the hatch (also seen on the key control and engine block) complete the check-list.Sporty interior Inside this extreme new SEAT, great pains have been taken to ensure that the passenger compartment detailing reflects the car’s sporty exterior. Extensive use of black and grey helps conjure up the sporty atmosphere of a race car cockpit. The first thing you see when opening the doors of the new León CUPRA R are the competition-styled bucket seats with a combination of grey cloth and alcantara upholstery, integrated headrests and the CUPRA logo on the backrests. These comfortable seats provide great lateral support in tight bends and, as on the CUPRA version, an attractive new option is available: black leather upholstery with white cross-stitching, highly reminiscent of ‘70s competition cars. There is a three-spoke multi-functional leather steering wheel with aluminium colour inserts and the CUPRA logo at the bottom, plus a matching gearknob with a newly designed gear diagram. The competition-style wheel is flattened at the bottom, with ergonomic grips at either side. The instrument panel is lit with self-regulating white LEDs, and the letter ‘R’ can be found at the bottom right of the left-hand speedometer dial. The centre console houses the warning switches, in black, the ESP disconnection and a new row of buttons which includes the parking sensor disconnection. Design modifications have also been made to the climate control and the new satellite navigation system, which blend in perfectly on the León CUPRA R. Finally, no self-respecting CUPRA R vehicle would be complete without a set of racing aluminium pedals and footrest to round off a comfortable driving position. ---- Engine "It’s the most powerful car ever built by SEAT – and, in fact, is as powerful as the Leon touring car racer, putting out 261bhp from a two-litre turbo petrol engine, the same unit found in the Audi S3. ( TopGear )The new CUPRA R is equipped with a turbo-charged 265 hp (195 kW) 2.0 TSI engine, making this car the most potent production SEAT to date. The engine settings have been carefully calculated to deliver its 265 hp output, brilliant performance, moderate fuel consumption and EU-5 emissions compliance.The most powerful in the range turbo-charged 265 hp 2.0 TSI engine; top speed of 155 mph and 0 to 60 mph in 6,2 seconds The new engine on the CUPRA R is a development of the familiar 2.0 TSI. Its 265 hp comes from a different engine management set-up, as well as greater turbo pressure compared to the 240 hp engine: 1.9 bar at maximum output and 2.2 bar at maximum torque compared to the 1.8 bar of the 240 hp 2.0 TSI. On both the 240 and 265 hp versions, the 2.0 TSI engine features a new, high-pressure fuel-injection pump and modified catalyst in order to comply with EU-5 emissions standards; the intercooler connection pipe is also different on both models – the 265 hp version including a higher-performance intercooler. As a result, the 265 hp engine helps the CUPRA R to a top speed of 250 km/h (self-limited), 0 to 100 km/h acceleration in only 6.2 seconds and 0 to 1,000 metre acceleration in only 25.7 seconds. 350 Nm of torque is generated between 2,500 and 5,000 rpm, guaranteeing brilliant in-gear acceleration – 5.7 seconds from 80 to 120 km/h in 5th and 7.1 seconds in 6th. The León CUPRA R’s TSI technology also means a much lower fuel consumption than might be expected of a 265 hp high performance hatch; only 8.1 litres on average for every 100 km. The CUPRA R also features usefully lower emissions levels than many of its rivals, as its 190 g/km on average make it the most efficient car in its segment with this power output.Custom gearbox The six-speed manual gearbox fitted in the CUPRA R has also been modified compared to the 240 hp version. Reinforced to withstand the car’s 265 hp and 350 Nm output, the 5th gear has been designed with fewer teeth, giving it greater transmission resistance while maintaining virtually the same gear ratio. Other modifications carried out by the Martorell Technical Centre include reinforcing the synchronising rings on 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th gears, while 3rd and 5th gears feature an extra rectification after the tightening process. The gear lever movement is also now 6 mm shorter than before for even faster gear changes. The 265 hp 2.0 TSI on the León CUPRA R warrants a new exhaust system and the tail section has a new silencer to adapt to the demands of the new engine. Efficient cooling system The León CUPRA versions feature an engine cooling system that responds faithfully in any situation. The larger radiator with welded tube technology provides better cooling to deliver greater performance. In order to enhance the radiator’s heat exchange function, both the León CUPRA and the León CUPRA R are equipped with a tandem electro-ventilator arrangement made up of a twin 300 and 200 W ventilator. The front intercooler is cooled by channelling air to the exterior through optimised deflectors that maximise the airflow-pressure ratio. In order to achieve this, it was necessary to adjust airflow to the maximum in relation to the exterior design of the bumper. Finally, part of the pleasure derived from driving the León CUPRA R comes from the spectacular engine roar developed by SEAT engine acoustics engineers. The effect on SEAT’s most powerful car can immediately be felt, and heard, by the driver and front passenger. ---- Chassis SEAT’s Agile Chassis is responsible for transmitting the 265 hp output delivered by the new León CUPRA R’s engine to the road surface. On this version, the chassis has been enhanced to make it one of the sportiest, most effective in its segment. SEAT technicians worked to find the most appropriate settings to maximise traction capacity and performance; thereby delivering an agile car capable of effectively dealing with any combination of road surface and layout. Electronic self-blocking XDS as standard The new XDS system on the León CUPRA R is key to helping transmit it’s the car’s prodigious horsepower to the road, in the process guaranteeing the highest levels of safety, precision and control. In combination with ESP and TCS, this system acts as a self-blocking differential without the need for any additional mechanicals. It anticipates wheel traction loss and limits power to the wheel that is potentially losing grip. This system provides a similar feeling through the steering wheel to that of a car with a conventional self-blocking mechanism, and considerably improves the capacity to transmit power from the driven front wheels to the ground. Especially through tight twists and turns, this prevents the inside wheel from slipping and reduces understeer. The result is a car with unbeatable handling and sporty driving pleasure. The system also combines perfectly with ESP for enhanced active safety. The SEAT León CUPRA R’s trademark sports performance, agility and quick response provides driver and passengers alike with added driving comfort. Modifications have been made to the front and rear shock absorbers, too, to create a smooth, precise ride on winding roads and motorways, and the front and rear silentblocks have been lengthened by 1.5 and 17 mm, both compared to the FR and CUPRA versions. Further modifications include stiffer front and rear springs, 35% and 30% stiffer than on the CUPRA version, and a 17 mm lower ground clearance than on the basic Leon. The anti-roll bar, meanwhile, maintains the same diameter. As on the CUPRA version, the brakes have been reworked to do justice to the new SEAT’s power output. The CUPRA R sports larger ventilated disc brakes than on the rest of the range, featuring a 345 x 30 mm arrangement at the front and 286 x 12 mm at the rear.New steering parameters The León CUPRA R is the first Volkswagen Group model to use 19-inch wheels on this platform, guaranteeing a more immediate steering response with a much lower slip angle. The SEAT Technical Centre adapted the software parameters of the power assisted steering to the specific requirements of the CUPRA R, resulting in a greater level of assistance at lower parking speeds and less assistance at medium speed. These modifications have increased the steering wheel’s sensitivity to torque variations, maintaining the habitual linear torque progression with steering wheel angle, while it remains the same at high speeds to ensure agile lane changes. The spectacular 19-inch ‘Potenza’ wheels are shod with 235/35 tyres and are available in white or Cosmos Silver; their five double-spoke structure revealing flashy red brake callipers.Every imaginable driving aid The SEAT León CUPRA R is fitted with all available driving aids such as ESP, ABS + TCS + EBA + EBV. Hill Hold Assist is another electronic driving aid found on the new SEAT León CUPRA R. It helps by keeping the vehicle stationary on a slope for two seconds when the brake pedal is released prior to accelerating. This prevents the car from rolling forward or back, and makes city driving and manoeuvring more comfortable. ---- Equipment The SEAT León CUPRA R is equipped to the highest levels. Its full electronic equipment line-up includes countless active and passive safety and comfort features, as well as items that enhance the model’s sporty nature. Driver and passenger safety are paramount, with the possibility of protection from up to eight airbags – two at the front, two front side airbags, and a head airbag at the front and rear. These six airbags come as standard, with the option of rear side airbags. The rear window seats are also equipped with Isofix anchoring points for child seats. As well as the XDS system, other standard active safety measures include ABS, TCS, ESP and EBA emergency breaking that activates the hazard lights when engaged. The car’s anti-theft device is a standard, volumetric motion sensing alarm. Furthermore, the León CUPRA R is equipped with other electronic driving aids such as cruise control and a driver-defined maximum speed warning system. The standard sports seats are highly distinctive on the CUPRA R, featuring a combination of grey cloth and alcantara upholstery, integrated headrests and the CUPRA logo on the backrests, with the optional possibility of ordering the car with black leather upholstery and white cross-stitching. The lighting system includes new headlights and tail lights, optional bi-xenon lights with the AFS system that now features daytime driving lights ahead of the 2011 deadline for obligatory installation. It also comes with standard cornering fog lights that greatly improve visibility.Fingertip navigation The satellite navigation system is completely new. It combines audio equipment and navigation system with a touch screen and SD memory card slot. The screen displays information related to navigation, audio, telephone and climate control. The Integral Parking Pilot has front and rear sensors, and the Optical Park System displays the proximity to obstacles surrounding the vehicle on its screen, as a visual back-up to the warning beeps. Another new system is the MDI Multi Device Interface, which provides USB or Aux-in connectivity to external audio sources through a discreetly located twin-lidded slot. The car is also equipped with an upgraded version of the terminal that regulates the telephone, with even more Bluetooth functions. The instrument panel also features new displays such as a digital instant speed indicator and recommended gear function. There’s also a new menu selection concept, new languages, a multi-function indicator and vehicle condition display. Many of these functions can be controlled via the buttons located on the new multi-functional steering wheel. The clusters on the left side operate the audio/telephone, with the menu control functions on the right. Finally, the new SEAT León CUPRA R is available in nine body colours – Candy White, Emoción Red, Crono Yellow, Mágico Black, Citrus, Speed Blue and the Lumina Orange, Kiwi Green and Furia Grey Custom Colors. The León CUPRA R comes with the following standard equipment on the Spanish market: SAFETY ABS + TCS ESP + EBA XDS system Front airbags Two side airbags Two head airbags Passenger airbag disconnection Rear window side Isofix anchoring points Height adjustable seatbelts with fastening warning (driver side) Low tyre pressure warning Cruise control Volumetric alarm with back-up battery Anti-theft roof aerial EXTERIOR Double headlights Cornering fog lights Coming Home function Dark tinted glass Gloss black door mirrors Body colour bumpers with integrated mouldings Specific suspension ratings 19” ‘Potenza’ silver alloy wheels with 235/35 tyres INTERIOR Dual zone climate control Height and reach adjustable specific multi-functional 3-spoke leather steering wheel with CUPRA logo Specific leather gearknob with CUPRA logo Sport seats with specific upholstery and CUPRA logo Height adjustable driver and passenger seats Storage drawer beneath driver seat Aluminium pedals Glove compartment light Boot light ELECTRICAL DEVICES Front power anti-trap one-touch windows Remote control central locking CD radio + MP3 + eight speakers + MDI Combined USB + Aux-in docking port Electric heated folding door mirrors Trip computer Recommended gear indicator Automatic lights on Rain sensing wipers Rear parking sensors Power rear windows Headlight beam adjustment from the inside Furthermore, the complete standard equipment line-up found on the new SEAT León CUPRA R can be complemented with the Technology Plus package, including Bi-xenon headlights + AFS, daytime driving lights, SEAT Media System satellite navigation system, Bluetooth and front parking sensors + Optical Park System. The list of optional equipment includes: Bluetooth telephone installation SEAT Media System satellite navigation system + Bluetooth + additional Aux-in Hill Hold Assist Front and rear parking sensors (Integral Parking Pilot) Front and rear parking sensors + Optical Park System (requires the SEAT Media System navigator) Bi-xenon headlights + AFS + daytime driving lights 19” ‘Potenza’ alloy wheels in white Rear side thorax airbags Leather sport seats Heated washer nozzles + headlight washers Electrically operated slide/tilt glass sunroof Metallic paint Emoción red paint Custom colour paint 3 comments Twitter Facebook Digg StumbleUpon More 3 comments: Seat Leon Cupra R Andress (1081) Send message Add to my friends list Black, red, white, blue, and silver; Viewers are getting bored about this line of colors. But the color of this one is really soothing. I bet the interior is more soothing. Posted on 03.21.2010 chris_cortez (582) Send message Add to my friends list I really know nothing about cupra and how it performs, but i think it’s my third choice for hot hatches, first is Impreza, MazdaSpeed 3, Cupra and lastly is the Focus RS. Posted on 01.25.2010 Marcus_Woods (436) Send message Add to my friends list hey sell it in Mexico and actually SEAT has proved to be very successful in there. You could always buy a brand new Cupra in Mexico and import it to the States, couldn’t that be possible? After all if you are concerned about the after sales support, your local VW/Audi dealer could help , the Cupra underneath is nothing else than a Rabbit/A3! Posted on 01.13.2010 *Registration is required to post in this forum User-ID: Still don't have User-ID? register Forgot your password? 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Sign in Hi : Sign out of Auto Trader Channel Navigation: Cars Bikes Motorhomes & Caravans Used vans Used trucks Farm machinery Used plant machinery Main Site Navigation: Home Used cars Sell a car Car reviews Car insurance More car needs... Compare car loans Check a car's history Value a car Get Auto Trader Insurance More motoring services You are here : Home > Car reviews & news > Seat > Leon > Seat Leon Cupra 2.0 TFSI car review Find car reviews Select manufacturer: Select model: Find reviews Seat Leon Cupra 2.0 TFSI car review Sunday 24 August 2008 Ten Point Test Auto Trader Ten Point Test rating: 81% The Seat Leon Cupra is the hottest Leon from the Spanish manufacturer. It shares many of its components with the Mk5 Volkswagen Golf GTi, although its potent engine is a closer relation to the even quicker Audi S3. But the Seat Leon Cupra’s real trump card is its price. At a little over £19,000 for the standard Cupra, it is almost £1,000 less than the slower Golf GTi, and a massive £8,000 less than the Audi S3. So is the Leon Cupra a genuine alternative, or a cut-price copy? 1. Looks 8/10 Buyers looking for a classic three box family car should walk on past their local Seat showroom – the Spanish manufacturer doesn’t do conventional. Rather than praising its practicality, it hides it to add to Seat’s sporty image. The rear door handles, for example, are hidden in the door pillars for a smooth look, while the tapered side windows give no hint to the space in the cabin. The Leon’s sides are scalloped and the bonnet is awash with curves. Naturally, as this model is the Cupra model, there’s a host of go-faster trimmings, including bespoke front rear bumpers, a black grille surround and door mirror covers, single oval big-bore exhaust, 18-inch alloy wheels and red painted brake calipers. Critics say the standard Cupra looks too much like the standard car to be a default choice for hot hatch buyers, so the Leon Cupra K1 model is available with an aggressive body kit and K1 badging. 2. Looks inside 8/10 The flair continues in the cabin with plenty of curves to brighten up the otherwise bland dash and a chunky-looking – and feeling – steering wheel. The comfortable and supportive sports seats are unique to the Cupra. There’s the obligatory smattering of Cupra branding around the interior, including the dials, seat backs and steering wheel. The controls glow a piercing red when the lights are on, and can be tricky to read. 3. Practicality 7/10 The Leon’s sporty pretensions hide the fact it’s a practical five-door hatch, with hidden rear door handles which need pointing out to passengers getting in for the first time. The boot release is the rear Seat badge, but once the tailgate is lifted, the Leon’s decent sized 341-litre boot is exposed. It’s not class-leading, but big enough for a couple of suitcases (fold the seats and space expands to 1,166 litres) .The narrow and high sill hampers access however. Taller drivers, or those who like to adjust the seat base to higher positions may find the sloping roofline and huge rear view mirror restricts forward visibility. 4. Ride and handling 9/10 Seat has done an excellent job of taming the Cupra’s 240bhp, 2-litre engine; an amount which could easily have made the wheels squirm under hard acceleration. The steering is sharp and nicely weighted and there’s very little bodyroll through the bends, meaning the Cupra can corner hard and fast. The ride is firm, but not crashy, despite Seat engineers taking the suspension from the Leon FR – the Cupra’s hot hatch brother – and lowering it. 5. Performance 9/10 The Seat Leon Cupra is a very fast hot hatch. It’ll cover the 0-62mph sprint in just 6.4 seconds, before reaching 153mph. That makes its performance more explosive than the Golf GTi , Ford Focus ST and Honda Civic Type-R . And unlike the Civic, which packs all its performance right at the top of the rev range, the Cupra develops its peak pulling power of 221lb/ft from just 2,200rpm. On the road, acceleration feels ferocious and relentless all the way through the rev range. There’s no option of the Volkswagen Group’s excellent DSG semi-automatic gearbox (although the less powerful Seat Leon FR can be specified with one). 6. Running costs 7/10 At a little over £19,000, the Leon Cupra is around £1,000 cheaper than the equivalently-specced Golf GTi although insurance groups are the same at group 17E. Seat says the Leon Cupra we tested should return an average of 34mpg. Emissions of 199g/km of CO2 place it in tax Band F , which currently costs £205 per year. Depreciation is likely to be the biggest concern, with Seats traditionally shedding more than other brands within the Volkswagen Group. 7. Reliability 9/10 No real worries here. Seat is part of the VW/Audi group, and is assembled with the same care and competence. The Reliability Index says Seat perform better than most with respect to the frequency and costs of repairs. 8. Safety 7/10 The Leon has scored four out of five stars in the EuroNCAP crash test programme – less than the full five many of its rivals achieve. The Leon Cupra has driver, passenger, side and curtain airbags as standard. It also features a plethora of other systems, including traction and stability control, tyre pressure monitoring, ABS and brake assistance. 9. Equipment 8/10 The Seat Leon Cupra features a good level of equipment. Most of the bits on the Cupra are there to make the car go faster, or look faster. It includes 18-inch alloys, front fog lamps, red brake calipers, tinted windows, Cupra body kit, heated and electrically adjustable wing mirrors, sports suspension. Inside is features dual-zone climate control, bespoke Cupra sports seats, chunky Cupra steering wheel, front and rear electric windows, MP3-compatible CD player with MP3 socket, steering wheel audio controls and cruise control. 10. X-Factor 9/10 The Seat Leon is a genuine wolf in sheep’s clothing. Its searing pace betters virtually everything else in the sub-£20,000 hot hatch market. And the limited edition Cupra K1 adds something for those looking for extra bark to match the bite. Specifications Range price: £19,134 – £20,113 Date tested: August 2008 Road tester: Stuart Milne Specifications Vehicle Summary Performance & Economy Dimensions Interior/Exterior Safety Vehicle Summary Attribute Value Body style Hatchback Engine size 1984 cc Fuel type Petrol Number of doors 5 Number of seats 5 Gearbox type MANUAL CO 2 emissions 199 g/km Insurance group 17 Vehicle tax band J Standard manufacturers warranty (miles) 60000 miles Standard manufacturers warranty (years) 3 years Standard corrosion guarantee 12 years Standard paintwork guarantee 3 years Please note The data displayed above details the usual specification of the most recent model of this vehicle. It is not the exact data for the actual vehicle being offered for sale and data for older models may vary slightly. We recommend that you always check the details with the seller prior to purchase. * Fitted as standard To help you understand the technical data read our FAQ Performance And Economy Attribute Value Fuel consumption (urban) 24.8 mpg Fuel consumption (extra urban) 43.5 mpg Fuel consumption (combined) 34 mpg 0 - 62 mph 6.4 seconds Top speed 153 mph Cylinders 4 Valves 16 v Engine power 240 bhp Engine torque 221 lbs/ft Please note The data displayed above details the usual specification of the most recent model of this vehicle. It is not the exact data for the actual vehicle being offered for sale and data for older models may vary slightly. We recommend that you always check the details with the seller prior to purchase. * Fitted as standard To help you understand the technical data read our FAQ Dimensions Attribute Value Height 1458 mm Height inclusive roof rails No details available Length 4323 mm Wheelbase 2578 mm Width 1768 mm Width including mirrors No details available Fuel tank capacity 55 litres Gross vehicle weight 1945 kg Luggage capacity (seats down) No details available Luggage capacity (seats up) 341 litres Max loading weight 570 kg Max roof load No details available Max towing weight (braked) 1400 kg Max towing weight (unbraked) No details available Minimum kerb weight 1375 kg Turning circle (kerb to kerb) 10.7 metres Please note The data displayed above details the usual specification of the most recent model of this vehicle. It is not the exact data for the actual vehicle being offered for sale and data for older models may vary slightly. We recommend that you always check the details with the seller prior to purchase. * Fitted as standard To help you understand the technical data read our FAQ Interior/Exterior Interior features 12V power point front 2 rear cupholders Cloth upholstery Driver seat height/lumbar adjust Dual zone climate control Exclusive Cupra sports seats Front adjustable head restraints Front cupholder Height/reach adjust steering wheel Isofix child seat preparation Leather steering wheel and gear knob Passenger seat height/lumbar adjustment Rear head restraints Red instrument lighting with brightness control Split folding rear seat Storage under front passenger seat Sunvisors with illuminated vanity mirrors (drivers with covered mirror + card holder) 8 speakers Radio/CD + MP3 Steering wheel mounted audio controls Auxiliary input socket 'Lights On' warning buzzer 3 Button folding key including remote boot release Boot open warning light Cruise control Digital clock and outside temperature display Dynamic steering response (DSR) Electro - mechanical power assisted steering Low fuel warning light Remote fuel flap release SEAT logo boot release Service interval indicator Trip computer Exterior features Black radiator grille Body colour door handles Body coloured bumpers Coming home headlight function Dark green tinted rear windows Electric adjustable/heated/folding door mirrors Electric front/rear windows with one touch/anti pinch Electric headlamp adjustment Exclusive Cupra front and rear bumpers Front fog lights Honeycomb front grille Oval chrome exhaust extension Rear wash/wipe Tinted windows Twin headlights Black door mirrors Solid paint Space saver spare wheel 18" Orion alloy wheels Please note The data displayed above details the usual specification of the most recent model of this vehicle. It is not the exact data for the actual vehicle being offered for sale and data for older models may vary slightly. We recommend that you always check the details with the seller prior to purchase. * Fitted as standard To help you understand the technical data read our FAQ Safety 3 point rear seatbelts x3 ABS + TCS (with TCS deactivation) Child proof door locks Curtain airbags Driver/Front Passenger airbags ESP + EBA + tyre pressure monitoring Front seatbelt pretensioners Front side airbags Height adj front seatbelts/belt force limiters Auto-lock/unlock doors Immobiliser Locking wheel bolts Remote central locking + deadlocks Volumetric alarm with back up horn Please note The data displayed above details the usual specification of the most recent model of this vehicle. It is not the exact data for the actual vehicle being offered for sale and data for older models may vary slightly. 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