Seat Alhambra New Generation

New generation SEAT Alhambra – looks same as Volkswagen Sharan, debuting recently in Geneva. The sizes, volumes, a technical stuffing, options and interior one in one, as at German Sharan. Motors – four, pair petrol TSI with direct injection by capacity of 150 both 200 h.p. and pair diesel TDI, developing 140 and 170 forces. Engines with mechanical boxes or automatic DSG are aggregated.

Alhambra can have seven pillows of the safety, not disconnected antispin system ESP, 3-zones "climate control", a panoramic roof and system of monitoring of pressure in tyres.

On sweet – system of automatic parking. Initial execution five-seater, are to order provided six- and seven-seater configurations. The rear places established in a baggage compartment, possess longitudinal resetting and move within 16 centimetres.

2010 JE DESIGN Seat Leon FR

JE DESIGN has launched their Seat Leon FR program which brings both performance and styling upgrades. For the petrol version, the TFSI engine of the JE DESIGN Seat Leon FR has been tuned to output 270 hp (199 kW) 355 Nm of torque. The extra juice of the 2010 JE DESIGN Seat Leon FR comes from a re-programmed ECU. The extra horses enable the car to get from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.2 seconds. The price for this upgrade is 1499 Euros.





The TDI diesel version of the 2010 JE DESIGN Seat Leon FR develops 204 hp (150 kW) and 380 Nm of torque thanks to a re-mapped ECU. The 0 to 100 km/h sprint time drops to 7.6 seconds. The price for the diesel JE DESIGN Seat Leon FR upgrade is 1339 Euros.

The JE DESIGN Seat Leon FR also comes with a new aerodynamics package which includes a new front spoiler with a double lip, side skirts, a rear skirt attachment and a rear diffuser. The JE DESIGN Seat Leon FR features wing-doors, a new exhaust muffler system and 19inch wheels.




The JE DESIGN Seat Leon FR program also includes a new suspension which lowers the ride height by 35 millimeters.

JE DESIGN Press Release:

At Seat, FR stands for Formula Racing. But that was not exciting enough for the JE DESIGN engineers. They turned the new Seat Leon FR into a real sports car which has significantly gained power and also shows it.



The Seat two-liter petrol engine produces 211 hp (155 kW) in the serial model. Due to an optimisation of the control unit, JE DESIGN increases the performance of the TFSI-engine by a good quarter to 270 hp (199 kW). The maximum torque leaps from 280 to 355 Newton metres.



Instead of 7.1 seconds, the JE DESIGN-Leon reaches the 100 kph barrier in already 6.2 seconds. JE DESIGN offers the performance enhancement for 1499 Euros including VAT, assembly and a one-year warranty.

Also the Diesel engine becomes brawnier after JE DESIGN engineers put the finishing touches on their work. The additional electronics Can-Tronic boosts the two-litre TDI from 170 hp (125 kW) to 204 hp (150 kW) and the maximum torque from 350 to 380 Newton metres. Therefore the sprint from 0 to 100 kph is reduced from 8.2 to 7.6 seconds. The price is 1339 Euros and also includes VAT, assembly and warranty.

The Leon FR by JE DESIGN proudly presents this newly acquired power with bold headlight blends (89 Euros), LED daytime running lights (299 Euros) and its aerodynamics pack. The front spoiler with the double lip (279 Euros) draws the vehicle to the road. The side skirts (299 Euros) calm down the air flow which derives from the new rear skirt attachment (299 Euros) and the centre diffuser attachment (99 Euros) at the rear. There, the end muffler with its mighty four-pipe system (899 Euros) unmistakably confirms that this is no serial Seat.

By lowering the vehicle, the car receives a sportier look and a better handling at the same time. Owing to the lowering springs (159 Euros), the Seat is 35 millimetres closer to the road. With the coilover suspension (979 Euros), an individual lowering from 15 to 40 millimetres can be achieved. Therefore, the new 19-inch wheels look especially impressive. The elegant and dynamic design of the Multispoke wheels glows in black and has a polished rim bead. Sport wheels measuring 225/35R 19 ensure a safe contact to the road (entire wheel set for 2930 Euros).

The most significant difference between the JE DESIGN Leon and its serial counterpart shows as soon as the driver opens the doors. The wing door hinges (1499 Euros) first open the doors outwards before they safely glide upwards.

And as if the refinement of the engine and the exterior were not impressive enough, JE DESIGN additionally enhances the interior. Seats, door linings and the centre armrest are all wrapped in noble leather (1599 Euros). Thereby, the colour combination between leather and stitches can be chosen without any additional charges. A two-stage seat heating (379 Euros) is offered as well as an adjustable lordosis support (319 Euros). But the highlight of the interior refinement is not visible: the driver and the passengers can indulge in the luxury of the massage system in the seats which offers twelve programmes (429 Euros). Moreover, the refiner offers to embroider a logo into the back rests (79 Euros) according to the wishes of the customer.

Moreover, the refining experts from Leingarten also offer noble leather for the steering wheel (399 Euros), the gear shift skirt and the hand brake cuff (together for 179 Euros).

With the Leon FR, JE DESIGN once again confirms its competence in refining Seat automobiles. With the performance enhancement, the entire aerodynamics pack and a keen eye for details, the engineers developed a dynamic and overall harmonious automobile.

Geneva 2010: Seat IBE Concept

IBE Concept, is the latest creation from Seat and will be unveiled tomorrow at the Geneva Motor Show and is set to show us the design lines of the upcoming cars from the Spanish manufacturer.


In addition to the 2+2 coupe EV, the VW-owned company is also said to be working on a petrol/electric hybrid based on the next Volkswagen Golf platform. A Seat Leon plug-in hybrid is also planned for release in 2014.


The new Seat IBE Concept is a fully electric car and will carry a 102 hp engine capable to deliver a maximum torque of 18 kWh. This means that the car will borrow the same engine from the A1 e-Tron, set to make its official debut at the same Geneva show. Regarding its performances the car will be capable to sprint from 0 to 50 km/h in just 3.4 seconds, to 80 km/h in 6.3 seconds and to 100 km/h in 9.4 seconds. Unfortunately these are the only details available for the moment but stay tuned.


At Geneva, the IBE Concept was shown with a 75-kiloWatt (101-hp / 102-PS) motor that produces up to 200Nm (147 ft-lb) of torque. The car sprints to 50 km/h in 3.4 seconds, and 100 km/h in 9.4s. The 3.78-meter long coupe weighs 1,000 kg (2,205 lbs).


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Geneva Motor Show: New Seat Ibiza ST

The SEAT Ibiza increases its range with the arrival of the wagon version, called ST, a vehicle that stands out for its youthful, sporty design in addition to functional, to be presented to society in the next Geneva Motor Show. Thus, the Spanish brand continues its product offensive and allows the company to offer the latest range, fresh and attractive market.

This is the first time that Seat includes the supply of its most popular model family a body, a point that reinforces the Ibiza one of the pillars of the brand sales and manufactured exclusively at the SEAT plant in Martorell ( Barcelona).


The new Seat Ibiza ST is a car with a strong personality. A new concept of family car in this segment, not surrendering a modern design that simultaneously provides a wide range of possibilities in terms of practicality and interior functionality. Thus, the ST Ibiza unlike SC and 5-door versions in its body, longer with 4.23 meters, and the volume of luggage, now 430 liters, extendable if the backs of the rear seats tilted down.

The new model debuts Spanish brand new range of engines that include the 1.2 TSI engine with 105 hp between petrol variants and the complete range of TDI engines common rail. Furthermore, the Seat Ibiza ST has a broad standard equipment in three finishes: Reference, Style and Sport.


A modern and attractive design

Undoubtedly the feature that identifies the new Seat Ibiza ST is its large tailgate, which enables substantially increased freight opportunities as well as the ease of doing, preserving the usual sporting spirit of the brand models thanks to an innovative design personality and work of SEAT Design Director Luc Donckerwolke. The new hatchback has a very wide opening angle and provides the Seat Ibiza ST extremely distinctive image.

Following in the stands behind the lever opening the trunk, which marks the personality of the vehicle. As is characteristic of the Spanish company, SEAT logo toggles to open the trunk.


Also, all pilots and extol the sporty bumper of the vehicle.

The personality of the new Seat Ibiza ST also is marked by its front. The design language "Arrow Design" permeates the front of the vehicle. All the lights that stretch to the side of the body and the radiator grille with the logo of the brand presiding give a arrowhead that has already become the symbol of the new image of SEAT.

Another Ibiza Differentiator ST rails are installed on the roof, a very interesting and practical solution when transporting larger luggage.

The interior of the Seat Ibiza ST is characterized by its greater capacity. The trunk is wider thanks to 430 liters, 138 liters which is more than the 5-door version, be expandable if the backs of the rear seats tilted down. Besides the quality of its coating materials also include accommodation in order to have small objects, incorporating serial a 12 volt, for example, connecting a refrigerator.


Six thrusters to choose

The Seat Ibiza ST will be available with a full range of engines. Thus, the mechanics that make up the offering will be, in point of gasoline, 70 hp 1.2 engines, 85 hp 1.4 and the new 1.2 TSI with 105 hp, while the diesel range, in addition to the known 1.6 TDI CR 90 and 105 hp, will debut the new 1.2 TDI CR 75 hp. The entire range of engine meets EU rules-5 emissions.


Vast serial

SEAT's new model will feature a full equipment since the entry version, including items such as ABS, ESP and TCS + EBA, driver & passenger airbag, head airbag, passenger airbag disconnection, air conditioning, Help Assistant pending the start, witnessed loss of tire pressure, electrohydraulic steering, CD/MP3 radio, central locking with remote control, comfort suspension, audible seat belt anchors in front seats and rear seats Isofix in preparation + anchorage Top Tether. Among the optional highlights the possibility of having the XDS electronic limited slip in the engines above 100 hp.

On sale later this spring, the Seat Ibiza ST will become a perfect ally for those who need space for a family trip with some baggage, or to customers for their hobbies need a vehicle with great carrying capacity.
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