Spanish family hatch gets reworked powertrain line-up as Seat reinvigorated with fresh investment
The Seat Leon has been updated with a range of more efficient petrol and plug-in hybrid engines, as well as upgraded interior technologies. The entry-level turbocharged 1.0-litre petrol engine has been replaced with an updated version of the larger 1.5-litre turbo unit. It sends 114bhp and 162lb ft – 6bhp and 14lb ft more than previously – through a six-speed manual gearbox. In addition to the extra power, it also yields an extra 1.9mpg compared with the axed 1.
The temperature control slider is now illuminated, addressing a key criticism of the car’s interior. An upgraded wireless phone-charging pad is also available, putting out up to 15W. It is also refrigerated to keep a phone’s battery cool, to improve charging performance. As well as the interior and powertrain changes, the Leon also gains the option of matrix LED headlights for the first time. Production of the new Leon will begin imminently, Seat said.
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