All New SEAT Toledo
Available to Test Drive Now
The dynamic new Toledo has been unveiled.
The stylish and elegant new model is all set to be an even bigger success than its predecessors, of which 860,000 were sold worldwide. The all-new Toledo comes with generous interior space, a high degree of flexibility, outstanding efficiency and is excellent value-for-money. It will appeal to customers seeking a practical, top-quality and affordable car for the whole family.
“The new Toledo will write a whole new success story with its clear SEAT identity, its high quality standard and its extraordinary value-for-money,” said James Muir, President of SEAT, S.A. “This is how we envisage the perfect saloon. Our customers will say: ‘That is a great car at a great price!’”
The all-new Toledo will be launched initially in Spain and Portugal in mid-November and then in the UK in December 2012.
Attractive look with amazing practicality
At 4.48 metres long, the new Toledo is four centimetres longer than its 2004 predecessor. In contrast to the Toledo II, which was equipped with a conventional boot lid, the latest version of the model line – despite its saloon-like profile – comes with a large, wide-opening rear hatch. The comparatively long wheelbase of 2,602 mm (80 mm longer than the Toledo II) delivers a generous feeling of space and plenty of legroom for all passengers.
“The latest drive and chassis technologies of Volkswagen Group deliver excellent driving fun, as well as outstanding efficiency and safety,” says Dr. Matthias Rabe, Vice President of Research and Development for SEAT S.A. “And when it comes to consumption and emissions figures in particular, the Toledo is among the best-in-class.”
Clear design with extra refinement
The aesthetics of the new Toledo are a consistent development of the new SEAT brand design presented in the IBE, IBX and IBL concept cars. And it proves that a five-door, compact hatchback can be exceptionally emotional, sporty and elegant.
The new Toledo has a powerful and solid stance, with clear and precisely defined surfaces, lines and edges. The broad, angular headlamps are a feature of the brand’s current design DNA. Together with the trapezoidal, extremely slender grille, the lower air intake and the horizontal rear light clusters, they bring added visual breadth to the car.
The designers injected an extra portion of refinement into the roofline; it runs in an elegant arc to the broad C-pillar, which rises smoothly from the rear side portion. The low lying rear windscreen gives the new SEAT the air of a coupé, without impacting in any way its versatility and functionality.
The latest engines, outstanding efficiency
As a completely new model, the Toledo makes use of the very latest Volkswagen Group engines. At the pinnacle are highly efficient TSI petrol engines in 1.2 and 1.4 displacements, and a 1.6 common-rail TDI unit. A seven-speed dual-shift gearbox (DSG) is offered in combination with the most powerful petrol variants. The petrol engines generate between 55 kW (75 PS) and 90 kW (122 PS); the petrol Ecomotive version boasts CO2 emissions of just 116 g/km. The Ecomotive version of the TDI diesel engine – which produces 77 kW (105 PS) from a displacement of 1.6 litres – also offers a best-in-class CO2 figure of 104 g/km. During 2013, SEAT will expand the Toledo diesel line-up with a 66 kW (90 PS) TDI variant.
Great equipment as standard
The standard safety package for all Toledos includes driver and passenger airbags, front side airbags and head/thorax airbags. The base model also comes with central locking, a two-piece folding rear bench and power windows in the front.
The stylish and elegant new model is all set to be an even bigger success than its predecessors, of which 860,000 were sold worldwide. The all-new Toledo comes with generous interior space, a high degree of flexibility, outstanding efficiency and is excellent value-for-money. It will appeal to customers seeking a practical, top-quality and affordable car for the whole family.
“The new Toledo will write a whole new success story with its clear SEAT identity, its high quality standard and its extraordinary value-for-money,” said James Muir, President of SEAT, S.A. “This is how we envisage the perfect saloon. Our customers will say: ‘That is a great car at a great price!’”
The all-new Toledo will be launched initially in Spain and Portugal in mid-November and then in the UK in December 2012.
Attractive look with amazing practicality
At 4.48 metres long, the new Toledo is four centimetres longer than its 2004 predecessor. In contrast to the Toledo II, which was equipped with a conventional boot lid, the latest version of the model line – despite its saloon-like profile – comes with a large, wide-opening rear hatch. The comparatively long wheelbase of 2,602 mm (80 mm longer than the Toledo II) delivers a generous feeling of space and plenty of legroom for all passengers.
“The latest drive and chassis technologies of Volkswagen Group deliver excellent driving fun, as well as outstanding efficiency and safety,” says Dr. Matthias Rabe, Vice President of Research and Development for SEAT S.A. “And when it comes to consumption and emissions figures in particular, the Toledo is among the best-in-class.”
Clear design with extra refinement
The aesthetics of the new Toledo are a consistent development of the new SEAT brand design presented in the IBE, IBX and IBL concept cars. And it proves that a five-door, compact hatchback can be exceptionally emotional, sporty and elegant.
The new Toledo has a powerful and solid stance, with clear and precisely defined surfaces, lines and edges. The broad, angular headlamps are a feature of the brand’s current design DNA. Together with the trapezoidal, extremely slender grille, the lower air intake and the horizontal rear light clusters, they bring added visual breadth to the car.
The designers injected an extra portion of refinement into the roofline; it runs in an elegant arc to the broad C-pillar, which rises smoothly from the rear side portion. The low lying rear windscreen gives the new SEAT the air of a coupé, without impacting in any way its versatility and functionality.
The latest engines, outstanding efficiency
As a completely new model, the Toledo makes use of the very latest Volkswagen Group engines. At the pinnacle are highly efficient TSI petrol engines in 1.2 and 1.4 displacements, and a 1.6 common-rail TDI unit. A seven-speed dual-shift gearbox (DSG) is offered in combination with the most powerful petrol variants. The petrol engines generate between 55 kW (75 PS) and 90 kW (122 PS); the petrol Ecomotive version boasts CO2 emissions of just 116 g/km. The Ecomotive version of the TDI diesel engine – which produces 77 kW (105 PS) from a displacement of 1.6 litres – also offers a best-in-class CO2 figure of 104 g/km. During 2013, SEAT will expand the Toledo diesel line-up with a 66 kW (90 PS) TDI variant.
Great equipment as standard
The standard safety package for all Toledos includes driver and passenger airbags, front side airbags and head/thorax airbags. The base model also comes with central locking, a two-piece folding rear bench and power windows in the front.
Warrington Wolves' Tyrone McCarthy Drives Mii
Tyrone McCarthy is gearing up for the Challenge Cup final in a brand new SEAT Mii.
The 24-year-old has been loaned the stunning city car by Warrington retailer IMG SEAT on Bewsey Road.
The partnership has been organised as much for Tyrone’s work as an ambassador for Chester University and his charitable efforts as much as for his rugby league exploits.
Matthew Ginger, Managing Director of IMG SEAT and a Warrington Wolves season ticket holder, said: “We’re delighted to be able to support Tyrone in this way.
“He’s doing some fantastic work for the Wolves and for the local community and it’s great to be able to play a small role in that.”
He added: “The Mii may seem a small car for a big lad but it’s deceptively spacious inside. It’s the perfect fit for Tyrone as he does most of his driving in and around town and, because he’s only young, the insurance is really affordable too.”
Collecting his car from IMG SEAT, an excited Tyrone said: ‘It’s brilliant to receive support like this from a local business.
‘II have been driving a beat-up 10 year-old car and so having the Mii will be a real boost for me and will help me arrive much more refreshed when I travel to training and matches. It’s also a brilliant car to drive.”
For more information about the SEAT Mii or to book a test drive, call IMG SEAT on 01925 428730 or visit the showroom now.
The 24-year-old has been loaned the stunning city car by Warrington retailer IMG SEAT on Bewsey Road.
The partnership has been organised as much for Tyrone’s work as an ambassador for Chester University and his charitable efforts as much as for his rugby league exploits.
Matthew Ginger, Managing Director of IMG SEAT and a Warrington Wolves season ticket holder, said: “We’re delighted to be able to support Tyrone in this way.
“He’s doing some fantastic work for the Wolves and for the local community and it’s great to be able to play a small role in that.”
He added: “The Mii may seem a small car for a big lad but it’s deceptively spacious inside. It’s the perfect fit for Tyrone as he does most of his driving in and around town and, because he’s only young, the insurance is really affordable too.”
Collecting his car from IMG SEAT, an excited Tyrone said: ‘It’s brilliant to receive support like this from a local business.
‘II have been driving a beat-up 10 year-old car and so having the Mii will be a real boost for me and will help me arrive much more refreshed when I travel to training and matches. It’s also a brilliant car to drive.”
For more information about the SEAT Mii or to book a test drive, call IMG SEAT on 01925 428730 or visit the showroom now.
All New SEAT Leon
Available March 2013
Design: simply stunning
“Thanks to its dynamic and assured character, the new Leon inspires a self-confident stance. It has a decisive look,” says Alejandro Mesonero-Romanos, Head of SEAT Design.
He adds: "It is extremely well proportioned, with a slight shift of the visual weight of the cabin over the rear wheels, while keeping a very fluid transition between the front wing and the cabin. Its character lines show pure assertiveness, like for instance the outer shape of the headlamps and tail lamps."
At 4.26 metres long, the new Leon is around five centimetres shorter than its predecessor, yet the wheelbase is up by almost six centimetres. This clever packaging enables short overhangs and enhances the strong visual presence of the wheels, while giving practical benefits such as improved interior space, particularly for rear-seat passengers, as well as in the luggage compartment.
The angular line of the headlamps is a typical feature of the new SEAT design language. Full-LED lights are available for the first time in the compact class. The new headlamps give an unmistakable look to the front end of the Leon. Additionally, the new Leon now has a distinctive signature appearance thanks to the fitment of LED daytime running lights.
The interior: comfortable and premium
The interior of the new Leon has a clear, light and uncluttered look. The dashboard is unconventional and elegant, with a two-tone design that makes it appear to float in mid-air. Fine details underscore the Leon’s high standard of craftsmanship, such as the large air vents, the controls for the air conditioning and the three-dimensional form of the trim elements. The luggage compartment has a volume of 380 litres, which is around 40 litres more than the outgoing model.
Describing the interior, Mesonero-Romanos said: “The quality of the material, the fit and finish and the attention to details is at least as good as you can find in the segment above.
“The design of the dashboard respects our new interior philosophy, with a strong driver orientation. This enhances the ergonomics while giving the design an attractive, sporty feeling. The whole has been designed so the new Leon and its driver feel as one.”
The body shell: lightweight and solid
The Leon uses a new vehicle architecture that enabled development engineers to position the front axle 40 millimetres further forward. The results are a longer wheelbase and a balanced distribution of axle load – factors that significantly benefit comfort and sporty handling.
Thanks to advanced construction techniques and the use of lightweight materials in the body’s manufacture, the overall weight has been reduced by 90 kilograms compared with the previous version.
Drive: powerful and efficient
The third-generation Leon will be powered by a series of powerful and fuel-efficient TDI and TSI engines, ranging from 1.2 to 2.0 litres. All engines feature direct injection and turbocharging, and have been engineered for low internal friction and fast warm-up. Compared with their respective predecessors, their fuel consumption is down by up to 22 percent.
The 1.6 TDI generates 105 PS and 250 Nm (184 lb.ft) of torque. In the Ecomotive version with start/stop system and brake energy recuperation, it returns an astonishing 74.3 mpg on average, equating to just 99 g/km CO2*. The extensively re-engineered 2.0 TDI returns a hugely impressive 70.6 mpg* in the Ecomotive version, yet develops 150 PS and 320 Nm (236 lb.ft) of torque. It is a powerful driving force for the Leon.
SEAT will rapidly expand the engine line-up. Early 2013 will see the arrival of the 1.2 TSI in two versions with 86 PS and 105 PS; a 1.4 TSI with 122 PS; and at the top of the petrol range, a 1.8 TSI with 180 PS and a combination of direct and manifold injection. The diesel line-up will be augmented by the 1.6 TDI with 90 PS and a powerful, range-topping 2.0 TDI with 184 PS. It delivers a maximum torque swell of 380 Nm (280 lb.ft).
Depending on the engine, transmission options range from five- and six-speed manual gearboxes or the renowned six- and seven-speed DSG dual-clutch gearboxes.
The chassis: dynamics with comfort
The new Leon's chassis scores high for its sporty and agile character. Its front suspension features a MacPherson front axle with sub-frame, while the rear uses torsion beam suspension for engines up to 150 PS (148 bhp). More powerful variants use a multi-link construction that handles longitudinal and transverse loads discretely.
The new SEAT Drive Profile for the Leon FR allows the driver to vary the characteristics of the power steering, throttle control and engine sound (FR versions only) via a sound actuator using three modes: eco, comfort and sport. There is also a facility to tailor the settings according to the driver’s preference. The interior ambient LED lighting changes according to the selected setting: white in eco and comfort modes, and red in sport.
Infotainment: modern and flexible
In the new Leon, SEAT offers a full range of up-to-date infotainment systems. The basis is formed by the Easy Connect operating system, which controls the SEAT Sound System entertainment and communication functions, as well as a wide array of vehicle functions, via a touch-sensitive screen in the cockpit.
The entry level* is the Media System Touch, which includes a CD radio with an SD card slot, four speakers and a five-inch touch screen. Media System Colour features more in-screen colours and higher quality, with a CD drive and six speakers as standard (eight speakers in the FR). It connects external devices via Bluetooth, USB or aux-in. Its five-inch colour touch screen also controls vehicle functions.
(*UK trim levels TBC)
The Media System Plus has a 5.8-inch touch screen with three-dimensional graphics in high definition, iPod connectivity, an optional DAB tuner, and voice recognition. The system comes with eight speakers. This system incorporates the navigation system, which also shows navigation information in the colour display between the speedometer and rev counter and can be controlled by voice recognition. The SEAT Sound System has a clear, crisp sound reproduction thanks to its 10-speaker and sub-woofer set-up.
Driver assistance systems: groundbreaking
The new Leon sets benchmarks when it comes to the available driver assistance systems. The drowsiness detection feature recognizes when the driver is losing concentration and suggests taking a break. Additionally, an advanced camera mounted behind the rear-view mirror manages both the Full Beam Assistant, which switches automatically between full and dipped beam, and the ‘Heading Control’ lane-keeping assistant, which makes slight corrections to the electro-mechanical power steering to prevent the driver from crossing over lane markings.
“Thanks to its dynamic and assured character, the new Leon inspires a self-confident stance. It has a decisive look,” says Alejandro Mesonero-Romanos, Head of SEAT Design.
He adds: "It is extremely well proportioned, with a slight shift of the visual weight of the cabin over the rear wheels, while keeping a very fluid transition between the front wing and the cabin. Its character lines show pure assertiveness, like for instance the outer shape of the headlamps and tail lamps."
At 4.26 metres long, the new Leon is around five centimetres shorter than its predecessor, yet the wheelbase is up by almost six centimetres. This clever packaging enables short overhangs and enhances the strong visual presence of the wheels, while giving practical benefits such as improved interior space, particularly for rear-seat passengers, as well as in the luggage compartment.
The angular line of the headlamps is a typical feature of the new SEAT design language. Full-LED lights are available for the first time in the compact class. The new headlamps give an unmistakable look to the front end of the Leon. Additionally, the new Leon now has a distinctive signature appearance thanks to the fitment of LED daytime running lights.
The interior: comfortable and premium
The interior of the new Leon has a clear, light and uncluttered look. The dashboard is unconventional and elegant, with a two-tone design that makes it appear to float in mid-air. Fine details underscore the Leon’s high standard of craftsmanship, such as the large air vents, the controls for the air conditioning and the three-dimensional form of the trim elements. The luggage compartment has a volume of 380 litres, which is around 40 litres more than the outgoing model.
Describing the interior, Mesonero-Romanos said: “The quality of the material, the fit and finish and the attention to details is at least as good as you can find in the segment above.
“The design of the dashboard respects our new interior philosophy, with a strong driver orientation. This enhances the ergonomics while giving the design an attractive, sporty feeling. The whole has been designed so the new Leon and its driver feel as one.”
The body shell: lightweight and solid
The Leon uses a new vehicle architecture that enabled development engineers to position the front axle 40 millimetres further forward. The results are a longer wheelbase and a balanced distribution of axle load – factors that significantly benefit comfort and sporty handling.
Thanks to advanced construction techniques and the use of lightweight materials in the body’s manufacture, the overall weight has been reduced by 90 kilograms compared with the previous version.
Drive: powerful and efficient
The third-generation Leon will be powered by a series of powerful and fuel-efficient TDI and TSI engines, ranging from 1.2 to 2.0 litres. All engines feature direct injection and turbocharging, and have been engineered for low internal friction and fast warm-up. Compared with their respective predecessors, their fuel consumption is down by up to 22 percent.
The 1.6 TDI generates 105 PS and 250 Nm (184 lb.ft) of torque. In the Ecomotive version with start/stop system and brake energy recuperation, it returns an astonishing 74.3 mpg on average, equating to just 99 g/km CO2*. The extensively re-engineered 2.0 TDI returns a hugely impressive 70.6 mpg* in the Ecomotive version, yet develops 150 PS and 320 Nm (236 lb.ft) of torque. It is a powerful driving force for the Leon.
SEAT will rapidly expand the engine line-up. Early 2013 will see the arrival of the 1.2 TSI in two versions with 86 PS and 105 PS; a 1.4 TSI with 122 PS; and at the top of the petrol range, a 1.8 TSI with 180 PS and a combination of direct and manifold injection. The diesel line-up will be augmented by the 1.6 TDI with 90 PS and a powerful, range-topping 2.0 TDI with 184 PS. It delivers a maximum torque swell of 380 Nm (280 lb.ft).
Depending on the engine, transmission options range from five- and six-speed manual gearboxes or the renowned six- and seven-speed DSG dual-clutch gearboxes.
The chassis: dynamics with comfort
The new Leon's chassis scores high for its sporty and agile character. Its front suspension features a MacPherson front axle with sub-frame, while the rear uses torsion beam suspension for engines up to 150 PS (148 bhp). More powerful variants use a multi-link construction that handles longitudinal and transverse loads discretely.
The new SEAT Drive Profile for the Leon FR allows the driver to vary the characteristics of the power steering, throttle control and engine sound (FR versions only) via a sound actuator using three modes: eco, comfort and sport. There is also a facility to tailor the settings according to the driver’s preference. The interior ambient LED lighting changes according to the selected setting: white in eco and comfort modes, and red in sport.
Infotainment: modern and flexible
In the new Leon, SEAT offers a full range of up-to-date infotainment systems. The basis is formed by the Easy Connect operating system, which controls the SEAT Sound System entertainment and communication functions, as well as a wide array of vehicle functions, via a touch-sensitive screen in the cockpit.
The entry level* is the Media System Touch, which includes a CD radio with an SD card slot, four speakers and a five-inch touch screen. Media System Colour features more in-screen colours and higher quality, with a CD drive and six speakers as standard (eight speakers in the FR). It connects external devices via Bluetooth, USB or aux-in. Its five-inch colour touch screen also controls vehicle functions.
(*UK trim levels TBC)
The Media System Plus has a 5.8-inch touch screen with three-dimensional graphics in high definition, iPod connectivity, an optional DAB tuner, and voice recognition. The system comes with eight speakers. This system incorporates the navigation system, which also shows navigation information in the colour display between the speedometer and rev counter and can be controlled by voice recognition. The SEAT Sound System has a clear, crisp sound reproduction thanks to its 10-speaker and sub-woofer set-up.
Driver assistance systems: groundbreaking
The new Leon sets benchmarks when it comes to the available driver assistance systems. The drowsiness detection feature recognizes when the driver is losing concentration and suggests taking a break. Additionally, an advanced camera mounted behind the rear-view mirror manages both the Full Beam Assistant, which switches automatically between full and dipped beam, and the ‘Heading Control’ lane-keeping assistant, which makes slight corrections to the electro-mechanical power steering to prevent the driver from crossing over lane markings.
