Renault Clio, now with swivel seat
Families with a member affected by mobility problems will soon be able to find a new standard vehicle adapted to their needs. Although many firms are responsible for performing conversions for the elderly and disabled vehicles, Renault will offer from the month of June a rotating passenger seat for the Clio, able to change their orientation with a lever and support a maximum weight of 130 kilos. Unlike others, however, does not seem to extend outside the vehicle, although it remains an attractive option, especially taking into account that will be covered by the signature.
The Seat Leon Cupra R by JE Design
The Germans JE Design like, nay love, reviewing models from the catalog of the manufacturer Iberian. In the past, there have been countless versions. Here the Leon FR, is the Exeo or break during the Exeo ST or where the Ibiza SC. This time up to the more spicy version of the Leon aka R driven by a block archi known within the VW group that the 2.0 TSI 265 PS. If their preparation the most recent proposed on the Golf VI showed some restraint, we go to compact the Iberian something far more spicy.
Seat Leon 1.6 TDI CR 105 Hp price from 20,160 euros
Seat announces that it has introduced in the Leon range 1.6 CR diesel engine from 105 hp, paired with a five-speed manual transmission or DSG seven. – 4.5 l/100 km with CO2 emissions of 119 g / km the basic version – is emphasized Ecomotive, recognizable by the grille “sealed” and the introduction of baffles on the front and rear wheels . These aerodynamic changes, albeit marginal, have helped to reduce power consumption by up to the excellent value of 3.8 l/100 km, translated into 99 grams of CO2 per kilometer.
Spain: Out now the SEAT Leon, Altea and Altea XL 1.2 TSI engine
At last the veteran engine 1.6 MPI 102 hp disappears from the supply of compact Seat in the Spanish market. Instead it has placed a new block 1.2-liter, supercharged, direct injection and 105 hp. Improving both the consumption and the benefits.
In Spain the new Leon 1.2 TSI 105 hp is available in the Reference finish. The first one includes air conditioning, ESP, TCS, fog lamps, alloy wheels, audio, computer, cruise control, etc.. The suggested retail price of € 17,180, a price that does not include discounts. The most outstanding of 1.2 TSI is that consumption is reduced considerably compared to the previous 102 hp, standardizing average of 5.7 L/100 and emitting 132 g / km of CO2.
IBE Seat Concept – Geneva Motor Show 2010
At the Geneva Motor Show will also present the IBE Seat Concept Car Electric signed by the Spanish brand which also anticipates the aesthetic solutions for next cars Seat, as highlighted by designer Luc Donckerwolke. The IBE Concept is a long 378 cm wide, 180 cm high and only 122 cm. Despite the appearance of coupe, the cabin is four people.
More details of the new 2010 SEAT Ibiza ST
A couple of weeks ago showed the first images Seat Ibiza the ST and communicate some data. Now we can supplement the information with details of benefits and new images. The launch will take place in spring.
On the mechanical side, the most important is the introduction of two engines with 1.2 liters, a 75 hp diesel and a 105 hp gasoline. The rest of the offer will be made up of blocks already known.
1.2i 12v
Portugal: SEAT introduces the Leon 1.6 TDI CR DSG
So far in the Spanish market the SEAT Leon 1.6 TDI CR only combined with five-speed manual gearbox, but Portugal has already begun marketing the version provided with the excellent DSG twin-clutch shift.
Spain: New 2010 SEAT Altea Freetrack
Over the next week in Spain SEAT begin marketing the new range Altea Freetrack, which receives as its main novelty access two new engines very interesting. A few weeks ago I had remarked that in some markets this model received the 1.6 TDI engine 105. Well, come to Spain accompanied by a 125 hp gasoline.
New SEAT Ibiza MTV TRL, special series for Italy
SEAT registrations are in the Italian market a few months in the doldrums, with constant decreases. To try to change this trend, the proposed subsidiary in Italy for a special series called MTV TRL Ibiza.
Seat Ibiza and Leon “Good Stuff Edition”
The renewed partnership between Seat and the international pop star Shakira is much more than just a campaign. The manufacturer, who will accompany the singer during her tour of Europe in 2010, is launching two special versions of the Leon and Ibiza both called “Good Stuff Edition,” the title of the last single from “She Walf” of Colombian singer: “Good Stuff”. The ad is ready and it marks a turning point in the world of automotive promotion because it was made digital animation














