The SEAT of the report presented by the Vienna Motor Show, 4Drive version of Leon ST, the SEAT Leon ST 4Drive. Thanks to the permanent all-wheel drive with electronic control system-based Haldex V, the new Leon ST 4Drive initially available with the engine 1.6 TDI 105 hp from next spring, and later added the 2.0 TDI 150 hp performance.
With the first 0-100 km/h in Leon ST makes in 12 seconds before catching the 187 km/h, which is the final speed. Has an average fuel consumption of 4.5 liter/100 km and 119 g/km emission of CO2. With the second 0-100 km/h comes in 8.7 seconds before catching the 211 km /h top speed. It has an average fuel consumption of 4.8 liter/100 km and 124 g/km emission of CO2.
In related news, announced pricing of SEAT Leon ST will start from € 18.250 (€ 16.790 with the withdrawal benefit) for version 1.2 TSI 105HP Style .
It is already available for orders with 3 petrol engines, 1.2 TSI 105hp, 1.4 TSI 122hp & 1.8 TSI 180 hp, and three diesel, 1.6 TDI 105 hp with 99 gr CO2 and zero road tax 1.6 TDI Ecomotive 110 hp, and the 2.0 TDI 184 hp.
THE NEW SEAT LEON ST 4DRIVE WITH PERMANENT ALL-WHEEL DRIVE – VERSATILE AND EFFICIENT
- Shown for the first time in Vienna Autoshow
- Latest-generation, electronically controlled all-wheel drive
- Comes to market with TDI engines, 77 kW / 105 PS and 110 kW / 150 PS
- Compelling efficiency, average consumption just 4.5 and 4.8 litres
- Wide range of assistance systems, full-LED headlamps
- Modern infotainment, extensive equipment
Martorell, 15/01/14 – The most beautiful estate car in its class is now even more versatile. Thanks to permanent all-wheel drive with electronic control, the new SEAT Leon ST 4Drive now masters even the toughest road conditions with maximum traction and safety. The Leon with all-wheel drive comes to market with two TDI engines generating 77 kW / 105 PS and 110 kW / 150 PS. Besides powerful performance, these gutsy engines also demonstrate exceptional efficiency: The average fuel consumption of 4.5 and 4.8 litres per 100 kilometres are outstanding figures for vehicles of this configuration (all data preliminary).
The Leon ST 4Drive makes its public debut at the Vienna Autoshow in January, market introduction will start with the 77 kW / 105 PS version in April 2014 and with the 110 kW / 150 PS version in summer.
“With its new all-wheel drive, the Leon ST 4Drive proves that expressive design, thrilling sporting character and exceptional everyday usability do not have to be mutually exclusive. The 4Drive will build on the success of the new Leon family,” says Jürgen Stackmann, President of SEAT S.A. “With its dynamic look, impressively high level of functionality and state-of-the-art technology, the Leon ST 4Drive defines the new standard among compact estate cars – and at a very fair price.”
Alongside the latest-generation TDI engines and permanent all-wheel drive with intelligent, electronic control, the Leon ST 4Drive boasts a wide array of ultra-modern technologies. The four-wheel EDS dynamic control system (electronic differential locks on both axles), the extended electronic differential lock for better traction while cornering (XDS), the electronic stability programme and the multi-collision brake deliver maximum safety. Further optional hi-tech features include full-LED headlamps, ACC adaptive cruise control with city emergency brake function, drowsiness detection and the Heading Control lane-keeping assistant.
“Dynamism and versatility – the Leon ST is the perfect combination,” says Dr. Matthias Rabe, SEAT Vice President of Research and Development. “As a 4Drive with permanent all-wheel drive, it not only offers reliable traction and optimum safety, it also guarantees driving fun in every situation and under all conditions.”
4Drive has a long tradition at SEAT: In the Leon 1,8 20VT 180PS 4x4 from 1999, a torquey engine and the superior traction of all-wheel drive formed a perfect combination.
