Una Batalla ESPECTACULAR!! No se la puede perder!!Aprende junto a Erixon Arias ( El calvo) todo sobre autos!!SUSCRIBETE YA MISMO!! Y SE PARTE DE ESTA COMUNI The Park Assist can be activated by the driver via a switch on the central console. By activating the indicator stalk, he decides the side on which the stationary traffic is to be scanned. While driving by, (up to a speed of 40 km/h and a lateral distance of 0.5 to 1.5 metres), the sensor mechanism detects parking spaces that are large enough The first one has a 3-cylinder, 12-valves 82hp unit, while the other one gets its power and torque from a 3-cylinder, 12-valves 75hp one. Safety. The first thing to look into here would be the results from European New Car Assessment Programme (Euro NCAP) tests performed on the two cars. Seat Leon vs. Seat Ibiza TDi Drag Race 1/4M (402m) 27.05.2017 15:12#697 Seat LeonKategorie: s6čas 1/4m: 14.933srychlost 1/4m: 152.32km/h#17 Seat Ibiza TDiKat Seat Leon 2 1.9 TDi 105 (2005) vs Mercedes Benz W177 Class A 200 (2018) Seat Leon 2 1.9 TDi 105 (2005) vs Seat Ibiza 6J Reference 1.2 12v 70HP (2010) Seat Leon 2 1.9 TDi 105 (2005) vs Seat Ibiza ST Style 1.6 TDI CR 90HP DPF (2010) Ζήστε το πάρτι με την ψυχή σας. Φουλάρετε με πολύχρωμη διάθεση, ανεβάστε την ένταση και ετοιμαστείτε για αναχώρηση. Στο νέο SEAT Ibiza, σημασία έχουν οι όμορφες ημέρες που έρχονται. Έντυπο . Estos tres vehículos son esenciales para SEAT dentro de sus estrategias de venta, tanto nacional como globalmente. El nuevo León, el recién presentado nuevo Ibiza y el también renovado Ateca son modelos que logran posicionarse entre las de los coches más vendidos de cada mes y también de cada año y lo hacen gracias a su capacidad de adaptación a la moda y a presentar una más que coherente relación entre calidad y precio. Dimensiones exteriores Estos tres automóviles se presentan con unas dimensiones entre los casi 4,1 metros de largo del Ibiza hasta los casi 4,4 metros del Ateca y carrocería de 5 puertas. SEAT León Partiendo de esta referencia, el nuevo León mide mm de largo, mm de ancho y de alto con una batalla de mm. El SEAT Ibiza de 2021, cuyos datos están aún por confirmar ya que se acaba de presentar la actualización del que llevaba a la venta desde 2018, debería replicar los mm de longitud, de anchura, de altura y una distancia entre ejes de mm. Por su parte, el SEAT Ateca mide mm de largo, mm de ancho y de alto con una batalla de mm. Configura tu coche Medidas interiores y habitabilidad Con la precaución de recordar que aún los datos del Ibiza de 2021 están por confirmar, no nos cabe duda de que estos coches se venden homologados para dar cabida a un máximo de 5 ocupantes. A partir de esta similitud, presentan un hilo conductor en cuanto a la filosofía y concepción del habitáculo a partir de la digitalización tecnológica del mismo, con independencia de la orientación y uso de cada uno de ellos. Configura tu SEAT León A partir de la presentación del SEAT Ateca en verano de 2020, el León hizo lo propio pocos días después y quedó instaurada entonces la nueva línea maestra de los siguientes modelos de SEAT basados en la tecnologías de a bordo que han sido aplicadas al Ibiza tal y como hemos comprobado tras su presentación. SEAT Ibiza 2021 En este aspecto, la digitalización, ahora es la nota común ya que, hasta esta actualización del Ibiza, el modelo en cuestión se veía en inferioridad de condiciones frente a sus propios hermanos presentando un habitáculo mucho menos tecnológico y que, ahora, cuenta con detalles de mayor calidad como el salpicadero en materiales acolchados o el volante en cuero Nappa. Respecto la posición de conducción, qué duda cabe que la diferencia fundamental, además de la propia postura sentado, reposa sobre la altura y la localización de la vista desde los dos turismos y desde el SUV, siendo la más elevada y próxima a la del acomodo en una butaca doméstica la que instala el SEAT Arona, ideal para quienes quieren disfrutar de las vistas por encima de la del Ibiza o León. SEAT Ateca A la espera de conocer en vivo el nuevo SEAT Ibiza, tomando de referencia al que releva y del que toma su arquitectura, el habitáculo más espacioso es el del SEAT Ateca pero, sobre todo, el SEAT León no tiene especialmente demasiado que envidiar en cuanto a libertad de movimientos, salvo desde los hombros al techo, al SUV. Es cierto que la plaza central trasera quedaría más condicionada en el caso del Ibiza pero es viable compartir ese espacio con otras dos personas en un trayecto no demasiado prolongado en el tiempo tanto en el León como en el Ateca de manera aceptable. En el caso del todocamino, el espacio y la libertad de movimientos para las piernas, desde los pies a las rodillas, es generosa, tanto en el asiento del acompañante como en las plazas traseras de los extremos. Configura tu SEAT Ibiza Maletero Dada la variedad de motores que se ofrece en la gama del SEAT León, la capacidad del maletero puede ir desde los 240 litros del PHEV e-Hybrid hasta los 380 de los que recurren a motores tradicionales. Esta condición hace variar su practicidad pero, tomando como referencia tanto el espacio disponible en su configuración como los motores TSI como TDI, la utilidad del maletero es muy satisfactoria, llegando a dar cabida a varios bultos de dimensiones moderadas como pudieran ser un par de maletas de dimensiones intermedias. SEAT León Por su parte, SEAT anuncia la misma capacidad del maletero del nuevo Ibiza que del saliente, esto es 355 litros de máxima que se reducen a 262 en la variante de GNC. Por último, el Ateca de tracción delantera dispone de 510 litros, siendo sensiblemente menor en la de tracción integral que se reduce a 485 debido al sistema 4Drive de cuatro ruedas motrices Configura tu Toyota Corolla Motores En cuanto a las versiones disponibles, los propulsores que pueden animar a cada modelo son los siguen: SEAT León: Gasolina TSI de 90 CV Gasolina TSI de 110 CV Gasolina TSI de 130 CV Gasolina TSI de 150 CV Diésel TDI de 115 CV Diésel TDI de 150 CV Gasolina híbrido eTSI de 110 CV Gasolina híbrido eTSI de 150 CV Gasolina + GNC TGI de 130 CV Gasolina híbrido enchufable e-Hybrid de 204 CV SEAT Ibiza Gasolina MPI de 80 CV Gasolina TSI de 95 CV Gasolina TSI de 110 CV Gasolina EcoTSI de 150 CV Gasolina + GNC TGI de 90 CV SEAT Ateca: Gasolina TSI de 110 CV Gasolina ecoTSI de 150 CV Gasolina TSI de 190 CV Diésel TDI 115 CV Diésel TDI 150 CV Consumos En cuanto al gasto en carburante, el SEAT León más eficiente corresponde al de la versión híbrida enchufable que homologa 1,2 L/100km. Por su parte, el diésel TDI de 116 CV con 4,3 L/100 km sería el motor de gasóleo más ahorrador y, en cuanto a los motores TSI, dependientes en exclusiva de la gasolina, el más conservador es el de de 130 CV con un consumo de 5,4 litros mientras que la de gasolina y gas TGI homologa 3,7. Por su parte, no se han facilitado aún datos oficiales sobre los consumos del nuevo Ibiza solo que, como novedad, contará con un motor EcoTSI con sistema de desconexión de cilindros que augura un gasto de gasolina más eficiente. El SEAT Ateca que menos consume es el que equipa el motor diésel TDI que requiere 4,8 L/100 km. El motor de gasolina más ahorrador es el del TSI con 6 litros consumidos por cada 100 kilómetros recorridos. Precios A la espera de la publicación de los precios del SEAT Ibiza de nuevo cuño, entendemos que partirá desde una cantidad próxima al Ibiza aún en venta, esto es, unos euros. Respecto de su hermano mayor, puedes configurar tu SEAT León desde €, con una media de ahorro de casi euros gracias a utilizar el configurador de carwow, es posible configurar tu SEAT Ateca desde €, con una media de ahorro de euros a través de nuestra web, precios que, dependiendo del modelo, a los que podría aplicarse el descuento del Plan MOVES III. SEAT Ibiza 2021 – Xcellence Conclusión Como indicábamos al inicio, se trata de tres referentes y entre los coches más vendidos. Mientras que, tanto por su exterior por como su interior, ahora estos tres modelos ya muestran una imagen más actual, la orientación y arquitectura del Ibiza y del León chocan con la del Ateca. En cuanto al capítulo mecánico, la oferta y variedad de motores del León da respuesta casi a cualquier necesidad y permite lucir cualquier distintivo del a DGT y, tanto en diésel como gasóleo, como también ofrece el Ateca, al contrario que el Ibiza que no cuenta con ninguna versión diésel. Sea como fuere, la elección entre cualquiera de estos tres modelos de referencia, incluso a partir del precio, puede ser totalmente emocional, lejos de encontrar razones objetivas como pudiera ser el precio final o el etiquetado, la estética o la funcionalidad pudieran decantar la balanza para un comprador más afín a un modelo que a los otros dos. Suscríbete al Newsletter Editorial de carwow introduciendo tu email a continuación para recibir actualizaciones con nuestros últimos vídeos, opiniones, noticias y publicaciones de blog. Podrás darte de baja de estos emails cuando quieras. Una vez te suscribas, estás consintiendo los Términos y Condiciones así como accediendo a nuestra Política de Privacidad. A Volkswagen Golf in matador fancy dress. Otherwise known as the fourth-generation Seat Leon. And, unsurprisingly, Spain’s family hatch is closer than it’s ever been to Golf-ishness thanks to shared engines, interiors and tech… just for less money and with arguably more style. So has the Golf’s little Spanish cousin had a little growth spurt and overtaken its German relative? Well, depending on what you’re looking for when buying a car, quite - Page continues below It certainly looks sharper. It’s properly handsome now – more distinctive than the hyper-conservative Golf, with sharp swage lines, deep creases and pointy door mirrors. There’s still the love of tessellation and triangles, though. Just enhanced, especially up front with a grille pinched from the Tarraco and a frown like you’ve told it that Bastian Schweinsteiger is a better midfielder than Andres Iniesta. Round the back there’s 2022’s must-have design feature: a full-width lightbar complete with funky light dances when you lock and unlock it. Finally, there's a new more flowing, handwritten script font on the rump. Not sure if that works, as it looks a bit like someone has been using Mum's car to practice their new joined-up writing with a fountain pen. Can I have it as a three-door? Nope. For cost reasons, the more resolved three-door option has been dropped. So the five-door hatch and estate are your only options. The hatch, launched in 2020, is 86mm longer than the previous generation, 50mm of which have been implanted between the front and rear wheels to improve interior cabin space and enhance rear legroom. Boot space remains the same at 380 litres. The cabin itself is all very Golf-y, too, with a instrument cluster and and either 8- or 10-inch infotainment display. As is the way these days you’ll have to make do with minimal buttons, with irritating swipe, slide and touch surfaces and displays for even the simplest tasks, such as increasing the cabin temperature or turning up the radio. More on that on the interior - Page continues below Does it go as well as it looks? You’ve the choice of petrol, diesel, and mild- or plug-in hybrid flavours. We’ve tried the mid-range petrol and mild hybrids so far, and were left suitably impressed: nippy enough around town, comfortable at a cruise, and above all – and perhaps most importantly in the current climate – impressively efficient. It won’t break any speed records, but if you want to go fast, there’s the Cupra hot hatch for that. Full details on the driving start from £22,225 for the entry-level petrol, rising to £29,195 for the mild-hybrid and £34,305 for the plug-in, with a total of six individual trims to choose from. Head over to the buying tab for the full choice from the TSI EVO 150 FR 5dr£25,080What's the verdict?“Spain’s strongest attempt to out-Golf the Golf yet. A stylish, well-equipped and cheaper version of its German cousin”The Leon is Spain’s strongest attempt to out-Golf the Golf yet. And it’s really not far off it. Largely because it’s based on the same spangly MQB platform as the MkVIII Golf and Audi A3 – so might finally be the car to lure budget-conscious hatch buyers from the German end of the new car market and into something a bit sharper, smarter-looking and with keener handling. In fact, VW may have accidentally taken its eye off the ball and made the Leon closer in comparison than it might like. See, the VW Golf now has an enemy within: an electric competitor, the A mass-market electric car that’s very much like a Golf, but electric. Distracted by this new family member, it feels as if VW may have inadvertently given the Leon a leg up. Because if you want a Golf that’s not a Golf, for a bit less money, this is the car to have. Moteur et transmissionSoupapes par cylindre4Soupapes par de course de mmLongueur de course de mmEmplacement du moteurAvant, TransversalEmplacement du moteurAvant, TransversalEmplacement des cylindresEn ligneEmplacement des cylindresEn ligneAlésage du mmAlésage du mmNombre de vitesses (transmission automatique)7 DSGNombre de vitesses (transmission automatique)7 DSGPerformanceCharge moteur115 cv / 5000-5500 tr/minCharge moteur150 cv / 5000-6000 tr/minCouple200 Nm / 2000-3500 tr/minCouple250 Nm / 1500-3500 tr/minAccélération de 0 à 60 mph9 secAccélération de 0 à 60 secVitesse maximale193 km/hVitesse maximale214 km/hCapacité du moteur999 ccCapacité du moteur1498 ccAccélération de 0 à 100 km/ sAccélération de 0 à 100 km/ sConsommation de carburantConsommation de carburant (Cycle mixte) l/100 kmConsommation de carburant (Cycle mixte) l/100 kmConsommation de carburant (Autoroutes) l/100 kmConsommation de carburant (Autoroutes) l/100 kmConsommation de carburant (Ville) l/100 kmConsommation de carburant (Ville) l/100 kmCapacité du réservoir de carburant40 lCapacité du réservoir de carburant50 lAlimentation en carburantInjection directeAlimentation en carburantInjection directeÉmissionsÉmissions de CO2108 g/km (174 g/mile)Émissions de CO2118 g/km (190 g/mile)Norme d'émission européenneEuro 6Norme d'émission européenneEuro 6 AGPoids et volumeCapacité minimale du coffre355 lCapacité minimale du coffre587 lEspace maximal du coffre1165 lEspace maximal du coffre1470 lPoids maximum autorisé1580-1680 kgPoids maximum autorisé1840 kgPoids maximal de remorquage sans freins580 kgPoids maximal de remorquage sans freins640 kgPoids maximal de remorquage avec freinage1100 kgPoids maximal de remorquage avec freinage1500 kgAutres spécificationslargeur avec rétroviseurs ouverts1942 mlargeur avec rétroviseurs ouverts1975 mDimensionsLongueur4059 mmLongueur4548 mmLargeur1780 mLargeur1816 mHauteur1444 mmHauteur1439 mmEmpattement2564 mmEmpattement2634 mmRoues et pneusTaille des pneus avant185/65 R15; 195/55 RTaille des pneus avant225/40 R18 92YVoie des roues avant1525 mmVoie des roues avant1549 mmVoie arrière1505 mmVoie arrière1520 mmtaille des x 15; x 16taille des x 18 Exterior Angular features Sportier overall A bit longer Trapezoidal grille Muscular fenders Tailgate spoiler Rear lightbar New wheels The fourth-generation Leon is a notable departure from the old model design-wise. The biggest change is the sharper body with more angular styling cues and a more aggressive stance overall. The front fascia looks decidedly sportier thanks to a pair of slim headlamps that are wider toward the sides and become narrower to toward the grille. The headlamps flank a completely new grille with a trapezoidal design and a honeycomb-style mesh. What’s more, the nose was moved forward, so the grille pokes out in front of the fascia. Like most automakers out there, Seat designed the new Leon with a bumper grille that extends over the entire width of the apron. This design replaces the old three-piece grille. Overall, the fourth-gen Leon looks completely different from its predecessor. Only the LED pattern in the headlamps reminds of the old car. The engine hood is also slightly longer, but it’s mostly because the nose was moved forward for the grille. The profile doesn’t look strikingly different, but the fact that Seat moved the A-pillars rearward gives the new Leon a sportier look. The scallop under the beltline, on the front door, was carried over from the old model, but it’s deeper now. A similar crease above the side skirts helps create an organic and more appealing design. Toward the back, we can see a smaller quarter window, a slightly wider C-pillar, and muscular rear fenders. Rear-end changes are similar to those in the front and revolve around creating a more aggressive look. Just like the headlamps, the taillights are skinnier toward the center of the fascia and wider to the sides. The LED pattern remains similar to the old model. For the first time ever on the Leon, the taillights include a thin light bar that stretches over the entire width of the tailgate. Just above the light bar, there’s a character line that runs into the tailgate from the rear fenders creating some sort of spoiler. Speaking of spoilers, the tailgate features a larger aero element at the top. The rear bumper doesn’t look all that different compared to the outgoing hatchback. But while the license plate recess is similar, the surfaces are smoother. The diffuser-like element is a bit different, though, and features larger, rectangular exhaust pipes. Thanks to these changes, the fourth-generation Leon is more aerodynamic than its predecessor. Specifically, the drag coefficient improved by eight percent. As far as size goes, the new Leon is longer and lower, but also a bit narrower. At 4,368 mm (172 inches), the new Leon is 86 mm ( inches) longer than its predecessor. The hatchback is 1,800 mm ( inches) wide, which makes it 16 mm ( inches) narrower than the old Leon. Height is about the same at 1,456 mm ( inches), only three mm ( inches) lower than the old model. The wheelbase is also longer than the previous Leon at 2,686 mm ( inches), 50 mm (two inches) more. 2020 Seat Leon exterior dimensions New Seat Leon Previous Seat Leon Length 4368 4282 Width 1800 1816 Height 1456 1459 Wheelbase 2686 2636 The Estate model boasts similar changes to its predecessor in terms of exterior dimensions, with one exception: it’s 93 mm ( inches) longer. At 4,642 mm ( inches) long, it’s also 274 mm ( inches) longer than the hatchback. Interior Nice and clean infotainment Digital instrument cluster Base model looks cheap Leather in range-topping model Slim dashboard Some premium features Voice recognition Same trunk capacity A bit more legroom Like most automakers out there, Seat took the clean and simple approach for the Leon’s new interior. The old a bulky dash was replaced by a slim and multi-tier unit with sharp lines a small "tray" in the center. The infotainment display sits on this "tray," a notable change from the old model that featured an integrated screen. The dashboard looks a bit like the one from the Volkswagen Golf Mk8, but it's pretty obvious that Seat spent a lot of time to make it its own. The somewhat disappointing part is that there is a clear separation between the digital instrument cluster and the infotainment display, unlike the Golf, in which they’re next to each other. With so many automakers having shifted to the twin-screen design, the Leon looks out of place with this somewhat dated configuration. The Seat Digital Cockpit adds a massive, cluster and a 10-inch infotainment display But there are other cool details to talk about. For instance, the decorative molding from the center dashboard extends toward the corners and runs into the upper door panels. We can also see a bit of red detailing at the top. The metal frames of the A/C vents look cool as well. The steering wheel is very similar to the Golf Mk8, which is a good thing, with only the center section and the button layout being slightly different. On the other hand, the lower door panels look boring, while the materials on the center console feel cheap. As far as tech goes, the base model comes with an infotainment screen and a smaller display in the instrument cluster. Opt for the Seat Digital Cockpit, and things become more interesting with a massive, cluster and a 10-inch infotainment display. The latter features gesture recognition, voice recognition, and its "diagonal" graphic design positioning was inspired by the Diagonal avenue of Barcelona. More importantly, this is the first infotainment system with an interface created by Seat’s very own team. The plug-in hybrid models also come with a special e-Manager feature that helps you prepare a trip by managing routes and departure times, as well as the air conditioning system, from a smartphone app. The new Leon is pretty well equipped for a non-premium vehicle. The base model comes with features like keyless start, two USB ports, an electronic parking brake, soft cloth upholstery, a leather steering wheel, and Seat Connect technology. Upgrade to the SE Dynamic trim, and you get a navigation system, the larger infotainment display, the instrument cluster, and tinted rear side windows. Next up is the sportier FR trim, which adds upholstery stitching matched to the color of the exterior, three-zone A/C, a wireless charging tray, and USB ports in the rear. The Xcellence moves the Leon into premium territory with micro-suede cloth inserts, wraparound ambient lighting technology, and adaptive cruise control. Finally, the range-topping Xcellence Lux includes all of the above and adds leather upholstery. When it comes to passenger room, things remain similar in all departments save for rear-passenger legroom. Thanks to the longer wheelbase and better packaging, rear-seat passengers will enjoy an extra 49 mm ( inches) of legroom. Headroom in the first row increased by three mm ( inches), while headroom in the second row is down one mm ( inches), changes that you won’t even notice. As far as trunk space goes, the new Leon hatchback is just as roomy as its predecessor. The Leon can swallow up to 380 liters ( cubic feet) of luggage behind the second-row seats. Seat has yet to release figures for the trunk with the rear seats folded flat, but it should be similar to the old model at 1,270 liters ( cubic feet). Both figures are similar to the Volkswagen Golf Mk8. The Ford Focus offers a bit less behind the second row at 375 liters ( cubic feet), but more behind the first row at 1,354 liters ( cubic feet). Moving over to the Estate version, it offers 617 liters ( cubic feet) of room behind the second-row seats. That’s 30 liters ( cubic feet) more than the outgoing wagon and a solid 237 liters ( cubic feet) more than the hatchback version. If space is what you’re looking for, the Estate is clearly the better option. Drivetrain Same platform as the Golf Engines from the Golf Gas and diesel 48-volt hybrid Plug-in hybrid Up to 201 horsepower Manual and DSG transmissions Hybrid with 38-mile EV range The gasoline range includes three- and four-cylinder engines with up to 187 horsepower The new Seat Leon rides on Volkswagen’s MQB Evo platform. These underpinnings are shared with a wide variety of Volkswagen Group models, including the Audi A3 and TT, all Skoda models, and almost all Volkswagen vehicles in production. The updated platform enables Seat to add a new engine as well. The base gasoline range now features a three-cylinder engine rated at 110 PS (108 horsepower). This mill replaces the old four-pot that delivered similar power. Move up the trim ladder, and you’ll get a four-cylinder unit. Rated at either 130 or 150 PS (128 or 148 horsepower), it replaces the old and mills that produced 125 and 150 PS (123 and 148 horses). All three engines mate to a six-speed manual transmission. They also feature a Miller-cycle combustion process, variable geometry turbocharger, and integrated Active Cylinder Management. The Miller-cycle optimizes valvetrain control with early closure of the inlets and improves fuel efficiency by up to 10 percent. The range-topping model features a larger, four-cylinder engine. This unit cranks out 190 PS (187 horsepower) and replaced an old engine with identical displacement and output. Unlike the other gas engine, the comes standard with a seven-speed DSG transmission. 2020 Seat Leon gasoline engines Engine Horsepower three-cylinder 108 HP four-cylinder 128 HP four-cylinder 148 HP four-cylinder 187 HP Moving over to diesels, Seat offers a four-cylinder in two flavors. The base model cranks out 115 PS (113 horses), while the more powerful version generates 150 PS (148 horsepower). These mills replace an old with 105 PS (103 horses) and a with 150 PS (148 horsepower). Previously Seat offered a mill with 90 PS (89 horses), so expect a new entry-level oil burner soon. The new diesel engine features a Selective Catalytic Reduction system that includes dual AdBlue injectors that reduce NOx emissions compared to previous generation oil burners. 2020 Seat Leon diesel engines Engine Horsepower four-cylinder 113 HP four-cylinder 148 HP Just like the Golf, its Volkswagen-badged sibling, the Leon now comes with mild hybrid drivetrains, a first for the nameplate. Two models are available, with and gas engines that work in conjunction with 48-volt starter-generators and lithium-ion batteries. The three-cylinder generates 110 PS (108 horsepower), while the four-cylinder packs 150 PS (148 horses). The 48-volt system enables the vehicle to coast with the engine switched off, harvests energy under deceleration, and provides electrical torque assistance during acceleration. 2020 Seat Leon hybrid engines Engine Horsepower 48-volt starter-generator 108 HP 48-volt starter-generator 148 HP Finally, the Seat Leon is available with a full hybrid setup that combines a gas engine, an electric motor, and a lithium-ion battery pack. Total output for the combo is 204 PS (201 horsepower), which makes this Leon the most powerful model in the lineup. All-electric range is quite decent at 60 km (38 miles), while charging from empty too full is quite quick at hours. 2020 Seat Leon plug-in hybrid Engine gas engine Electric motor One Battery lithium-ion pack Combined Output 201 HP Range 38 miles Charging time hours Safety and driving assist When it comes to safety and driving assist features, the fourth-generation Leon is the safest Seat created so far. The hatchback and wagon models are fitted with a suite of active safety systems that enables them to "see" the surroundings and help you avoid crashes in various scenarios. One important highlight is Predictive Adaptive Cruise Control, which uses GPS data from the navigation system and input from the front-mounted camera to adjust speed according to the road ahead and the speed limitations displayed on traffic signs. But in order to use this feature, you need to keep your hands on the steering wheel and pay attention to the road. If the vehicle senses you’ve taken both hands off the wheel for more than 15 seconds, it will issue audible and visual warnings, or even give you a braking jolt. If you fail to respond, the Emergency Assist system will bring the car to a complete stop. Prices Pricing for the new Leon is not yet available, but the hatchback shouldn’t be notably more expensive than the outgoing model. The latter starts from £18,850 in the so the new-generation Leon will probably come in at a little over £19,000. The Estate starts from £19,845, so a £20,000 sticker for the new-generation wagon seems very likely. CompetitionVolkswagen Golf Mk8 The iconic Volkswagen Golf was redesigned for the 2020 model year. Although it still looks familiar, the exterior design includes some features that make it stand out, particularly the headlamps and the taillights. The hatchback’s interior looks decidedly more appealing thanks to the infotainment display mounted closer to the instrument cluster and the continuous air-vent strip on the lower dashboard. It also features some higher quality materials as the Volkswagen Group wants to place it a tad above the Leon in the market. The Golf rides on the same underpinnings tho, so engine options are almost identical. The gasoline lineup includes and engines that develop from 90 to 150 PS (89 to 148 horsepower), while the diesel range features a four-banger with 115 or 150 PS (113 or 148 horsepower). You can also opt for the same mild hybrid drivetrains with up to 150 PS (148 horsepower) and a full-blown hybrid GTE model. The latter delivers an impressive 242 horsepower. Pricing for the Golf Mk8 is not yet available, but the outgoing model starts from £22,000, so expect the new hatchback to be notably more expensive than the Leon. Read our full story on the 2020 Volkswagen Golf. Ford Focus The Ford Focus is one of the most popular hatchbacks in this niche. Redesigned in 2018, it features a sporty design with angular lines, but it retains some of the defining features of its predecessor. While not as fancy inside the cabin as the Golf Mk8, it has plenty of technology to give the new Seat Leon a run for its money. Drivetrains are just as diverse. The gasoline range includes EcoBoost engines with up to 125 PS (123 horsepower), while the EcoBoost mills generate up to 182 PS (180 horsepower). The diesel range includes two mills. There’s a EcoBlue with 95 and 120 PS (94 and 118 horsepower) and a EcoBlue with 150 and 190 PS (148 or 187 horsepower). Ford doesn’t offer hybrid drivetrains. pricing for the Ford Focus starts from £20,645, a bit more than the Seat Leon. Read our full review of the 2020 Ford Focus Skoda Scala The Scala is a really new nameplate, having been introduced for 2019 as a hatchback that slots under the Octavia. Essentially a replacement for the Rapid, it’s aimed at the popular Volkswagen Golf and Ford Focus, but it also competes with the Seat Leon. Actually, the Scala is built on the same underpinnings, so it’s essentially a re-bodied, lower grade Golf Mk8. The Scala is a cool looking vehicle as far as design goes, while its interior is closely related to both the Golf and the Leon. If you like your infotainment display to sit closer to the instrument cluster, the Scala is a better option than the Leon. Engine choices are very similar to its Volkswagen and Seat siblings. There’s a three-cylinder with 95 and 115 PS (94 and 114 horsepower), and a four-cylinder with 150 PS (148 horsepower). The sole diesel option is a four-cylinder with 115 PS (114 horsepower), but Skoda also offers a CNG drivetrain that cranks out 90 PS (89 horsepower). Pricing for the Scala starts from £16,940, so it’s by far the most affordable hatchback in this comparison. Read our full story on the 2020 Skoda Scala Conclusion It takes only a glance to notice that the new Seat Leon looks the part, and it’s notably more aggressive than its predecessor. This is an important feat for an affordable hatchback as more and more customers want cars that look sporty in every niche. With the Golf Mk8 boasting a more restrained design, the Leon remains the sportiest choice if you’re a fan of Volkswagen Group hatchback. Its interior isn’t bad either, and trunk capacity is on par or only a tad below the competition. The fact that it rides on the same platform as the Golf is the Leon’s key advantage. Mostly because it inherits the same mild-hybrid and full-fledged hybrid drivetrains, you won’t find these with the Ford Focus or the Skoda Scala. So it’s a good way to buy a Golf that looks better and costs a bit less. Updated / Sunday, 27 Sep 2020 12:37 The Golf is summed up in one word: mature. They are essentially the same car but the new Volkswagen Golf and the new Seat Leon are very different in terms of character and driving characteristics. There's a clear winner though. What do the Volkswagen Golf, the Seat Leon and the Skoda Octavia have in common ? Built on the same platform, they are essentially the same car - stretched and styled differently, but the basic engineering is the same. This makes a great deal of sense for the Volkswagen group, which can allow its brands to pitch for different buyers with different age profiles and requirements, while spreading its development costs across the various car ranges. The Seat Leon. In the case of the Golf and the Leon, the designers have done an excellent job of shaping the cars in a way that makes them look almost entirely different and appeal to different customers. The Golf maintains its enduring personality, a personality that can be summed up by the word mature. The Leon on the other hand focuses on angular design, both inside and out, to give it an edgier and more sport-oriented look. While the former retains its unmistakable presence, the latter has shades of a sharpened up BMW 1 Series. However, the interior of the Leon gives a rather spartan account of itself while the Golf has that familiar intimacy, with every detail worked out to give you an assured feeling of comfort and solidity. Driving both reveals broadly the same profiles coming through in terms of road behaviour and handling and quite a different approach to interior styling. I drove the litre diesel FR sporty version of the Leon and the TSi petrol version of the Golf, both of which are new to the market. The differences are not as great as one might think. Both cars had roughly the same power output at around 150 horse power. The Leon had 18" wheels, a firmer suspension set up a DSG automatic gearbox, while the Golf had 17" wheels, normal suspension set up and a manual gearbox. That automatic gearbox in the Seat, a mechanically connected shift by wire system was not impressive and gave the car the kind of lurching shift you get with semi-automatic gearboxes. It's not the kind of experience you expect from VW's DSG system. The info system in the Leon takes a bit of getting used to. While the Seat's safety technology package was good, its digital read out for warnings seem to have a mind of its own, doing things like telling you to take your foot off the accelerator when you're a significant distance from a roundabout, for example. The graphics display system also takes some getting used to, unlike the Golf, which has a crystal clear display and an Apple-like intuitive user experience. The Golf system is less fussy, has better graphics and is simply better and more visually appealing, The Golf info system is clear, practical and functional. The Leon had one very useful feature that the Golf didn't. Its warning system that a vehicle is overtaking you in the rear view mirror has been extended inside the car and you can see the orange warning as a wraparound on the driver's side the of the dashboard, without having to look in the mirror. It's very clever. The 18" wheel and the suspension on the Seat gave it a harsh, but not overly so, ride quality while the Golf reminded me yet again that its ride quality is superior to almost any other car in its class, with the possible exception of the Ford Focus. In this regard, the Golf won hands down. However, in terms of fuel consumption the Leon was the winner by a long stretch. Even with the automatic gearbox it was capable of a truly impressive litre per 100 kilometres on a long journey and about 6 in town. It is a diesel admittedly and diesel is becoming a more difficult choice for buyers by the day. The Golf, on the other hand, returned about 6 litres per 100 km and managed about around town. Both cars have a good safety package. You get active cruise control as standard as well as LED lights. You also get a camera and sensors on the Seat. When you get back to basics, the Leon has a stronger appeal in terms of price. The basic version starts at €23,910 for the litre petrol version. The same entry level Golf comes in at €27,305 and the engine is the same in both cars. As you work your way up the price list you get more standard equipment on both. However, when it comes down to it, my money is on the Golf. It just has that presence that has developed over eight highly successful generations and has an integral character of maturity and solidness, coupled with that excellent drive quality. The Leon has value for money and edgier looks in its favour but it won't cocoon you in the way the Golf does. More stories on Read Next

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