Seat Leon III SC Cupra 2.0 TSI (290 Hp)
Seat Leon:
The SEAT León , also spelled Leon in some other languages, is a small family car built by the Spanish car manufacturer SEAT since October 1999. It is named after the city of León.
The first two León generations used two differing variants of the Volkswagen Group A platform, and shared many components with other Volkswagen Group cars. The third and fourth generation use the Volkswagen Group MQB platform, also used by the Audi A3 Mk3 and Mk4, Volkswagen Golf Mk7 and Mk8 and Škoda Octavia Mk3 and Mk4....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III SC Overview:
Seat Leon (III SC). With 350 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.8 l/100km). With a weight of 1300 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 5.7 s). The top speed reaches 250 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • High-performance engine delivering 290 hp.
- • Sporty acceleration: 0-100 km/h in 5.7 sec.
- • Balanced fuel consumption of 6.7 L/100 km for its class.
- • Independent multi-link suspension for premium ride comfort.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Standard trunk space (380 L) suitable for daily needs.
- • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.
- • Direct fuel injection technology for optimized combustion.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III ST: 2014 - 2015).
| General: |
| Brand: | Seat |
| Model: | Leon |
| Generation: | III SC |
| Modification (Engine): | Cupra 2.0 TSI (290 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2015 |
| End of production: | 2016 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: |
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 290 Hp @ 5900-6400 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 146.2 Hp/l [299mm less] |
| Torque: | 350 Nm @ 1700-5800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EA888 / CJXH More details about the engine EA888 / CJXH |
| Engine displacement: | 1984 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection and Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.7 l |
| Coolant: | 10 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92.8 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.3:1 |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC): | 6.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC): | 8.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC): | 5.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.7 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 5.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 5.7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h, Electronically limited |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 4.5 kg/Hp, 223.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.7 kg/Nm, 269.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 5.4 sec |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1300 |
| Max. weight: | 1870 |
| Max. roof load: | 75 kg |
| Max load: | 570 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1150 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 380 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: |
| Length: | 4236 mm mm [299mm less] |
| Width: | 1810 mm mm [6mm less] |
| Height: | 1423 mm mm [28mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2596 mm mm [40mm less] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1975 mm |
| Front track: | 1536 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1510 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.4 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 6 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Electric Steering |
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| Tires size | 225/40 R18; 235/35 R19 |
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| Wheel rims size | 7.5J x 18; 8J x 19 |
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| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
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| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
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