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Seat Leon II (1P) 1.6 MPI (102 Hp)
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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)
II (1P) Overview:
Seat Leon (II (1P)). With 148 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.3 l/100km). Weighing only 1205 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.7 s). The top speed reaches 184 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6 MPI (102 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Modest acceleration, struggles somewhat on highways and with heavier loads.
Fuel Economy
High fuel consumption for its power output, making it less efficient than modern alternatives.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Sporty design and handling
- • Wide range of efficient and powerful engines
- • Good value for money
- • Practical hatchback body
- • Reliable VW Group underpinnings
Cons:
- • Interior quality can feel dated compared to rivals
- • Rear visibility can be limited
- • Firm ride might not suit all
- • Some early engine variants had known issues (e.g., DPF, cam followers on early TFSI)
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV: January, 2021 - January, 2023).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Seat |
| Model: | Leon |
| Generation: | II (1P) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 MPI (102 Hp) |
| Start of production: | July, 2005 |
| End of production: | 2009 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 102 Hp @ 5600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 63.9 Hp/l [53mm less] |
| Torque: | 148 Nm @ 3800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | BSE, BSF, CCSA More details about the engine BSE, BSF, CCSA |
| Engine displacement: | 1595 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 81 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 77.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.5 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 184 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.8 kg/Hp, 84.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.1 kg/Nm, 122.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1205 |
| Max. weight: | 1783 |
| Max. roof load: | 75 kg |
| Max load: | 578 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 341 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1200 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 640 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4315 mm mm [53mm less] |
| Width: | 1768 mm mm [32mm less] |
| Height: | 1458 mm mm [16mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2578 mm mm [108mm less] |
| Front track: | 1525-1533 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1509-1517 mm |
| Front overhang: | 949 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 788 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.7 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 205/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
Behind the wheel of the Seat Leon. How does it handle on the road?