The brand new SEAT Leon ST

exhibits that special everyday usability and thrilling sport character would not have to be mutually exclusive. The 3rd member of the Leon family combines the young, dynamic layout along with the precise treatment of its siblings with an astonishing measure of utility. Like every Leon, the ST displays an impressive amount of craftsmanship and premium materials. The luggage area of the 4, 535 mm compact estate car gives the most effective performance as well as outstanding variability down to the last detail. It got a load capacity of 587 litres, climbing to up to 1,470 litres with the rear seat backrests folded - and thus even the large pieces of routine life are best accommodated in the SEAT Leon ST.

"Nobody has to pick anymore between sporty as well as practical. "With its sporty look, its astonishingly large utility and its state-of-theart technologies, the Leon ST defines a brand new standard in the compact estate car type - at a very fair cost. Such as the already highly successful Leon and Leon SC, the new ST is an excellent representative of SEAT's brand values."

The layout of the SEAT Leon ST continues the psychological SEAT design language, together with its high degree of quality in materials and workmanship. The lineup of state - of - theart engines is exceptionally comprehensive, with the ability spectrum of TSI and TDI drives which range from 63 kW (86 PS) to 135 kW (184 PS).

2014 Seat Leon ST
The exceptionally successful New 1.6 TDI Ecomotive with 81 kW (110 PS) achieves fuel consumption of just 3.2 litres per 100 km in the NEDC (New European Driving Cycle), equating to a CO2 figure of only 85 grams per km.

The brand new estate from SEAT handles every bit as just and dynamically while the Leon and Leon SC.

"The new Leon ST absolutely combines the SEAT DNA with features and flexibility.

The extensive variety of hi tech choices including the full - LED headlamps is enlarged from the ACC adaptive cruise control with closeness radar and DCC adaptive chassis control with variable damper adjustment. The elective progressive steering enables a high degree of control under sporty driving conditions.

The Style - further accentuated

The much applauded design language of the Leon range was more accentuated for the ST. The estate also features the same sharp lines and precise edges that communicate vigor and energy. The brand new estate adds a whole new dimension to the Leon family - the dynamic silhouette seems tight and refined, however the SEAT Leon ST offers comprehensive utility for leisure and work, family and activity.

"In the creation of the new Leon ST, we have fully retained the dynamic essence of SEAT design," says Alejandro Mesonero-Romanos, Head of SEAT Design. "The roofline follows almost exactly the same line as the fivedoor; simply extended a little further back. While the wheelbase stays the same, an additional 27 centimetres to the bodyshell lets the car to supply the luggage volume of the fully fledged estate car."

The side view of the brand-new SEAT Leon ST shows harmonious yet fascinating proportions. This includes a balanced relationship between steel (2/3) and glass area (1/3). This clear division accentuates the solidity and underscores the stance of the stylish estate car. The slight taper of the side-window surfaces towards the rear emphasises the sense of spaciousness, which can be further improved by the elective panorama glass roof. The standard roof railing accentuates the pressure of the roof-line.

The extra 27 centimetres added to the butt supply some indication of the ample estate luggage space available within, as the low rear windscreen and muscular shoulders emphasise the car's dynamic character. With its even more expressive style front and back, the FR version of the Leon ST brings completely new meaning to the expression sports estate.

Room and flexibility

Despite its distinctively dynamic layout, the new Leon ST is remarkably huge and extremely versatile. The cargo capacity stands at 587 litres in the typical arrangement, rising to around 1,470 litres with the back seat backrests folded. Likewise, certain equipment variants may also adapt extralong loads by folding forward the passenger seat backrest, giving a maximum load length of 2.5 metres. The ST also offers a host of further functional equipment details that substantially enhance its everyday usability. The rear seat backrests, for example, are quite simple to fold forward in the boot.

The Family Pack includes retractable shades for the rear doors and folding tables on the rear of the front seat backrests.

The Body-shell - Systematic lightweight design

Overall, the SEAT Leon ST weighs only 45 kilograms more than the comparable five door version. A clear outcome of a methodical lightweight design leading also to extremely good fuel consumption amounts. Within the base model, the Leon ST has a kerb weight of only 1, 233 kilograms, making it the lightest estate car in its class. If it's to offer the best possible comfort as well as optimum security, a body-shell must be solid. An intelligent framework ensures that the vehicle stays efficient and light. Strong and light - SEAT set itself this challenge, and outfitted Leon ST to the brand new SEAT using a state - of - theart body - in - white.

To be able to keep optimum value-for-money, the decision was taken to forego cost-intensive materials like magnesium and carbon fibre - instead, several places feature high strength and ultra-high-strength steels. These hotformed hi-tech steels alone lower the fat by 18 kilograms, while offering even greater stiffness to the occupant cell.

As well as for the new Leon ST, also, methodical lightweight design was applied across all components of the automobile. Ergo, a lot of components in the chassis, engines and inside also contribute to weight reduction.

Panoramic sunroof

The discretionary panoramic sunroof produces a really bright and airy sense of space, particularly for the back seat passengers - and, with its big, black surface, supplies an additional design element, specially together with light coloured paintwork. The front section of the glass roof could be retracted on the fixed rear section - and can also be opened and closed using the key.

SEAT push account with DCC adaptive chassis control

The DCC method adaptively regulates the damper the damping characteristics valves and consequently. This guarantees the right damping force is computed and adaptively used in accordance with each scenario. For the very first time, the newgeneration DCC can now alter the compression and rebound damping completely independently of each other during dynamic lateral manoeuvres, also - a major advantage in optimizing handling features.

Along with DCC, the optional Dynamic Pack for that Leon ST FR comprises progressive steering. While raising handling dynamics with more direct steering features on twisting roads, it lowers the steering effort during lowspeed manoeuvres. Because of this steering, the driver can use smaller steering motions to reach the desirable cornering radii; this implies that, on tight bends and hairpins, he must correct his grasp less often. A constant steering ratio is applied by conventional steering systems. The newest progressive steering operates using a progressive ratio. Steering effort isn'ticeably reduced by this when parking or manoeuvring. Because of the more immediate setup, improved dynamics will be noticed by the driver when turning corners and on winding country roads.

The chief practical differences between the progressive and also the steering are changeable gearing to a far more powerful electric motor along with the steering rack.

The SEAT Drive Account enables the driver to pick a style: regular, activity, eco or person.

State-of-theart driving aid technology

The radar program keeps a minimal chosen distance along with the rate to the vehicle in front, braking or quickening instantly in traffic.

The Chassis - Dynamic and comfy

The well-balanced chassis reinforces the dynamic nature of the brand-new SEAT Leon ST. The suspension smoothes out all manner of irregular surfaces, whilst the steering system has refined, composed directionality and an exceptional amount of comments.

The compact estate car utilizes an allnew vehicle design that's been created from scratch. Its engines are angled at 12 degrees for the back. The outcomes are a relatively long wheelbase along with a distribution of axle load - variables which have a significant effect on relaxation and sporty handling.

The Sport Tourer reacts fast and exactly to steering input, mastering all types of corners and bends with comfortable stability. The proportion of the brand-new speedsensitive electro-mechanical power-steering is direct and sporty. It makes an important contribution to the efficacy of the recent Leon ST because no energy is consumed by it during driving. The turning circle actions just 10.2 metres.

On motor variants up-to 110 kW (150 PS), the butt includes a torsion-bar suspension. The stronger versions utilize a multilink setup that handles transverse and longitudinal forces alone from one another. Coil springs and cushions are mounted separately to provide a specially processed reaction. An electronic transverse differential lock employs small braking impulses for the lighter inside front-wheel to create management in the cornering limits much more unstable and safer. While the system in the brand new SEAT Leon ST can be a match for even the problems, the ESC electronic stability software is completely adapted.

Full-LED headlamps

Innovative complete-LED headlights in conjunction with LED rear lights are offered as choices for the brand new SEAT Leon ST. Along with their expressive style, LED headlamps have several additional gains - for example, they illuminate the street using a color temperature of 5,300 Kelvin. It places almost no stress in the eyes, as that is almost the same to that of daytime. With regards to performance, the LEDs consume very small power; dipped beam, for example, draws only 20 watts-per device.

The contour of the placement and daytime running lights in the brand new SEAT Leon ST is created by two white LEDs per-unit. Nine yellow LEDs on each side supply the light for those indicators, which are also incorporated in the headlamp unit. The beam consists of six modules each. Three glowing place modules are activated in every unit, if the primary beam is switched on along with the beam is elevated so.

What's More, the new full-LED headlamps are totally care free and made to survive the life of the auto.

The angle of the beam is lifted somewhat once the SEAT Leon ST goes at a rate of above 110 km/h for over 30 seconds. This enhances illumination of the carriageway without annoying other motorists.

The Inside - practical and superior

The dynamics of the outside continues seamlessly within the inside of the brand-new SEAT Leon ST. Where they'd intuitively be expected to be all buttons, switches and levers are. The wide center console is a noteworthy characteristic, with its clear orientation to the driver. The instrument panel is exceptionally refined and, because of its 2-tone design, appears to float somewhat in midair.

Through the plan of the SEAT Leon ST, a high-priority was put on versatility and performance. The leading stowage bin in the center console is exceptionally broad. Keys, cellphones or other regular things could be kept here fast and securely.

State-of-theart infotainment systems

Also, the fresh SEAT Leon ST is completely current, as it pertains to infotainment options.

The basis for the absolute best onboard entertainment will be the SEAT Simple Link os, which allows the constraint of communication and entertainment capabilities, as well as several vehicle capabilities, using a cockpit touchscreen. For the very first time, SEAT is utilizing within the Leon family a display with proximity sensor. The moment the driver's or passenger's finger approaches the touch screen, the system automatically changes from screen to using mode. In working mode, the components that may be activated through the touch screen are brought to the fore, producing instinctive use (smartphone - zoom gestures and style swipe) even simpler. The screen style, in the flip side, is recognized by its exceptionally clear and uncluttered presentation. The images of both modes are an ideal match for the aesthetic of the style.

The discretionary SEAT sound system with ten speakers and 135watt output (nine loud speakers and a sub-woofer) provides strong and clear sound at all five seats. A sizable percentage of the notable listening experience is due to the loudspeaker integrated into the large subwoofer and also the dash within the luggage compartment.

2014 Seat Leon ST - Exterior and Interior Walkaround - Debut at 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show