Seat Leon 2.0 TSI ST Cupra - double value

It's true that such a Leon also stands out on the road "gray", but this is not a car that gives us the first impression that it hides such a rich cavalry under the hood. Only the 300 mark on the back of the car hints to us that the Seat number next to the Cupra name means the cavalry that the driver of such a car must tame. At Seat, they realized that their customers were looking for a versatile vehicle that could satisfy their adrenaline cravings. Thus, the Cupra has only been available as a station wagon since the fourth generation, and with the latest update, the car also received all-wheel drive. With this movement, Cupra jumps up to a hundred (4,9 seconds) faster for a major second, and also provides a more secure position on the road. It emphasizes dual character with adaptive damping control that can transform such a car from a mild diesel caravan simulator to a North Loop record hunter. The interior is even more inconspicuous. The rather monotonous interior is somewhat disturbed by excellent seats and quilted leather. Refurbished, the Leon is also all the rage with all the safety and assistance systems that know how to drive in traffic, watch out for pedestrians and warn ahead of vehicles in the blind spot. The infotainment part of the equipment has also been updated, as a large nine-inch touchscreen has been installed with all the accompanying smartphone support following the example of the company's competing models. The turbocharged petrol engine in the Cupra is a familiar one, but it surprises us time and time again how the engineers manage to get that extra 10 horsepower out of it. But even more than the power increase, its flexibility and responsiveness come to the fore with an additional 30Nm of torque. The six-speed dual-clutch robotic transmission, which has improved its control electronics and is now much less confusing in some situations and much more comfortable when pulling away slowly, also fits into this combination perfectly. Otherwise, the Cupra boasts an extremely balanced stance, precise steering and excellent traction on a wide variety of surfaces. Even in tricky situations, the Haldex limited-slip differential saves you the dilemma of being able to send all the power to the bike that delivers the most traction at the moment. A package that combines the family role and racing nature of the Seat is on offer for just under 36. It's not small, but it's definitely one of the cheapest ways to get up to 300 horsepower and all-wheel drive.

text: Sasha Kapetanovich · photo: Sasha Kapetanovich