Seat Leon III SC 1.6 TDI (90 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 230 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~5.2 l/100km). Weighing only 1261 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.4 s). The top speed reaches 178 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:
- • Efficiency-focused engine (86 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 11.8 sec).
- • Exceptional fuel efficiency: 5.2 L/100 km.
- • 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: December, 2012 - 2016).
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| Brand: | Seat |
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| Model: | Leon |
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| Generation: | III SC |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 TDI (90 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | February, 2013 |
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| End of production: | 2015 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Coupe |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 3 |
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| Engine: |
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
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| Power: | 90 Hp @ 2750-4800 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 56.3 Hp/l [35mm less] |
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| Torque: | 230 Nm @ 1400-2750 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | CLHB, CXXA More details about the engine CLHB, CXXA |
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| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
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| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 4.6 l |
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| Coolant: | 8 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 79.5 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 80.5 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 16.2:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 5.2 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 3.5 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.1 l/100 km |
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| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.4 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.4 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 178 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 14 kg/Hp, 71.4 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.5 kg/Nm, 182.4 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.8 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1261 |
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| Max. weight: | 1780 |
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| Max load: | 519 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1150 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 380 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4228 mm mm [35mm less] |
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| Width: | 1810 mm mm [6mm less] |
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| Height: | 1446 mm mm [13mm less] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2601 mm mm [35mm less] |
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| Front track: | 1549 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1520 mm |
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| 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 | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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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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