RE: SEAT Leon Cupra R price announced
Discussion
This is such a disappointment. Really don't see how this justifies the R badge at all. The original R was 210hp (later 225hp) to the Cupra's 180, the second gen had 265hp to the Cupra's 240 and a distinctive exhaust, but this seems to add nothing really bar spec and a token engine update.
But at least it had the right gearbox and keeps FWD, which means it is a little different to the S3 and Golf R.
Maybe it is very different to drive and they have worked hard to improve the feel of the thing. Maybe it grips harder, has a more playful rear or more feelsome steering. If that's the case then maybe all is forgiven as there isn't exactly a lack of power. Somehow, I doubt it though.
But at least it had the right gearbox and keeps FWD, which means it is a little different to the S3 and Golf R.
Maybe it is very different to drive and they have worked hard to improve the feel of the thing. Maybe it grips harder, has a more playful rear or more feelsome steering. If that's the case then maybe all is forgiven as there isn't exactly a lack of power. Somehow, I doubt it though.
I know list price is irrelevant to most people for brand new cars and also rarely reflex the true price paid but;
A SEAT Leon Cupra 300 5dr manual with all goodies added to the R as standard is £33500.
And a Gold R 5dr manual with as close to like for like spec (reversing camera, keyless entry, 19" wheels, adaptive dampers, upgraded stereo and even £495 carbon mirrors) has a list price of £37500.
So it basically splits the difference on these two - I know the Golf has 4WD and probably lower PCP price - and doesn't seem unfair for the carbon fibre and alcantara.
I wouldn't personally buy a new one for £35K and sadly it has come to market a year or two too soon for me to get a nearly new one based on my planned change cycle of cars. At least if you are in the market for a second hand one at some stage, you don't have to worry about the spec as they're fully loaded from the factory - just a case of finding your preferred colour (and your choice is limited their too) if there are any for sale.
I know list price is irrelevant to most people for brand new cars and also rarely reflex the true price paid but;
A SEAT Leon Cupra 300 5dr manual with all goodies added to the R as standard is £33500.
And a Gold R 5dr manual with as close to like for like spec (reversing camera, keyless entry, 19" wheels, adaptive dampers, upgraded stereo and even £495 carbon mirrors) has a list price of £37500.
So it basically splits the difference on these two - I know the Golf has 4WD and probably lower PCP price - and doesn't seem unfair for the carbon fibre and alcantara.
I wouldn't personally buy a new one for £35K and sadly it has come to market a year or two too soon for me to get a nearly new one based on my planned change cycle of cars. At least if you are in the market for a second hand one at some stage, you don't have to worry about the spec as they're fully loaded from the factory - just a case of finding your preferred colour (and your choice is limited their too) if there are any for sale.
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