SEAT Leon FR (2006 - 2012) 2.0 TDI CR FR 5d (2010/59) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Fast but sensible?
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They think it looks great in speed blue and are equally impressed with the performance.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes, was tempted with the petrol FR instead initially but don't have any regrets getting the diesel.
What are you likely to buy next?
Always fancied an Evo...
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£19,372
When did you buy the car?
January 2010
Did you get a good deal and why?
Went through dealdrivers.co.uk and got a price that the main dealers in my area couldn't come close to. Price came in at £2000 lower than the RRP. No discounted options but still a fantastic deal.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
What was the dealer like?
Great, kept me well informed throughout the order, even down to a call saying that my car was on the boat and left port for the UK. Kept to a stated delivery time and the handover was seamless.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Great road car, a lot of grunt which is usable almost right the way to the top of the rev range combined with great brakes. Holds the road very well in the bends, although some passengers have commented on the ride being on the firm side.
What's it like to park?
Easy to park, some visibility is lost at the rear because of the thick c-pillars but no worse than a lot of other cars. The parking sensors are helpful and accurate allowing you to weasel into tight spaces.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Had a slight vibration coming from the dash at a specific RPM which was fixed under warranty quite quickly. Turned out to be a minor issue, nothing that should put off potential buyers.
What's most practical about your car?
Space in the front is very good, comfortably fits me at 6'5" which was part of the initial appeal. Boot space is reasonable.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
The "technology and convenience pack", which includes bi-xenon headlights, front and rear parking sensors, auto lights and wipers, bluetooth hands free and satnav, all of which integrate together fantastically. Very good value for money at around £1500 and adds to the already high standard equipment levels.
