SEAT Leon Hatchback 1.8 20V T Cupra 5d (2001/51) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
More bangs per buck than equivalent VW Golf GTi.
Costs
Low initial purchase price but servicing and spares very expensive.
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On the road
Driving
Exciting drive. Loads of grip. Steering a bit numb. Feels like a proper hot hatch (and I've owned a few!)
Performance
Loads of grunt - mid range performance is superb.
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Living with it
Reliability
Usual VW group problems - MAF sensor, coil packs - mines escaped these problems (so far!)
Image
Cupra models have lifted the SEAT image.
Comfort
All the extras - electric leather seats on mine which are very nice.
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Security and Service
Security
Cat 2 immobiliser. Alarm.
Service
SEAT dealers need to learn some serious lessons about customer service. Servicing costs high.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes