SEAT Leon Hatchback (2005 - 2012) 2.0 TDI Sport 5d (2010/10) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
That you want something reasonably practical but a bit more sporty than a golf or focus.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They like it so far, particularly all the gadgets it comes with.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes I think so. Its the best car I've owned so far.
What are you likely to buy next?
Depends on the situation but with depreciation the main cost of a owning a car I intend to hold onto this for a few years yet.
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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?
£12,995
When did you buy the car?
May 2011
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes. Part ex on my car best of anywhere, considerably cheaper than other leons of similar spec.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Good value compared to equivalent golf, good balance between sportiness, space and comfort, diesel economy yet punchy performance.
What was the dealer like?
Pretty good so far, very helpful and informative.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Plenty of power from 2.0tdi engine makes for easy overtaking. Nice gearbox and clutch. Easy to drive. Handles nicely, ride can be a bit firm on rough tarmac but usually fine and cruises nicely. Strikes a good balance between comfort and sportiness. But note before 2010, the ride was very firm. This car is much better than older examples I drove.
What's it like to park?
Not that easy but not awful either. Big thick pillars, cannot see bonnet easily, limited view out the back. Like any modern car really. The pedestrian protection design means its hard to see where the car ends. Reasonable size and good controls, and very hard to stall make it easy to manovre.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
There is a slight rattle from behind the dash that only seems to be a problem if the sun has been shining into the car.
What's most practical about your car?
5 doors, decent sized boot.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Cruise Control - As standard on this specifications. Makes motorway cruising and sticking to speed limits easy.
