Seat Ibiza SportCoupe Image Gallery Update

Seat has released further images of its new Ibiza SportCoupe that’s set to go on sale in European markets this summer. Furthermore, the Spanish automaker announced details on the three-door hatchback’s engine line-up that will initially consist of three petrol units; 69Hp 1.2-liter, 85Hp 1.4-liter and 105Hp 1.6-liter, and three diesel engines; 80Hp 1.4-liter, 90Hp 1.9-liter and 105Hp 1.9-liter.

In 2009 the Ibiza SportCoupe’s range will be enhanced with the addition of the highly anticipated FR and Cupra sport versions equipped with the VW Group’s TSI turbocharged petrol engines. -Image gallery after the jump

Seat Ibiza SportCoupe: New Image Gallery

The SportCoupe is the three-door variant of the new Seat Ibiza hatchback that will make its first public appearance at next month’s British Motor Show in London. While these new pictures aren’t of the best quality, they do give us more views of the 3door Spanish hatchback, the first official images of which were released earlier this month.

The Seat Ibiza SportCoupe will be initially offered with two petrol engines, a 105Hp 1.6-liter and an 85Hp 1.4-liter along with a 90Hp 1.9-liter turbo diesel unit. Not exactly the sporty engine range we were expecting from Seat. Hopefully, the Spanish carmaker will not make the mistake and wait a couple of years before it starts offering the VW Group’s 1.4 TSi turbocharged petrol engine line-up. -More pics after the jump

Thanks for the pics Adam!

Seat Announces New EXEO B-Segment Sedan – Based on the new Ibiza?

SEAT announced today that it's planning to expand its vehicle line-up with the addition of an all-new B-Segment sedan model called the 'EXEO' that's scheduled to be launched in the European market in 2009.

We know that you might have read on other websites that this is the Spanish carmaker's long awaited previous generation Audi A4 based sedan, sketches of which were released last year, but unless SEAT officials made a booboo in their press release (it is possible), the B-Segment in Europe consists of cars like the Seat Ibiza, VW Polo, Ford Fiesta, Renault Clio and Fiat Grande Punto.

Moreover, the Spanish automaker was clear in last year's press release (see here) concerning the mid-size sedan that it belongs to the C/D segment (Skoda Octavia). So having that in mind, we're led to believe that the EXEO might be the spiritual successor to the Cordoba Sedan and if so, it will probably be based on the new SEAT Ibiza platform. Think we're right? -Press release after the jump

PRESS RELEASE

COMPETING IN THE B-SEGMENT

SEAT���s new saloon will be called ���EXEO���

In addition to the saloon, there will be a family version

To be wholly manufactured at the Martorell plant

SEAT���s new saloon car will be called ���EXEO���. Its market launch that is scheduled for 2009 marks a new highlight in the history of the Spanish brand, which is expanding its model range towards new segments. The SEAT EXEO is an elegant, dynamic saloon with high quality and outstanding technology that faithfully reflects SEAT���s personality ��� design, sportiness and liveliness.

The name EXEO is advanced, forceful and technological, which signals excellence and is highly suggestive of driving pleasure.

Faithful to SEAT���s Mediterranean roots, the new name stems from the Latin word ���Exire���, meaning ���to go beyond���, ���to go further���. The name differs from all the other range denominations, and indicates the beginning of a new period for the company, that takes the brand into an all new segment. The successful names of the models of the current range will be maintained.

The SEAT EXEO is a B-segment model which does not replace the SEAT Toledo.

New Seat Ibiza: UK Pricing Announced

Seat has revealed full price and specification details for the forthcoming all-new Ibiza 5dr, ahead of its official UK on-sale date of Wednesday 16th July. The new Spanish supermini will cost from £8,995 which is actually £300 less than the outgoing range’s entry-level 1.2 Ibiza Reference Sport 5dr. The initial range includes three petrol engines, a 70Hp 1.2-liter, an 80Hp 1.4-liter and a 105Hp 1.6-liter. –Continued

The even entry-level S 1.2 versions include the likes of a height- and reach-adjustable steering wheel; height adjustable driver’s seat; speed-sensitive electrohydraulic power steering; electric front windows; driver, front passenger and head-thorax front side airbags; ABS braking; rolling code immobiliser; remote central locking and six-speaker FM/AM RDS radio with MP3-compatible CD player, steering column-mounted remote audio controls and AUX input.

Move up to the new Ibiza SE and you'll find extra goodies like the body-coloured door mirrors and handles; electrically-adjustable and heated door mirrors; electric rear windows; cruise control; air conditioning; trip computer; height adjustable passenger seat and 15-inch alloy wheels. As for the Sport versions additions include sports suspension; sports seats; 16-inch alloy wheels and leather-clad steering wheel and gearknob.

SEAT Ibiza five-door	On-the-road price
S 1.2 12v 70 PS	£8,995
S A/C 1.2 12v 70 PS	£9,495
SE 1.4 16v 85 PS	£10,395
Sport 1.4 16v 85 PS	£10,695
Sport 1.6 16 v 105 PS	£11,295

2009 Seat Ibiza Prepped by JE Design

JE Design is the first tuning firm to get its hands on the all-new Ibiza hatch. The German company’s initial offerings include a bodykit that consists of a front and rear aprons, and side sills, along with a sport suspension and a choice of 17 or 18 inch alloys. Not much but JE Design says that it is preparing a wide variety of accessories for the Ibiza that include Lambo style doors, engine upgrades and more. –Pics after the jump

Via: Motorpasion

Seat Ibiza SportCoupe Official Details & Images

Today, VW’s Spanish subsidiary Seat took the wraps off the three-door variant of the new Ibiza that will bear the “SportCoupe” insignia. The production version of the Bocanegra concept is slightly shorter (4.034 vs 4.052 mm) and lower (1.428 vs 1.445 mm) than its 5door sibling while it also features a different C-pillar design. But other than that and despite the promising name, the SportCoupe is practically an Ibiza minus two doors.

In terms of powertrain options, the new Seat Ibiza SportCoupe is equipped with the VW Group’s new seven-speed dual-clutch DSG gearbox on its 105 hp 1.6 version for the first time in this segment. When it goes on sale in Europe this fall, the SportCoupe’s engine range will also include an 80Hp 1.4-liter petrol and 90Hp 1.9-liter diesel units. -Continued

In the near future, Seat will enhance the SportCoupe’s range wuth frugal and ecological ECOMOTIVE variant along with the sporty FR and Cupra versions that will most probably be equipped with the VW Group’s turbocharged 1.4-liter TSI units. The Ibiza SportCoupe will make its public debut at this month's British Motor Show in London.

2009 Seat Ibiza 3door Uncovered?

What appears to be a phone picture from a video wall seems to give us the first view of the new three-door Seat Ibiza that is slated to debut at the British Motor Show in July. Note however, that were not 100 percent sure for its authenticity as there’s a chance it may be a photoshoped version of the 5-door Ibiza. –One more pic after the jump

Via: Diablomotor

Seat Ibiza 3door to Debut at July’s London Motor Show

The 3door variant of Seat’s new Ibiza supermini will make its official public debut at the forthcoming British Motor Show in London at the end of July. The “sportier” version of the Ibiza will blend styling elements from the Bocanegra concept and the 5door variant which was officially introduced at the Madrid Auto Show earlier this month.

It has not been confirmed yet whether Seat will also introduce the top-of-the-range FR and Cupra models that will most probably be powered by VW Group’s turbocharged 1.4-liter engines. Sales of the 3door Ibiza are expected to begin in Europe this fall.

2009 Seat Ibiza Update: 42 New High-Res Images

Shown for the first time time in five-door trim in April at a special event at Seat’s factory near Barcelona in Spain, the Spanish carmaker has now released a new image gallery of its stylish 2009 Ibiza 5d subcompact hatch that will go on sale in Europe this summer.

The work of ex-Lamborghini designer Luc Donckerwolke, the Ibiza will compete against cars like the new Ford Fiesta and Renault Clio in the European B-Segment. Towards the end of the year, Seat will also unleash a three-door variant along with the sporty FR and Cupra versions. Follow the jump for the image gallery or click here for more details. -Continued