Seat
Ibiza Cupra
The
new SEAT Ibiza CUPRA shows the essence of the SEAT brand in its purest form -
emotional design, outstanding performance and state-of-the-art technology unite
to form one of the most dynamic cars in its class. With its compact format and
excellent functionality, the Ibiza CUPRA is the perfect sports car for everyday
use.
The
new 1.8 TSI engine with turbocharger and combined direct / indirect injection
is a compact piece of hi-tech that guarantees exceptionally refined performance
from its 141 kW / 192 PS. Power is up by 12 PS compared with its predecessor,
but the greater advance is in the torque. Instead of the previous 250 Newton
metres, there are now 320 Nm on call - across an extremely broad rev range from
1,450 to 4,200 rpm. This delivers incredibly forceful pulling power in any
given situation. A 0-100 km/h acceleration figure of 6.7 seconds and a top
speed of 235 km/h put it in the premier league of compact sports cars.
Nevertheless, the Ibiza CUPRA is content with an average fuel consumption of
just 6.0 litres per 100 kilometres.
The
SEAT Ibiza CUPRA comes as standard with 17-inch wheels and suspension tuned for
maximum agility and precision. One new standard feature is the CUPRA Drive
Profile, which allows the characteristics of the compact sports car to be
adapted at the touch of a button to suit driver preferences. This encompasses
CUPRA Selective Suspension, an adaptive suspension control system that let you
choose between comfort suspension or sport suspension and also, modifies the
steering behaviour. The XDS electronic differential lock reduces the tendency
to understeer and improves handling characteristics, especially under fast
cornering. The ESP electronic stability system, complete with hill start assist
and multi-collision brake, and drowsiness warning are likewise part of the
standard safety package in the Ibiza CUPRA. The Ibiza has been awarded the
highest five-star rating in the Euro NCAP crash text.
The
expressive design conveys the character of the new Ibiza CUPRA from the very
first glance - this dynamic compact car has a powerful and muscular stance. The
exterior design is still very much up-to-the-minute and incredibly well
received by customers and prospects alike. The edgy line of the standard
bi-xenon lights is a typical element of the SEAT design language, perfectly
integrated into the Ibiza's sculptural form. The LED daytime running lights
trace the line of the headlamp to form a unique light signature, as do the LED
rear lights.
The
side view of the three-door coupé is brought to life by the sharply executed
lines and edges. The accentuated rear shoulders and the exclusive 17-inch
wheels underscore its performance. The high-gloss black exterior mirrors set a
clear contrast to the Ibiza CUPRA's paintwork. The powerful rear end once again
underscores the special role played by the Ibiza CUPRA as a benchmark among
compact sports cars, with the broad bumper framing the substantial, matt-black
diffuser, which incorporates the trapezoidal tailpipe.
The
upgrades in the redesigned interior are all the more apparent. The new design
concept includes a harmonious balance between the car's distinctive character,
functionality and precision - evident in every line and every surface of the
new interior. The cockpit's horizontal proportions and driver focus make a
compelling statement through the optimum layout of all elements and the
soft-touch finish. The attention to detail is apparent in the new steering
wheel from the Leon family, the air vents, the new instrument panel and the
infotainment systems. This new interface in particular creates an intense
relationship between driver and technology, with unambiguous functionality and
clear operation. The interior design reflects the inspiration of Barcelona, the
home of SEAT, and is condensed into the characteristic simplicity of the SEAT
brand's feel.
Alongside
MirrorLink, the SEAT Full Link connectivity solution incorporates the
functions of Apple Car Play and Android Auto. Users can be online, while
retaining full concentration on the road, and make use of the various permitted
functions conveniently and safely via the touchscreen in the new Ibiza. In the
case of Apple CarPlay, those functions currently cover phone, messaging, music
and maps, with more to follow in future. MirrorLink is another perfect
technology that enables the safe operation of smartphones and many of their
functions and apps via the Ibiza CUPRA's infotainment system by
"mirroring" the smartphone screen on the touchscreen in the redesigned
Ibiza cockpit. This works seamlessly with a growing number of
MirrorLink-compatible Android smartphones. Android Auto provides quick and easy
access to navigation, communications, and music applications and services in a
way that is safer than accessing these apps on the phone screen while driving.
The
new SEAT DriveApp has been developed exclusive for users of SEAT FullLink and
MirrorLink. It offers a whole range of innovative functions that can be used
either in or outside the Ibiza CUPRA. For instance, the vehicle's touchscreen
can be personalised with local weather reports or contacts. Plus, the SEAT
DriveApp uses "text to speech" to read out the latest posts from
Facebook or Twitter, while "Challenger" offers interesting challenges
to optimise driving skills, leading to a more efficient driving style. On
leaving the vehicle, the "where is my car" function stores the
Ibiza's current position and finds it again whenever necessary.
