At the 2012 Geneva Motor Show, SEAT is presenting the next phase of its product offensive in the form of a close-to-production study - the SEAT Toledo Concept combines the proportions of a classic saloon car with a sporty, almost coupé-like design.
The next generation of the SEAT Toledo is an exceptional combination of emotion, outstanding design quality and rational usability, as is immediately apparent from the Geneva study. The SEAT Toledo Concept offers spaciousness and usability within compact dimensions. The new model clearly follows in the Toledo tradition - a highly successful milestone in SEAT history.
Alongside attractive design, its success was also the outcome of the Toledo's many practical merits.
The SEAT Toledo Concept at the 2012 Geneva Salon illustrates its ongoing development to a series-production saloon. "The SEAT Toledo Concept illustrates our idea of the perfect mid-range saloon car. At a length of 4.48 metres, the forthcoming SEAT Toledo is compact enough for city driving.
The Toledo Concept combines the proportions of a classic saloon car with a sporty, almost coupé-like design.
The next generation of the SEAT Toledo is an exceptional combination of emotion, outstanding design quality and rational usability, as is immediately apparent from the Geneva study. The Toledo Concept at the 2012 Geneva Salon illustrates that design language’s ongoing journey to a series-production vehicle.
James Muir, President of SEAT, S.A. said: ‘The SEAT Toledo Concept illustrates our idea of the perfect mid-range car. It is an excellent combination of emotional design, top-level usability and dynamic driving characteristics.
At a length of 4.48 metres, the forthcoming SEAT Toledo is compact enough for city driving. Finally, the folding rear seats facilitate a long load length and give the Toledo a functionality that is almost on par with that of an estate car. With the rear seat backs folded forward it boasts a maximum load capacity of more than some ‘regular’ estate cars.
SEAT Design is taking its characteristic design language to the next level with the Toledo Concept – and adding an extra portion of sophistication into the mix.
Powerful dynamics and a mature composurecharacterise the front end of the Toledo Concept.
The interior of the Toledo Concept reflects the modern, clear lines of the exterior.
Alejandro Mesonero-Romanos, Head of SEAT Design, said: ‘The Toledo Concept has a powerful character, is sophisticated and timeless – a true personality. These qualities are shared with the owners of previous generations of Toledo. The Design - a strong sporting character
SEAT Design is taking its characteristic design language to the next level with the Toledo Concept - and adding an extra portion of sophistication into the mix.
Powerful dynamics and a mature composure characterise the front end of the SEAT Toledo Concept. The interior of the SEAT Toledo Concept reflects the modern, clear lines of the exterior. The light colouring of the interior, the sophisticated stitching of the leather seats and the leather cladding on the cockpit and doors emphasise the fine, premium character of the SEAT Toledo Concept.
"The Seat Toledo is a unique combination of sculptural design which encompasses classic modern lines with subtle sporting overtones and outstanding everyday usability."
The new SEAT Ibiza features a more dramatic – or as SEAT says more emotional – design with a more pronounced trapezoidal grille, featuring the SEAT logo, new honeycomb structure of the grille and the lower air intake.
The new line-up offers enormous breadth to meet every individual demand - from the compact and sporty three-door Ibiza SC, to the dynamic and universal five-door Ibiza, to the elegantly practical Ibiza ST estate car; from the extremely efficient Ibiza E-Ecomotive with 89 grams of CO2/km to the exceptionally sporty Ibiza FR with 110 kW (150 hp). Market introduction of the new Ibiza is scheduled for spring 2012.
"The Ibiza is an important foundation of our brand. The introduction of SEAT's Portable Media System will come later in 2012.
"The new Ibiza is a clear showcase for SEAT's technical expertise. Emotional design, a thrilling drive and an exceptionally high quality standard deliver an extremely distinctive product character - and now with improved functionality.
The SEAT Ibiza is the sportiest and most versatile offering in its competitive field," says Dr. Matthias Rabe, Executive Vice President for Research and Development at SEAT, S.A.
Sporty character and high product quality are written all over the new Ibiza's face - SEAT Design stands for technology and precision, as well as for youthful avant garde and the sheer joy of life.
The sophisticated design of the headlamps bears testament to the enormous attention afforded by SEAT to the details. The edgy style of the lamps is a hallmark feature of the new SEAT design language, while being perfectly integrated into the Ibiza's sculptural form.
"The new-generation Ibiza fits perfectly into the SEAT brand identity. The estate bodyshell of the Ibiza ST offers a very high degree of functionality.
110 kW (150 hp) and the standard-fit DSG transmission catapult the SEAT Ibiza to 100 km/h in just 7.8 seconds, and onwards to an impressive top speed of 212 km/h. In the new Ibiza, this power unit is now also available for the ST estate version. The efficiency highlight is the SEAT Ibiza 1.2 TDI E-Ecomotive, also with a start/stop system.
The sporty pinnacle of the Ibiza diesel line-up is the 2.0 TDI with 105 kW (143 hp). The new SEAT Ibiza runs on wheels ranging in size from 15 to 17 inches and sporting a new design.
The equipment lines of the Ibiza range have also been revised, independent of bodyshell form. The Ibiza FR sets particularly sporty accents with accentuated design elements front and rear, alloy wheels and a leather-clad steering wheel. Naturally, the super-sporty top model in the Ibiza line-up will also have a successor.
The 2013 Seat Mii city car is the perfect vehicle for today's. urban lifestyle. Quite simply, the SEAT Mii makes life easier - with compelling practicality, exceptional driving fun, high efficiency and innovative technology.
The Mii combines SEAT's. sporty Mediterranean design with the very best craftsmanship and enormous scope for personalisation. At a length of 355. metres, the SEAT Mii is the perfect size for modern-day urban use. The SEAT Mii is also a leader once it comes to innovative technology.
A unequaled innovation in this class of vehicle is the SEAT Mii's. City Safety Assist. Systematic lightweight design means that the base weight of the SEAT Mii is only 854 kg.
There are two Ecomotive versions of the Mii. SEAT is a young brand and the unequaled new SEAT Portable System is, of course, part of that. 'The. Mii offers enormous intelligence in a compact format,'. told Dr Matthias Rabe, SEAT Vice President for Research and Development.
Gearshift display, engine speed recommendations, average values and consumption profile all help the SEAT Mii owner to drive particularly economically. Plus, the SEAT Portable System is fully integrated into the vehicle electronics.
The 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show sees SEAT continue the exciting development of its design DNA with the world debut of the new SEAT IBL concept car.
The IBL completes SEAT's exciting series of concept cars that define the genetic design pool for the ongoing development of the sporty Spanish brand's cars.
Now, with the IBL, SEAT is turning its attention to the reinterpretation of the sports saloon.
At 4.67 metres long and 1.85 metres wide, the SEAT IBL falls into the full-size saloon category. At the front, the IBL is distinguished by the familiar 'arrow' nose, the classic core element of SEAT design. The SEAT IBL is form at its purest level, the essence of SEAT design.
Mr Mesonero-Romanos said: 'The interior of SEAT IBL Concept is in total harmony with its exterior design.
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