New Seat Ibiza Cupra [1.4L TSI twin turbo with 180hp and 7speed DSG]

*#turbinas#* · Aug 29, 2008, 2:31 PM

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Just a few months after it launched the new Ibiza, Spanish automaker SEAT is expanding its supermini’s range with the reveal of the sporty Cupra model that is equipped with the latest version of the VW Group’s 1.4-liter TSI engine. The new twin-turbo engine now delivers 180 HP and is mated to a seven speed DSG gearbox with steering wheel shift-paddles. SEAT say that while developing the same output as the 1.8-liter turbo in the previous generation Ibiza Cupra, the new engine delivers a noteworthy reduction in emission levels and fuel consumption thanks to its smaller cylinder capacity. Compared to the other Ibiza SportCoupe (3door) versions, the new Cupra gets a relatively aggressive bodykit with new a front bumper that features a lip spoiler and air intake vents surrounding the central grille, 17-inch alloy wheels and a newly designed rear bumper with an integrated difusser and a centrally placed trapezoid tailpipe. Oddly enough, and although the Cupra is the top-of-the-range model in the Ibiza line-up, it does not get side skirts. Apparently SEAT will charge a few hundred Euros extra for them…
According to the VW’s Spanish subsidiary, the Cupra will come equipped with standard ESP, ABS, TCS + EBA, driver and passenger airbag, head airbag, Hill Hold Control, tire pressure loss warning light, twin chrome headlights, fog lamps with cornering function, “easy entry” system on the passenger seat, CUPRA suspension, CUPRA sports seats and aluminum pedals. The Ibiza Cupra will make its worldwide debut at the forthcoming Paris Auto Show in October.

I must say that this is impressive. I mean the output of this car.

Well i'm not a fan of downsizing but here's a great example.

Looking forward for the first test drives!

Cooper "s" · Aug 29, 2008, 2:39 PM

I have always loved the cupra. But these later generations look heavy.

I tried to find a pic of the original one i guess but could not find one.

nice engine though.

civic_VTI · Aug 29, 2008, 2:45 PM

I dont like the new one it looks like a proton.

svspeedy · Aug 29, 2008, 3:35 PM

Its nothing impressive unfortunately. The design is nothing you can expect from Walter da Silva, I believe he hasn't worked on this project. Its aggressive but ugly, looks like a chinese car. Da Silva's SEAT's were so beautiful and that...

And the output - you see, its VW engine which made 170hp in Golf last years. I'm sure the new Golf 1.4 TSI will make 180hp, too. DSG is put right from VW also, and not to mention its basically a Porsche invention.

Briefly, nothing new. The good thing is that it's cheaper than a VW with the same parts. Really interested in the tests, mostly comparing it to VW and Skoda.

Swedish_BR · Aug 29, 2008, 5:29 PM

the only thing that would make this car better would be if the huge FAKE brake air intakes were REAL. But regardless of that, the car simply looks great. In speciall the wheels and the single central exhaust wich i`m a huge fan of the concept.

breakFan · Aug 29, 2008, 5:56 PM

I loved the old Cupra/FR! For ages I wished the Ibiza would be my "first car"!

But this new one is, well, underwhelming. Styling is too conservative and it looks rather heavy.

Shame really

freakinsweet · Aug 29, 2008, 6:08 PM

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Originally Posted by svspeedy

And the output - you see, its VW engine which made 170hp in Golf last years. I'm sure the new Golf 1.4 TSI will make 180hp, too. DSG is put right from VW also, and not to mention its basically a Porsche invention.

Briefly, nothing new. The good thing is that it's cheaper than a VW with the same parts. Really interested in the tests, mostly comparing it to VW and Skoda.

Well it's the first time this new generation of tsi has been released they never had twin turbos before, the golf you mention had 1 turbo and a mechanical supercharger. I'm pretty sure it's the first 7 speed DSG box too. So VW and Seat are using the same components, it's nothing new, certainly no reason to write it off.
I think it should be a pretty cool little car, might look into getting an older cupra.

FerrariEzon · Aug 29, 2008, 6:22 PM

I would have read the whole thing but we don't have seat in the states and I'm wondering why it's a good looking car.

Tom Kristensen · Aug 29, 2008, 6:32 PM

It's incredibly ugly for a Seat. I think I'd rather have the previous generation although this one's engine probably kicks ass hardcore.

FerrariEzon · Aug 29, 2008, 6:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Tom Kristensen

It's incredibly ugly for a Seat. I think I'd rather have the previous generation although this one's engine probably kicks ass hardcore.

Your saying this is ugly.

Show me the prev. gen please.

breakFan · Aug 29, 2008, 6:54 PM

Some of you seem awfully confused... these are the previous generations.

Shame the new one doesn't look more like this...

lotus racer · Aug 29, 2008, 10:28 PM

The first pic i was like, "oooh", then the next couple I was like, "eww"

S-Tune_S1 · Aug 30, 2008, 5:46 AM

They've changed the design dramatically now , its not as nice as before. now it looks like those chinese close cars !

blufog · Sep 02, 2008, 1:12 PM

Is there any chance that Seat could come to the U.S.? To my
knowledge there aren't any dealers for Seat here.

CLS55AMG · Sep 02, 2008, 2:23 PM

I don't like it at all.

The central exhaust looks good but no on this car, the rear lights spoil the design of the car. Shame that as the rest of the car looks great but the tailights let it down & not even the sporty cupra model can change my mind.

I'd take the previous gen Ibiza cupra over this new model.

Aug 29, 2008, 2:39 PM	#2
Cooper "s" Coop DeVille Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Weston, Florida Posts: 18,369	I have always loved the cupra. But these later generations look heavy. I tried to find a pic of the original one i guess but could not find one. nice engine though. __________________ The closest thing they have to the Fit is the off button...- Evo

Aug 29, 2008, 2:45 PM	#3
civic_VTI Time waster Join Date: May 2006 Location: birmingham, england Posts: 7,045	I dont like the new one it looks like a proton. __________________ R.I.P Monkeyfkker we all got love for you and we all miss you

Aug 29, 2008, 3:35 PM	#4
svspeedy Experienced Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Sofia, Bulgaria Posts: 638	Its nothing impressive unfortunately. The design is nothing you can expect from Walter da Silva, I believe he hasn't worked on this project. Its aggressive but ugly, looks like a chinese car. Da Silva's SEAT's were so beautiful and that... And the output - you see, its VW engine which made 170hp in Golf last years. I'm sure the new Golf 1.4 TSI will make 180hp, too. DSG is put right from VW also, and not to mention its basically a Porsche invention. Briefly, nothing new. The good thing is that it's cheaper than a VW with the same parts. Really interested in the tests, mostly comparing it to VW and Skoda. __________________ "As long as they keep my 911 I'll be happy til I die". - monkeyfkker We will always remember you!!!

Aug 29, 2008, 10:28 PM	#12
lotus racer 3...2...1... Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 1,083	The first pic i was like, "oooh", then the next couple I was like, "eww" __________________ To add speed, add lightness- Colin Chapman

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Aug 29, 2008, 5:29 PM	#5
Swedish_BR Banned Join Date: May 2007 Location: Brazil, Parana, Curitiba. Posts: 4,095	the only thing that would make this car better would be if the huge FAKE brake air intakes were REAL. But regardless of that, the car simply looks great. In speciall the wheels and the single central exhaust wich i`m a huge fan of the concept.

Aug 29, 2008, 5:56 PM	#6
breakFan SCF Addict Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Newcastle, UK & Monaco Posts: 5,220	I loved the old Cupra/FR! For ages I wished the Ibiza would be my "first car"! But this new one is, well, underwhelming. Styling is too conservative and it looks rather heavy. Shame really

Aug 29, 2008, 6:22 PM	#8
FerrariEzon Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Gotham City Posts: 2,183	I would have read the whole thing but we don't have seat in the states and I'm wondering why it's a good looking car.

Aug 29, 2008, 6:32 PM	#9
Tom Kristensen SCF Addict Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 13,644	It's incredibly ugly for a Seat. I think I'd rather have the previous generation although this one's engine probably kicks ass hardcore.

Aug 29, 2008, 6:54 PM	#11
breakFan SCF Addict Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Newcastle, UK & Monaco Posts: 5,220	Some of you seem awfully confused... these are the previous generations. Shame the new one doesn't look more like this...

Aug 30, 2008, 5:46 AM	#13
S-Tune_S1 P O R S C H E Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 11,631	They've changed the design dramatically now , its not as nice as before. now it looks like those chinese close cars !

Sep 02, 2008, 1:12 PM	#14
blufog Poster Join Date: May 2008 Location: Alabama The Heart Of Dixie Posts: 144	Is there any chance that Seat could come to the U.S.? To my knowledge there aren't any dealers for Seat here.

Sep 02, 2008, 2:23 PM	#15
CLS55AMG Poster Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 450	I don't like it at all. The central exhaust looks good but no on this car, the rear lights spoil the design of the car. Shame that as the rest of the car looks great but the tailights let it down & not even the sporty cupra model can change my mind. I'd take the previous gen Ibiza cupra over this new model.

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