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The new generation of SEAT’s
most successful car to date is
here. The new SEAT Ibiza
captures the heart with its
young, emotional design and
fun-to-drive character, and
convinces the head with
innovative technology and
improved functionality and
quality.
The new line-up offers enormous
breadth to meet almost every
demand – from the compact and
sporty three-door Ibiza SC to
the dynamic and universally
popular five-door Ibiza and the
elegantly practical Ibiza ST
estate car, today’s Ibiza has
something for everyone.
Extending from the
ultra-efficient Ibiza E
Ecomotive with 89 g/km of CO2*
to the exceptionally sporty
Ibiza FR with its muscular 150
PS, the extensive line-up offers
impressive performance at every
turn.
And while the new Ibiza once
again stands out courtesy of its
stylish design and sporting
intent, two key strengths are
common to all versions of the
new car – a very high standard
of quality and, of course,
outstanding value for money.
The Ibiza is one of the
best-selling models in its
segment across Europe. Since the
launch of the fourth generation
car in 2008 more than 500,000
people have opted for one of the
Spanish brand’s sporty, compact
models. Meanwhile, the average
age of Ibiza buyers remains
easily the youngest in its
market category, underlining the
fact that SEAT is truly young
spirited.
Design has long been one of the
Ibiza’s strengths – consistently
named as the most important
reason for purchase by
customers. And this is set to
become even more apparent in
future – with its modern, fresh
look, the new Ibiza marks a
further significant development
of the SEAT design identity and
prepares the way for future
models.
‘The Ibiza is an important
foundation of our brand. With
the new generation, we are
taking a clear step forward –
the fresh and young design
language speaks to SEAT’s unique
and distinctive character. It
underscores the precision and
quality of our products,’ said
James Muir, President of SEAT,
S.A. ‘This makes the new Ibiza
a crucial element in SEAT’s
strategy. Its success will grow
even further, not least in our
new market of China.’
Beneath its expressive design,
the new Ibiza offers an
impressive array of innovative
technologies. The
latest-generation
state-of-the-art TDI and TSI
power units, the DSG
transmissions and the start/stop
system combine fine dynamics
with exceptional efficiency and
guarantee SEAT’s signature
driving fun.
Another innovation is the SEAT
Portable Media System with
touchscreen monitor. New to the
Ibiza, it combines the functions
of a navigation system, on-board
computer, audio system and
hands-free device.
While it is fully integrated
into the Ibiza’s on-board
electronics, it is also
removable for use on-the-go.
The introduction of SEAT’s
Portable Media System will come
later in 2012.
Dr
Matthias Rabe, Executive Vice
President for Research and
Development at SEAT, S.A. said:
‘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 –
now with improved functionality.
He
added: ‘The Ibiza is the
sportiest and most versatile
offering in its competitive
field.’
The new design
Sporty character and high
product quality are written all
over the new Ibiza – SEAT design
stands for technology and
precision, as well as for
youthful enthusiasm and the
sheer joy of life.
On
the new Ibiza’s ‘face’ the
distinctive centrepiece is the
trapezoidal grille, featuring
the SEAT logo. The flatter
proportions and horizontal
honeycomb structure of the
grille and the lower air intake
emphasise the car’s width. The
bumpers front and rear have been
redesigned, with a look that is
particularly accentuated on the
sporty Ibiza FR version.
Standard equipment on the FR,
and available as an option on
other models, are the large fog
lamps with integrated cornering
light.
Obsessive about detail
The sophisticated design of the
headlamps bears testament to the
enormous attention afforded by
SEAT to the detail of the new
Ibiza.
The edgy style of these lamps is
a hallmark feature of the new
SEAT design language, and is
perfectly integrated into the
Ibiza’s sculptural form. They
are available in two halogen
versions or with optional
bi-xenon lamps and LED daytime
running lights. The latter
trace the form of the headlamps
to deliver a unique light
signature, as do the optional
LED rear lights.
Clear and athletic
character
From the side, the new Ibiza
looks like a precisely hewn and
finely honed sculpture on
wheels. The characteristic
‘dynamic line’ runs from the
headlamps over the powerfully
drawn wheel arches to the rear.
A second, equally sharp,
character line runs across the
muscular rear shoulders to the
rear lamps.
These powerful lines, and the
interplay of taut surfaces, lend
the Ibiza an athletic character
– on both the coupé-like
three-door and the five-door.
Even the functional estate car
conveys an unmatched look of
dynamism – without any
restriction on its exceptional
utility.
Alejandro Mesonero-Romanos, Head
of SEAT Design, said: ‘The
new-generation Ibiza fits
perfectly into the SEAT brand
identity. It has a powerful and
solid stance, it displays a
dynamic character and yet always
remains refined and
self-confident.’
Premium interior
The emotional power of the
exterior design is reflected in
the interior, too – with an
expressive but minimalist and
clearly structured cockpit
design. The feeling of quality,
the high precision of the
workmanship, the wide choice of
colours and materials ranging
all the way to fine leather
upholstery serve to underscore
SEAT’s standards.
The level of detail can be
sensed throughout the new Ibiza
– on the steering wheel, in the
new design of the Climatronic
climate control system and in
the new paint surfaces. The
focus, however, always remains
on functionality – the new
instrument binnacle with its
improved display is one example,
the significantly larger glove
compartment, another. With a
generous storage volume of 10.7
litres, this compartment now
offers space for a lot more than
simply a pair of gloves.
The perfect package for
every requirement
With its three body styles, the
new Ibiza fits perfectly to
every lifestyle. The three-door
Ibiza SC and the five-door Ibiza
are not only great looking, but
are also very well equipped to
cope with the practical
challenges of everyday life.
They boast an interior that is
generous for this class of
vehicle, a luggage volume of 284
or 292 litres and a
split/folding rear bench. The
estate bodyshell of the Ibiza ST
offers a particularly high
degree of functionality.
Despite its sporty design, the
load volume of 430 litres up to
a maximum of 1,164 litres is
surprisingly generous.
Sporty and efficient
petrol engines
The new Ibiza’s engine line-up
is impressively broad. The
range of petrol units extends
from the economical 1.2-litre 60
PS to the potent 1.4 TSI with
supercharger and turbocharger.
A peak power figure of 150 PS
and standard-fit DSG
transmission catapult the Ibiza
to 100 km/h (62 mph) in just 7.8
seconds*, and onwards to a brisk
top speed of 212 km/h* (132 mph)
where legal. In the new Ibiza,
this power unit is now also
available in the ST estate
version, creating an Ibiza ST FR
for the very first time.
Particular efficiency is
delivered by the Ibiza 1.2 TSI
Ecomotive – a state-of-the-art
turbocharged power unit with 105
PS it delivers a refined drive
with its maximum torque of 175
Nm at just 1,550 rpm, yet sips
an average of just 5.1
litres/100 km* – thanks also to
start/stop technology that is
fitted as standard.
Top marks in consumption
and emissions
The new Ibiza’s TDI engines are
even more efficient when it
comes to fuel consumption and
emissions. The highlight is the
Ibiza 1.2 TDI E Ecomotive, also
with a start/stop system. Its
average fuel consumption is a
mere 3.4 litres per 100 km*,
equating to a first-class CO2
figure of 89 g/km* – in all
bodyshell variants. Yet the
compact hi-tech TDI delivers
strong performance with its 75
PS and very respectable peak
torque of 180 Nm. The sporty
pinnacle of the Ibiza diesel
line-up is the 2.0 TDI with a
beefy 143 PS. No competitor in
this segment offers such a
powerful diesel; no other
masters the combination of
performance and efficiency so
successfully – a top speed of
210 km/h* (130 mph) comes with
an average fuel consumption of
just 4.6 litres per 100 km*.
Hi-tech running gear
Just as modern as the engines in
the new Ibiza are the
transmissions. Alongside
perfectly spaced five- and
six-speed manual gearboxes, a
number of engines are offered
with DSG transmissions either as
standard equipment or as an
option. This dual-clutch
transmission offers not only the
comfort of an automatic but also
the extra benefit of compelling
efficiency.
The running gear of the new
Ibiza boasts an extremely
sophisticated layout that has
been carefully fine tuned,
giving the compact model
handling characteristics that
are as sporty as they are safe.
The precise steering and the
perfectly tuned ESP stability
control, as well as the XDS
electronic differential lock (on
models of 100 PS or more)
deliver safety even in difficult
driving conditions. A powerful
brake system with ABS is a case
in point. The new Ibiza runs on
wheels ranging in size from 15-
to 17-inches and sporting
several new designs.
Comprehensive equipment,
perfect individualisation
The Ibiza’s generous line-up of
equipment has also been revised,
independent of bodyshell form.
The base model Reference* makes
a compelling argument with all
its key comfort and safety
features. Above it is the
Style* version, which comes with
air conditioning as standard.
The Ibiza FR sets particularly
sporty characteristics with
accentuated design elements
front and rear, alloy wheels and
a leather-clad steering wheel.
And every SEAT can be adapted
to suit personal style and
individual preferences with an
extensive range of colours,
options and accessories.
And the Ibiza Cupra? Naturally,
the most dynamic range-topper
will also have a successor.
Exceptional performance and
thrilling dynamics are
guaranteed, but not before
mid-2012.
The UK market introduction of
the new Ibiza is scheduled for
the spring of 2012. Full
details of UK trim levels,
prices and technical
specifications will be announced
in due course. |
