MY2015 changes

[JohnNW]

Not sure what the full range of MY2015 changes are, but the Dynamic Chassis Control pack (adaptive damping and progressive steering) is now available to order on FR's (think it's only the 180/184) for £1,300. That's £10 more than Audi charge for progressive steering (£295) and magnetic ride (£995) on the A3!

A bit pricey seeing as it's only 650 euros in Spain, but hey we live in rip of Britain so we have to take it on the chin (or rather in the wallet!!).

If anyone knows what other changes to the range are, then please add to the thread.

 

[Fred99]

A bit pricey seeing as it's only 650 euros in Spain, but hey we live in rip of Britain so we have to take it on the chin (or rather in the wallet!!).

You can't have it both ways. The LED Tech pack option is free in the UK and hugely expensive in Spain. I have yet to see a Leon with LEDs in Spain apart from on the dealers forecourt!

 

[JohnNW]

You can't have it both ways. The LED Tech pack option is free in the UK and hugely expensive in Spain. I have yet to see a Leon with LEDs in Spain apart from on the dealers forecourt!

That's probably a fair point (though the Tech pack isn't actually free - it's £1074 extra that the dealer pays), but when SEAT are charging more than Audi for the same options I do wonder whether they know what they're doing!

Actually it's made my decision about ordering a bit more difficult, as this is an option I want, but at that price it's suddenly brought the Golf GTD back into contention.

 

[-=Rob=-]

I believe the steering wheel on the FR's is now more chunky (like the Cupra wheel). On earlier builds it was very thin.

 

[Blakestar9]

The 1.4TSi is being replaced by the 1.4TSi ACT 150PS engine from July. Was told by a dealer on carwow when I was looking at quotes for the 1.4.

 

[niggle]

The 1.4TSi is being replaced by the 1.4TSi ACT 150PS engine from July. Was told by a dealer on carwow when I was looking at quotes for the 1.4.

Bugger! Almost wish that I had waited now.

 

[-=Rob=-]

The 1.4TSi is being replaced by the 1.4TSi ACT 150PS engine from July. Was told by a dealer on carwow when I was looking at quotes for the 1.4.

What's the difference? (not sure what ACT is)!

 

[unclelonghair]

ACT switches off 2 cylinders when not under load for extra economy. It's already being used in the new Ibiza FR, and is in the Golf GT. It's still 140PS though, not 150.

 

[-=Rob=-]

ACT switches off 2 cylinders when not under load for extra economy. It's already being used in the new Ibiza FR, and is in the Golf GT. It's still 140PS though, not 150.

Thanks for the info, should be good for economy!

 

[cybman]

Is coming a new pack?

Seat cupra performance Pack

 

[C_ED_99]

Not up on the configurator yet...

 

[cybman]

http://es.autoblog.com/2014/05/03/contacto-seat-leon-cupra-280/

Más adelante estará disponible el Cupra Performance Pack de manera opcional que añade unas tomas de aire delante y elementos pintados a contraste.


Later will be available Performance Pack Cupra optionally adding a front air intakes and contrast elements painted.

 

[anxion]

Little power boost for petrol engines (and I think they meet EU6 emissions now)
1.2 TSI 110ps up from 105ps
1.4 TSI 125ps up from 122ps
1.4 TSI ACT 150ps up from 140ps, DSG also available for this engine

As for cupra you can now order bucket seats, 19" rims in black (not entirely black tho, something like the 18"s on golf gti), black pack, white pack. These packs simply change colour of some details (rims, grill frame, door mirrors and cupra lettering on the back).

2.0 TDI 150ps available with 4WD in ST version too.

Prices are slightly up but some extras are now cheaper.

Note: Info based on german and french price lists so specs may vary. You can check french cupra price list for some photoshops of colour packs. Oh and remember that configurators are updated last.

 

[yellowcone87]

Little power boost for petrol engines (and I think they meet EU6 emissions now)
1.2 TSI 110ps up from 105ps
1.4 TSI 125ps up from 122ps
1.4 TSI ACT 150ps up from 140ps, DSG also available for this engine

As for cupra you can now order bucket seats, 19" rims in black (not entirely black tho, something like the 18"s on golf gti), black pack, white pack. These packs simply change colour of some details (rims, grill frame, door mirrors and cupra lettering on the back).

2.0 TDI 150ps available with 4WD in ST version too.

Prices are slightly up but some extras are now cheaper.

Note: Info based on german and french price lists so specs may vary. You can check french cupra price list for some photoshops of colour packs. Oh and remember that configurators are updated last.

If they make that 1.4 available with DSG in the UK before I've even received my 1.2, which I only ordered because the 1.4 wasn't available, I'll be getting many different kinds of hacked off with him come delivery day.

 

[Ewan]

Colours

Was looking at the seat website this morning.

It appears that Seat are now limiting the colour choice even more eg FR 184 5Dr is no longer available in Lima Green

 

[Pheo]

If they make that 1.4 available with DSG in the UK before I've even received my 1.2, which I only ordered because the 1.4 wasn't available, I'll be getting many different kinds of hacked off with him come delivery day.

Likewise!!

 

[phsharpy]

Little power boost for petrol engines (and I think they meet EU6 emissions now)
1.2 TSI 110ps up from 105ps
1.4 TSI 125ps up from 122ps
1.4 TSI ACT 150ps up from 140ps, DSG also available for this engine

As for cupra you can now order bucket seats, 19" rims in black (not entirely black tho, something like the 18"s on golf gti), black pack, white pack. These packs simply change colour of some details (rims, grill frame, door mirrors and cupra lettering on the back).

2.0 TDI 150ps available with 4WD in ST version too.

Prices are slightly up but some extras are now cheaper.

Note: Info based on german and french price lists so specs may vary. You can check french cupra price list for some photoshops of colour packs. Oh and remember that configurators are updated last.

Mine gets built Wk/commencing 19th May, do you reckon there is any chance i could get them to put the bucket seats in?

 

[CJ1985]

Was looking at the seat website this morning.

It appears that Seat are now limiting the colour choice even more eg FR 184 5Dr is no longer available in Lima Green

It is still available, website show's it as custom palette but I've been told from Seat Customer Care that it's wrong as on their system, it's still metallic. so they going to try get it updated.

 

[FRTSIman]

I would be really interested to kmow where this information comes from. Surely it is several months too early for MY2015 changes to be announced or implemented and also I can't find anything at all about any future changes to the Leon range or about MY2015 on SEAT UK's website, brochures or price lists.

 

[JohnNW]

I would be really interested to kmow where this information comes from. Surely it is several months too early for MY2015 changes to be announced or implemented and also I can't find anything at all about any future changes to the Leon range or about MY2015 on SEAT UK's website, brochures or price lists.

The info regarding the Dynamic Chassis Control pack came direct from SEAT customer services and was confirmed by a dealer who was able to select the option on their ordering system.

Other changes whilst not published at present have been deduced from what other VAG cars are doing. Both Skoda and Audi (and possibly VW) have already announced 2015 model changes and the factory communications are often posted on forums by dealers or members with good contacts in trade.

As the Leon is still new, any changes will be minor (except for engine changes) and is often limited to a change of switch design or deletion of a piece of kit (say an under seat storage box) or the making of an option standard, etc. As well as the obligatory price rise of course!!