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Seat Leon Cupra R revealed ahead of Frankfurt motor show

Seat Leon Cupra R revealed ahead of Frankfurt motor show

Seat's Cupra sub-brand will showcase the new 306bhp Leon Cupra R at the Frankfurt motor show; it's limited to 799 units
 
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Jimi Beckwith
4 September 2017

Seat has revealed a third-generation Leon Cupra R, ahead of its public debut at the Frankfurt motor show later this month.

The third iteration of the range-topping hot hatch will get a 306bhp petrol engine, up from the Cupra 300's 296bhp, thanks to sportier engine mapping. New exhausts and a package of aerodynamic improvements will also feature, as well as upgraded Brembo brakes, adaptive suspension with Dynamic Chassis Control, and modified front camber.

Just 799 units of the Cupra R will be produced, Seat boss Luca De Meo announced this morning, with an exclusive matte exterior finish available, copper detailing and bucket seats distinguishing the car from the standard Cupra. There's also an entirely new instrument cluster. 

Recent reports claim that Seat's Cupra sporting range is being planned for a spin-off, akin to Citroën turning its DS luxury sub-brand into a brand on

 

 

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Looks like a regular Leon...

 
4 September 2017

I.E bland! Plus, copper detailing? Thats a questionable one surely.

 

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