Enterprising SEAT Introduces Leon SE Technology Business Edition

• Leon SE Technology Business delivers value and state-of-the-art-technology
• BIK tax burden among lowest of any business-specific models available
• Choice of super frugal 1.6 TDI 110PS or potent 2.0 TDI 150PS, achieving up to 74.3 mpg (five-door)  
• Initially available in ST (Sports Tourer) bodystyle, priced from £20,650 on-the-road (£20,545 P11D value)
• Brimming with fleet-optimised equipment including Technology and Convenience Packs, adaptive cruise control with front assist and parking sensors  
• Order book for ST variant now open; five-door available from early 2016

MILTON KEYNES, UK -- August 20, 2015: SEAT has launched a brand new edition of the highly-acclaimed Leon aimed squarely at business drivers who demand quality, style and value above all else – the Leon SE Technology Business.

The new model boasts a raft of equipment to support fleets and make life easier for company car drivers including a Technology Pack, adaptive cruise control, rear parking sensors and a Convenience Pack.

Like its fleet-optimised specification, the new model’s powertrain options maximise value for business drivers and fleets – particularly with the new tax regime in mind. The five-door 1.6 TDI 110PS version emits just 99 grams per kilometre of CO₂ and achieves 74.3 mpg on the combined cycle. Its benefit-in-kind (BIK) tax rate is a fleet-friendly 17% in five-door guise and 18% in ST format.   

Already one of the standout vehicles in its class, the multi-talented Leon now really means business, with an equipment list, drivetrain options and improved residual values creating a compelling package for fleet businesses and drivers alike.     

The Technology Pack, comprising integrated satellite navigation, DAB audio system and LED headlights, was chosen alongside adaptive cruise control and rear parking sensors for maximum comfort and safety. The Convenience Pack, consisting of automatic headlights, rain sensor and auto dimming rear view mirror, means the vehicle is easy to live with.

SEAT’s exceptionally efficient 1.6-litre four cylinder TDI engine resides in the entry-level SE Technology Business model. Given it produces an ample 110PS and performance to satisfy the keen driver, its efficiency is all the more surprising – achieving up to 74.3mpg (five-door combined cycle).

Initially available in capacious estate form, the SEAT Leon ST SE Technology Business is available to order in either 1.6 TDI 110PS or 2.0 TDI 150PS form, priced from £20,545 (P11D value) or £20,650 OTR. The order book for the five-door version will open in early 2016. 

Balancing increased performance and efficiency, the potent 2.0-litre turbo diesel engine delivers an even more lively drive, enabling the five-door variant to reach 62 mph in only 8.4 seconds. Despite its energetic performance, the 150 PS engine can still return an impressive 68.9mpg and emit just 106 grams per kilometre of CO₂ (five-door and ST).

Strong economy and efficiency is bolstered by impressive predicted residual values; the Leon ST SE Technology Business is expected to be a desirable vehicle for major end-user fleets and small business customers, where a high level of specification and low p(11)d values are essential.

SEAT UK Head of Fleet and Business Sales, Peter McDonald, said: “The Leon has spearheaded our fleet sales drive over the last 18 months, but the SE Technology Business takes the model on to the next level when it comes to business use. An already impressive package has been made even more compelling, especially when value is such a key part of the equation, which it inevitably is whether the choice is down to the user chooser or fleet manager.”  

For more information on SEAT fleet, see SEAT Fleet.

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SEAT is the only company in its sector with the full-range capacity to design, develop, manufacture and market cars in Spain. A member of the Volkswagen Group, the multinational has its headquarters in Martorell (Barcelona), exporting more than 80% of its vehicles, and is present in 75 countries. In 2014 SEAT’s invoicing totalled almost 7.5 billion euros, the highest figure it its history, with worldwide sales of 390,500 units.

SEAT Group employs 14,000 professionals at its three production centres – Barcelona, El Prat de Llobregat and Martorell, where it manufactures the highly successful Ibiza and Leon, amongst other models. Additionally, the company produces the Alhambra in Palmela (Portugal), the Mii in Bratislava (Slovakia) and the Toledo in Mladá Boleslav (Czech Republic). 

The Spanish multinational also has a Technical Centre, which celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2015. This ‘knowledge hub’, bringing together 900 engineers, aims to be the driving force behind innovation for the number one industrial investor in R&D in Spain. In line with its declared commitment to environmental protection, SEAT undertakes and bases its core activity on sustainability, namely reduction of CO₂ emissions, energy efficiency, as well as recycling and re-use of resources.