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Stylish, sporty & spacious: The SEAT Leon Estate Cupra

By Lisa Curtiss   |  

Hailed by many to be the most stylish sports estate around, SEAT’s Leon Estate Cupra is a masterclass in innovative exterior design, coupled with knock your socks off performance.

Only 150 of these special edition models are available in the UK and if a 4.9 0-62mph sprint isn’t quite fast enough for you, we recommend adding the ABT tuning pack option which will drop it down to an even more impressive 4.5 seconds.

With high specification as standard, this great looking model comes with quad exhaust, Brembo brakes, bucket seats, KESSY and a panoramic sunroof. Gorgeous copper accents and carbon fibre detailing add to the premium external appeal, and the upgraded models will feature ABT detailing on the rear badge.

Out on the road this car is a dynamic pleasure to drive thanks to its highly tuned turbocharged, direct-injection petrol engine linked to a seven-speed DSG auto box, advanced 4Drive drive system and special chassis set up.

Eye catching to a fault – especially given it’s an estate, the combination of black with copper accents is tasteful and unique. The bold use of carbon fibre to maximise the car’s performance and aesthetics adds to the appeal. Copper logos and badges also emphasise the model’s credentials, with the same tone used on its exclusive 19” alloy rims with copper hub caps which frame the front Brembo brakes.

Slip inside the spacious, light and airy cabin and you’ll first notice illuminated aluminium plaques and all the copper accents which continue inside on the climate control vents, central console, logo on the steering wheel and on the stitching of the bucket seats and steering wheel.

All gadgetry and displays easy to access and use. Rear view cameras are handy, and thanks to the integration of the latest connectivity suite, drivers can link their mobile devices to the car and benefit from selected apps and increased functionality too. A great looking, dynamic driving estate.