2012 SEAT Ibiza ST Price & Review

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SEAT has finally released their next generation youth car – the 2012 SEAT Ibiza ST. 2012 SEAT Ibiza ST sports a young design and imbibes fun-to-drive character without compromising on the innovative technology coupled with enhanced functionality – characteristic of SEAT. 2012 SEAT Ibiza ST is available in three variants – 3-door sporty, popular 5-door and elegant Estate version.

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Not just that 2012 SEAT Ibiza ST has flavors for the fast as well as the practical. While the Ibiza Ecomotive emits 89g/km CO2, the Ibiza FR renders massive 150PS. So, do these new features make 2012 SEAT Ibiza ST a good value for money? Let us find out.

Features Of 2012 SEAT Ibiza ST

Design

A good chunk of buyers of SEAT Ibiza belong to the young generation. Since design is SEAT’s forte, it has given an uber cool look to the 2012 Ibiza ST and has taken its design identity to the next level. The new Ibiza ST sports a trapezoidal grille where the SEAT logo is engraved. The car is wider than the previous models and it is most prominent in the lower air intake, honeycomb structured grille and flat proportions.

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Front as well as rear bumpers are redesigned and the fog lights accommodate cornering light. The headlamps also wear sophistication. It also offers LED daytime-running lights and bi-xenon lamps come as an option. Attention to detail has rendered a finely honed look to the body of 2012 SEAT Ibiza ST.

The dynamic line that stretches continuously from the headlamps to rear wheel arches is complemented by second character line that runs along the rear shoulders all the way to rear lamps. In short, 2012 SEAT Ibiza ST dons an athletic look because of taut surfaces and dynamic design.

Interior

The interior of the new Ibiza ST is in continuous progression with the exterior. It maintains a minimalistic cockpit design and sports a wide range of refined materials including fine leather upholstery in all the models. The steering wheel is revamped and climate control system has been tweaked. The improved instrument panel sports better display. The 3-door variant offers 284 liters of boot space against 292 liters that of the 5-door variant. The SEAT Ibiza ST Estate variant offers 430 liters of boot space.

Engine

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2012 SEAT Ibiza ST offers an impressive range of engines across trim levels. The petrol engine variants are either powered by 1.2L 60PS engine or supercharged/turbocharged 1.4 TSI engine. It touches the 62mph mark in 7.8 seconds and reaches top speed of 212kmph.

Fuel economy

The 1.2L TSI E Ecomotive variant of 2012 Ibiza ST renders 105PS and 175Nm of torque by consuming 5.1 liters of fuel per 100km. Such an incredible figure has been made possible because of the inclusion start/stop system. On the other hand, the 1.2TDI E Ecomotive variant consumes 3.4 liters of fuel per 100km and emits 89g/km of CO2. The TDI renders 75PS power output and 180Nm torque. This makes the new 2012 SEAT Ibiza ST a strong contender in this segment.

Performance

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The new Ibiza ST is modern in terms of transmissions as well. Engines sport DSG transmissions as standard or as an option. Coupled with the efficiency and comfort of dual-clutch transmission are the fine-tuned ESP control system, precise steering and XDS lock. All these features make driving safe even in tight conditions.

Price

2012 SEAT Ibiza ST will be available at a price of $21,951.34.

Conclusion

SEAT offers a one-stop solution for individual needs and diverse driving conditions. Not only does the 2012 SEAT Ibiza ST offer various engines and transmissions, it also offers wide range of exterior colors and interior materials and equipments to choose from. Hence, 2012 SEAT Ibiza ST is truly a next generation car to check out.