SEAT Leon e-HYBRID On Sale In Ireland

The SEAT Leon e-HYBRID has just gone on sale in Ireland, priced from €30,740 including grants..

Based on the all-new Leon hatchback and estate that launched in 2020, it’s the first ever plug-in hybrid to be offered by the brand.

The new Leon e-HYBRID has an EV mode capable of up to 64 km on battery power alone. It uses a 1.4-litre TSI petrol engine twinned with an electric motor to produce a combined 204 PS, with a 0-100km/h sprint of just 7.5 seconds.  CO2 emissions remain at or below 30g/km in all versions.

The car’s battery can charge in just 3 hours and 40 minutes from a 3.6 kWh wallbox.

The 2021 SEAT Leon e-HYBRID comes with a choice of two body styles, the traditional 5-door hatchback and the Sportstourer Estate. These are offered in four high-specification trim levels: Xcellence, Xcellence Plus, FR and FR Plus.

The Xcellence model includes 17″ alloy wheels, keyless entry/start, 3-zone air conditioning, 8.25″ touchscreen Infotainment, full digital cockpit and wireless phone charging.

The Xcellence Plus adds 18” machined alloy wheels, front and rear Park Distance Control, Park Assist Self Parking, Predictive Adaptive Cruise Control, a larger 10” infotainment system with navigation, voice control, heated seats and steering wheel, Traffic Sign Recognition, Side Assist and Exit Assist.

The FR model adds a sportier look to the vehicle with 18” machined alloy wheels and FR styling, as well as Driver Profile Selection. FR Plus adds the larger 10” touchscreen infotainment, electrically adjustable driver’s seat, heated seats and steering wheel.

The Leon e-HYBRID starts from €35,740 on the road for the Xcellence 5-door hatch and €37,225 for the Xcellence Sportstourer, but this drops to €30,740 and €32,225 respectively for private customers who can benefit from the SEAI grant of €5,000. FR models start from €35,740 for the 5-door hatch and €37,225 for the Sportstourer and these drop to €30,740 and €32,225 respectively for private customers that can avail of the government grant.