The third generation received significant
changes over the outgoing model.
Not exact matches
The fifth generation had revised suspension
changes and chassis tuning and increased cargo volume corresponding to a minor increase in size
over the
outgoing model.
Other
changes include subtle character lines and new 19 - inch alloys
over the 18 - inch units on the
outgoing model.
The ride, although not brilliant, is much improved
over the
outgoing model thanks to
changes in the suspension setup.
All prices are a $ 350 increase
over the
outgoing models, and there are no significant
changes for the
model - year 2013.
The new generation grows a bit
over the
outgoing model, gaining 1.2 inches of wheelbase (105.1 inches) and gains interior room, thanks to a platform
change.
A stronger portfolio means a
change in customer relationships, too, and Seat expected the Leon to overtake the
outgoing Ibiza as its best - selling
model over the next few years to become a flagship car for the brand.
The rear does not
change dramatically
over the
outgoing model, but there is clearly a lot less visual bulk than the older version.