SEAT Ecomotive model

Camps International is the ethical travel company that offers a range of gap year volunteering experiences and school expeditions to areas across the world including East Africa, South East Asia and Latin America. The company has just taken delivery of a dozen SEAT Ecomotive models to add to its company car fleet, allowing them to slash their fuel bills while reducing CO2 emissions and employee tax liability.

Group Financial Controller of Camps International, Carl Palmer, said,”We were looking at all the options, but the SEAT Ecomotive range ticked all the boxes for us. We’re a carbon neutral company and we take our responsibility to the environment very seriously which is why it was very important that we opted for a clean car with low emissions. But we were also incredibly impressed with the fuel economy of the Ibiza and Leon Ecomotives, and the savings we could make by running them”.

The Leon E Ecomotive emits 99g/km CO2 emissions and returns 74.3 combined mpg while the Ibiza E Ecomotive emits even less at 92g/km and returns a fuel figure of 80.7mpg.  And of course both models will be exempt from the London Congestion Charge. SEAT contract hire on all models is on the site now.

SEAT electric car

SEAT, the sporty Spanish car manufacturer, has just released details of the new Altea XL Electric Ecomotive, its first electric car, In addition they have also produced a plug-in hybrid Leon TwinDrive Ecomotive and SEAT envisages full hybrid and electric car production by 2015.

Electric car charging

The SEAT Altea XL Electric Ecomotive engine produces 115hp and this translates into a top speed of 135kph. The batteries are located under the rear seats and the boot, so there is plenty of space and legroom for passengers. When the Altea XL is parked in the sun, rooftop photovoltaic cells recirculate fresh air throughout the passenger compartment, reducing the need for energy when setting off, by reducing the need to turn on the climate control to cool the car.

The SEAT Leon TwinDrive Ecomotive plug-in hybrid has a top speed of 120kph and a range of 52 kilometres in full electric mode. When switching to the combined mode (electric plus combustion) the top speed extends to 170 kph and CO2 emissions are just 39g/km.

New SEAT Exeo

SEAT has updated their executive class Exeo ST saloon and estate range with a new look and engineering upgrades. The new Exeo gets a revised “face” with bi-xenon headlights and LED daytime running lights (standard on Sport but optional on the SE) and will be showcased at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show in September.

The new styling enhancements include new alloy wheel designs with other upgrades to interior materials such as leather on the steering wheel and revised upholstery. SEAT is also targeting a low CO2 figure for the new model with the SEAT saloon and estate’s 2.0-litre TDI diesel engine offering around 129g/km and combined mpg at 57.6 (these figures are provisional). In 2012, SEAT is also planning to add Start/Stop technology to the Ecomotive model range and this should further reduce CO2 emissions to less than 120g/km and provide even better fuel economy.

The SEAT Exeo is the Spanish brand’s third best-seller in the UK behind the Ibiza supermini and sporty Leon five-door family hatch and the revised Exeo looks set to build upon this success.

Load space of 2,297 litres

SEAT, the sporty Spanish car manufacturer, has just launched its seven-seat Alhambra MPV into UK showrooms this week. This is the largest car that SEAT has ever made, is more than 4.8 metres long and offers you up to a massive 2,297 litres of space. With the five seat configuration (with the third row of seats now folded rather than removed) the car has a respectable 1,167 litres of load bay on offer. Access to the third row of seats is really easy as well and there are numerous storage facilities inside to cope with all the family requirements.

SEAT Alhambra MPV

The trim level specification is also really simple with S, SE and SE Lux, plus all have Ecomotive badging. Even the S-level version is well specified, coming with 3-zone climate control, parking sensors, front and rear, sliding rear doors, electronic handbrake, Bluetooth hands-free phone connection, 16-inch alloys, Stop/Start and Brake Energy Recovery as standard.

There are a variety of engines including two Euro 5 2.0-litre turbodiesels of 140 PS or 170 PS, plus a 1.4-litre TSI 150 PS turbocharged petrol unit. All models are offered with with either a six-speed manual transmission or six-speed DSG (Direct Shift Gearbox), depending on on the trim level.

The 2.0-litre TDI CR 140 PS manual is likely to be a fleet favourite offering CO2 emissions of 146g/km and a combined mpg of 50.4. SEAT business car leasing prices should be loaded shortly.

Ecomotive

The new SEAT seven-seat Alhambra MPV is about to be launched in the UK with a “green version” available and to coincide with this, SEAT has just launched a new badging to further recognise their Ecomotive range of cars. The Ecomotive range offers very low CO2 emissions and superb combined mpg, with the new Ibiza Ecomotive emitting just 92g/km of CO2 for example.

Ecomotive new badging

The new badging includes the letter “E” in addition to existing name, which appears in green just above the boot-lid. SEAT’s range of cars including the Ibiza SC, Ibiza 5dr, Ibiza ST, Leon, Altea, Altea XL and the new Alhambra, all offer an Ecomotive version.

Andy Medcraft, SEAT UK Product Marketing Manager, said,”The growing number of Ecomotives on our roads clearly shows how popular these frugal yet sporty cars are becoming. I think the arrival of this new badging structure will only serve to underline our cars’ emergence as a leader in the field of environmentally responsible motoring”. The full range of SEAT cars including all Ecomotive models is available now on SEAT business car leasing.

New SEAT Ibiza ST estate is now out in UK showrooms

SEAT, the sporty Spanish car manufacturer, has revealed more details about the new Ibiza ST which makes its showroom debut this month. This new estate version of the Ibiza offers a great carrying capacity yet still provides a dynamic and eye-catching look as well. Boot space is 138 litres over the 5-door hatchback which takes the carrying capacity up to 430 litres.

New SEAT Ibiza ST estate range

There is an extensive range of engines on offer, including the new 1.4 EUV-compliant to the turbo-charged 1.2-litre TSI. Diesel drivers can choose from the the refined 75 PS 1.2-litre TDI CR (also available in Ecomotive version) to the 1.6-litre TDI CR 105 PS option. The SEAT Ibiza Ecomotive ST in Ecomotive form offers a staggering 80.7mpg and CO2 emissions of only 92g/km of CO2. You also have the option of a five speed manual gearbox or hi-tech seven speed DSG.

The three  trim levels are S (with A/C), SE and Sport. Standard equipment includes air-conditioning, four-speaker stereo radio with MP3 compatible CD and AUX-in, electric front windows, roof rails, alarm and remote central locking with deadlocks, to name just a few. This practical new Ibiza Estate has split folding seats on a 60:40 basis, a flat boot floor for easy loading and innovative storage options too and looks excellent value for money. SEAT contract hire prices are on the site now.

SEAT Ecomotive

SEAT will be launching next week, at the Frankfurt Motor Show, low CO2 versions of the Altea, Altea XL and Leon cars. All three new models feature significant improvements to offer better fuel consumption and to reduce harmful emissions.

The three newcomers feature the latest 105PS 1.6-litre TDI CR engine which incorporates a DPF particulate filter as well as cutting edge common rail diesel technology as standard.

Both versions of the Altea offer 119g/km Co2 emissions while the Leon comes in at 99g/km – a significant improvement on the old model.

Other features in the cars include Auto Start/Stop technology, energy recuperation, modifications to the five-speed gearbox, featuring a handy gear indicator device, which recommends the best gear to be driving in. The trio of SEAT Ecomotive models will be available in early 2010 however car leasing prices on other SEAT models are available now.