SEAT Leon Hatchback (2005 - 2012) 1.4 TSI Stylance 5d (2009/09) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I wanted to look a bit beyond the usual offerings.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Generally well received.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Need a bigger car now due to growing family but would consider Seat again.
What are you likely to buy next?
Octavia
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£7,400
When did you buy the car?
May 2012
Did you get a good deal and why?
Car was fairly priced.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Good balance of performance and economy. Price compared favourably to a Golf and the Leon was less ubiquitous than a Focus/Astra.
What was the dealer like?
Honest, I felt he wasn't trying to swindle me!
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
It's a well balanced car. Has a bit of poke but you need to work it hard if you want the power. For every day urban driving it is ideal.
What's it like to park?
Great, reverse park at work every day with no bother, parking sensors obviously help.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Timing chain needed replacing when the car was 4.5 years old at a cost of £600. A door fault also cost £300.
What's most practical about your car?
Drives well and returns decent fuel economy for a petrol. Average 37-43 depending on type of journey.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Dual climate control AC.
