What's the news?
SEAT has released details of its pricing strategy for the new Toledo model; featuring a low entry price of £12,495. According to SEAT, this price gives the best space-per-pound ratio in the range; and with this formula the company is hoping to match the success of the previous three Toledo generations.
Exterior
The exterior dimensions of the new Toledo give the car a relatively compact stance, available as a five-door model only. Three versions are available from launch - E, S and SE. Top-spec SE models come with 16-inch alloy wheels, body coloured handles and mirrors and front fog lamps with cornering adaptability.
Interior
SEAT claims that the Toledo has an interior that's bigger than the external measurements might suggest - also featuring 550 litres of boot space. Equipment levels start with an MP3-compatible CD player with aux-in and a stack of airbags for E models, to climate control, a refrigerated glove box, cruise control, Bluetooth connectivity and a leather steering wheel in top-spec SE guise.
Optional extras include the SEAT Media System 2.2 featuring a colour touchscreen satnav, DAB radio, and Bluetooth; Hill Hold Control, heated front seats and tinted rear windows.
Mechanicals
From launch, a range of petrol and diesel powertrains will be available; with the gem of the range being the most expensive. The 1.6-litre TDI CR Ecomotive unit develops a modest 105hp, whilst returning up to 72.4mpg on the combined cycle and emitting 104g/km of CO¬¬2. The 1.2-litre TSI petrol engine also receives Ecomotive technology such as stop-start and brake energy recuperation. All models come with plenty of airbags, a front seatbelt reminder and Electronic Stability Control (ESC) as standard.
Anything else?
Fleet users should also find the new Toledo an attractive prospect. BIK ratings are as low as 14%, and the new model fits into low insurance groupings too.
The latest Toledo is available to order now across the SEAT dealer network, with first deliveries expected by 1st December.
James Giddings - 6 Oct 2012