SEAT Leon 2009-2012 Photos, engines & full specs

Unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in 2009, the Leon was completely redesigned and offered a variety of versions and engines to suit every need.

The range available was of the most complete on the market, with the offer including 19 sport versions and 9 engine options.

Five gasoline and four Diesel engines were on the list, as well as four transmission options: 5-speed and 6-speed manual, 6-speed and 7-speed automatic.

The facelift version brought a sharper look with the restyled front bumper and the grille. Other changes included a smaller Seat logo, as well as refined headlights and taillights.

At the back, the new Leon had a larger rear window to increase visibility.

The interior was also redesigned and upgraded with higher quality materials, as well as the design of the dashboard and the center console. A new steering wheel was available and the leather upholstery got a brand new color.

The base version of the Leon was equipped with the 1.4-liter 85 hp and the 1.9-liter 90 hp engines. The standard safety features included ABS, traction control, ESP, electronic brake assist and driver and passenger airbags, as well as head and side airbags.

The Reference trim level added tire pressure monitoring, air conditioning and asorted door mirrors and handles.

The Style trim level included the Reference’s features and added cornering foglights, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, cruise control, climate control, new alloy rims and rear power windows.

The Sportier trim level available included new sport seats with new upholstery, a sport suspension, the FR logo on the leather gear knob as well as on the steering wheel, a better audio system and dark glass.