SEAT Ibiza FR Turbodiesel Debuts in the UK

After achieving an all-time record market share of 1.5 percent in the UK last year, the Spanish carmaker is introducing new models on the British market. First among these new introductions is an addition to the Ibiza range, in the shape of the Ibiza FR TDI, available in SC or 5dr bodystyles with prices starting at £16,465 RRP.

However, though the new models are already available for ordering, deliveries are set to begin in March. Both versions will feature climate control, ESP with SEAT’s new XDS electronic ‘virtual’ limited slip differential and exclusive FR detailing inside and out as standard.

The car is fitted with a 143 PS turbocharged diesel engine, enough to boost it from naught to 62 mph in 8.2 seconds (8.3 seconds for the 5dr version) and on to a maximum speed of 130 mph (129 mph 5dr). The FR TDI is able of returning 62.7 mpg on the EU’s official combined cycle, while emitting 119 g/km of CO2.

“The arrival of the Ibiza FR TDI signals our intention to make SEAT a leader in the supermini sector,” SEAT UK’s Ibiza Product Manager, Andy McGregor, said in a release.

“The exceptional success of the Leon FR TDI – it’s the best-selling model in the entire Leon range – proves beyond doubt that we understand the needs of today’s hot hatch fans. The outstanding economy, and performance, offered by these new Ibiza FR TDI models means these cars, too, should power to the top of their class,” he added.