The 2009 Seat Ibiza FR will have its debut at this year's Barcelona Motor Show. The 2009 Seat Ibiza FR is powered by a twin charger 1.4 TSI engine that outputs 150 hp and is coupled a seven-speed DSG gearbox with steering wheel shift paddles. The 2009 Seat Ibiza FR comes as standard with the XDS system, offering better comfort and safety, that works with the ESP and functions as a self-blocking mechanism. This system is used in the case of the car loosing traction by braking the wheel that loses grip.
The 2009 Seat Ibiza FR comes with a distinct exterior styling which includes new bumpers, silver colored door mirrors, specific 17 inch rims.
The 2009 Seat Ibiza FR price will be announced at a later date.
Seat Press Release:
The new FR version of the Ibiza introduces several novelties compared with the previous model, which all combine to provide a more intense driving experience. First of all, the brand’s new car is equipped with the efficient 150 hp twin charger 1.4 TSI engine. Thanks to its latest generation technology, this engine provides greater elasticity, brilliant performance and lower fuel consumption figures and emissions levels, and fully complies with EU-5 legislation on the subject.
The 2009 Seat Ibiza FR ’s powerful engine is mated to a seven-speed DSG gearbox with steering wheel shift paddles. As on the CUPRA version, the gearbox has been developed with sportier software than on the 1.6 model of the Ibiza range.
Furthermore, the addition of the XDS system provides greater driving comfort and safety. This electronic system works together with ESP and functions as a self-blocking mechanism. It improves the car’s performance when traction is lost by braking the wheel that loses grip.
The new design of the 2009 Seat Ibiza FR
highlights its sporty looks on the inside as well as on the exterior, with new bumpers that lend a more aggressive appearance, featuring front honeycomb slats and a chrome surround on the central grille in combination with the Arrow Design concept. Other tell-tale exterior elements on the FR are silver colored door mirrors, specific 17 inch rims or the twin tailpipe to one side.
The interior also conveys the car’s racing nature with a specific instrument display that carries the FR logo, a new steering wheel with built-in DSG shift paddles and the seat design,
whose upholstery also heavily contributes to its sporty looks.
As far as standard equipment goes, SEAT’s new car is further equipped with ESP, TCS + EBA, ABS, Hill Hold Control, low tire pressure warning, driver and passenger airbags, head-chest airbag, trip computer, cruise control, climate control, CD radio with MP3 + 6 speakers + Aux-in connection, sports suspension and cornering foglights, among other elements.
