CUPRA Leon Hatch review - Extremely diverse hot hatch! (VZ2 300ps) 4K UK

[@phillurkin8245]

I love the Cupra brand! But I still prefer the Formentor, that looks really cool. Now I'm hoping you'll get a Cupra Born on the channel soon. Excellent video, Tish!

[@ballroomking4724]

Cupra are doing some seriously good cars these day! Great video tish!

[@AutoSocialUK]

They really are! I think I’d actually have the AWD estate though, forgot to mention that at any point 😂

[@cincyrovers]

Great and informative video as always, Tish! The Leon seems like a great car and a great value. I might have to extend my England trip to test drive all these cars. 😂 I like how the steering wheel has physical buttons unlike the new GTI I drove on Monday. The GTI also had heated/cooled seats and even had 3-zone climate.

[@grayone321]

Good review, like the way you switch between good and bad in less than 10 secs.

[@chriswebb7404]

Just read your post on twitter….loving your reviews and content, keep up the good work and try not to get too concerned about silly comments, as not everyone is like that. All the best 👍

[@AutoSocialUK]

Thank you for the support Chris, really appreciate it

[@soufrider6765]

This is hands down my dream car ❤️

[@residentelect]

It is mine mate, that's why I ordered one not long after you posted your comment, and I'm still waiting for delivery!! Pro Tip, if you're serious about owning one DON'T order new from the factory! Get a "nearly new" from an approved Seat/Cupra. At least that way you know you're actually going to get the car! All I've got since my order are broken promises from stressed out salespeople lol

[@lukesmichalski6607]

Got Formentor few weeks ago. Just as for now, I really like it. Definitely an eye catcher. Driving is solid, with good handling, and decent specifications (150HP version). MPG is not the highest, but.. nothing is perfect.

[@DaveDVideoMaker]

This car is sold in Mexico but not the US or Canada. Same with the normal SEAT León.

[@robertlloyd7493]

Like the colour....and the petrol engine 👍

[@AutoSocialUK]

The colour wasn’t for me but it doesn’t suite it

[@jamiep61]

I enjoyed watching the Video Review. Looks very good In Red. I actually like the Interior design

[@NLarsen1989]

Great review. I've gone with the 245ps model in the end as 300ps was an extra £80~/mo but damn it's a fun car to drive and doesn't have that in your face styling of more traditional hot hatches - just enough to make it known this car has some power 😵

[@tapen678s6]

Can't believe it doesn't have adaptive cruise control or speedtronic so called! this should be standard by now

[@AutoSocialUK]

I completely agree although, it is still rare to see it as standard in most brands. Volkswagen spoiled us by supplying it on the golf since 2015

[@MrZaragon62]

Another super review from 'Tish the dish' 💜

[@GBFeb72]

Looks good. Great review

[@gmac5112]

As always excellent review. Hope you get to review the new 308 next year

[@AutoSocialUK]

I have my fingers crossed for that one!

[@KING0SISQO]

@@AutoSocialUK it’s not new but be really interested to hear your view on the 308 gti

[@just_incredible]

I'm sure the drive mode and start button on the steering wheel can only be found on the e-Hybrid model.

[@pocketfella5176]

Have you ever thought about test driving a Toyota RAV4 plug-in hybrid 0 to 60 in 5.5 seconds 4WD 40 mile Range in electric, enough for most everyday journeys and over 80 mpg on average , my friend has ordered one for herself I’m not into electric cars but she says plug in hybrid is the way forward, I’m still not sure so a review would be helpful from a female prospective thanks

[@benlea19]

I've had one for two weeks now. Works well if the kids are in the car as the space in the back beats similar cars. Few flaws with the car, mainly around the infotainment system but overall it's a nice drive even when taking it easy in day to day driving.

[@Umar_1994_]

Do you have the 245? or 300? petrol? and what sort of MPG do you average?

[@benlea19]

@@Umar_1994_ 300. I only get around 27mpg

[@Umar_1994_]

@@benlea19 is that city, or motorway? or a mix? I get about 28 average in a Polo GTI - trying to judge if I'd be worse or better off 😅

[@benlea19]

@@Umar_1994_ no motorway driving at all. More driving on a roads and stop start in towns

[@Umar_1994_]

@@benlea19 in that case, 27 really isn't that bad 👍 Is there anything you find annoying about the car? and have you gotten used to the infotainment screens?

[@robertpowell7672]

How many MPG does it do by measuring at fill-up and miles done? Don't believe in car readout.

[@anthonystevens8683]

Nice review Tish. I think the number of slight negatives on this car add up enough to put me off. That UK steering wheel with the missing buttons. Too many touch controls would be another that just takes enough shine off the car but this seems to be the way other cars are going. I could just about live with the cheaper plastics though in this instance. The style of the car just looks a tad too angry for me, it's just a little over done. It's good to hear that it drives well once your fingers have had a dance on that touch screen requiring a glance two that needs taking your vision off the road. It's so close to being a great car and not just a good one but for me I'll be evaluating the alternatives when it comes to change.

[@MiniEggs1999]

Did you navigate with Apple Maps and did the driver display turn directions work ok or did they get stuck on recalculating? Thanks

[@AutoSocialUK]

I did use Apple maps for a few long journeys and had no problems at all

[@sak1339]

This VW brand is not sold in the USA. It does look like an interesting little hatchback. Nice review; thanks!

[@AutoSocialUK]

Yes it’s a shame that Cupra hasn’t reached America, I think it would do quite well

[@markansell5189]

How does it compare to the GTI Clubsport?

[@ArmaganDemiral]

7:37 by far my favourite part 😅😂

[@edmundhayes1840]

Looks like a great car. Is the volume slider thing finished in piano black?

[@AutoSocialUK]

Yep unfortunately so.

[@edmundhayes1840]

@@AutoSocialUK oh no. That doesn't seem like a great place to have it

[@afcgeo882]

Tish… I think what you don’t like about it (at least it’s what I don’t) is that it just isn’t as refined as the GTI. It’s a little too raw for what it is… like a bloke in a muscle shirt going to a pub. A pub isn’t a classy venue, but it just isn’t right. Cupras appeal to the 18 year-old bruised egos of 35 year-old men. You know, the ones that got in your way. I believe the DCC suspension exists in the Cupra because it utilizes the GTI Mk7 suspension. It is one of the ways VAG keeps the Seat and Škoda brands behind VW. You’ve mentioned how balanced it drives in Comfort mode. It’s what everyone said about the Mk7 and 7.5, and VW heard it. The GTI Mk8’s setting was patterned on it, and without adjustments it’s cheaper and more reliable.

[@ryanjones5594]

The cupra in fact uses the same DCC as the mk8 golf, they have however reworked the suspension geometry more aggressively than the golf

[@mickyeverton]

Great Review, Many Thanks!! Peace From London. 👍👍

[@AutoSocialUK]

Thank you for watching

[@match-fitlifestyle7828]

Great review 👍

[@kevinjohnson2528]

Hiya Tish, good review but if a brand spins off it really should grab you by the whatsits and shake your fillings. Maybe too old for all the talk of styling and electronics, but I did enjoy the brief POV at the end. Not a car for me. Thanks

[@AutoSocialUK]

Yes, I did somewhat forget the thrashing part 🤔 some more thrashing coming up in the next video!!

[@marksn4020]

Brilliant info on this video

[@tweez7817]

The i30N is not “very, very hard”. Maybe in full N mode (which is for track use, realistically) but just use custom N mode to knock back the suspension. But you’d know that, surely?

[@AutoSocialUK]

I loved the i30N but I genuinely found it a very hard right and I’m not the only one to think it. That’s what you want from a hot hatch really - the Cupra is just more accommodating for everyday life

[@MilchJake]

these arent the brembo brake. this is the standard 340mm brake

[@AutoSocialUK]

Yes apologies

[@andrewgreenwood2884]

I think I prefer the Megane that you reviewed. The Cupra just looks big and numb to me.

[@richardhargrave6082]

It looks OK, not great, the deal breaker is the way the infotainment/touch screen works Nice review again Tish

[@AutoSocialUK]

Thanks for watching Richard

[@michaelheadley2041]

Like to hear about the Cupra Born ⚡️

[@davidbirkinshaw5447]

Great videos but could you please review a Range Rover Velar please preferably Edition model

[@AutoSocialUK]

I’ll try and get my hands on one

[@markdennis7119]

Great video car content 7 stars 🌟 review

[@AutoSocialUK]

I really appreciate it Mark 😁😁😁

[@Lotus.F]

I totally agree with the presenter about being a performance hot hatch it should have a more aggressive grille design. Also, the C pillar design is ugly and dated, the best design is the rear end.

[@DrNitin14]

Great review. Why did they put the review camera there so dumb... Oh also the UK variant does not have the option for the drive modes on the steering wheel for reasons only known to Cupra. Also Brembo breakpads are not standard on the UK spec (not even customizable either) as it is in Europe. I ordered this car based off the glowing initial reviews of the European variant. This was meant be better than a gti clubsport. However, some reviewers say the UK spec also has different suspension too which is not as good as the EU spec (think it was auto trader in their long term review). So all round disappointed. UK has worse specs, worse alloy choices, worse brakes, worse drive mode interface and potentially worse suspension. Basically making it almost an entirely different model to the EU spec.

[@andym1908]

Good stuff 👏👍

[@AutoSocialUK]

Thank you!! 😁

[@Granville1991]

I want one now!

[@AutoSocialUK]

They’re a very good car!

[@alexdalgleish1061]

Shame can't get AWD as you'd have same power as revised Mark 7.5 Golf R.

[@nicknick4156]

There "are" 4 tailpipes, not there "is" 4 tailpipes 🤷

[@AutoSocialUK]

@@nicknick4156 hey Nick, have you got a video that you film, present and edit that I can take a look at to get tips?

[@butchmeister80]

It does not look as good as a golf or Audi is fugly, plus has the same engine that no doubt has same issues as in the older models !

[@mihai69stoian]

Formentor the best.....

[@AutoSocialUK]

Yes I would care to agree! Definitely looks cooler

[@r3games1985]

You don't know cars. Those are not Brembo's.

[@Loopyllu365]

Looks too much like the new ford focus

[@johnguidetti5839]

That's not a bad thing!

[@mustafasivridemir3322]

a very disgraceful and garbage car👎👎

[@AutoSocialUK]

For what reason?

[@mustafasivridemir3322]

Its engine is not long-lasting like mazda and honda, not handsome like audi mercedes benz 🤔

[@lolaledsham5508]

Not as long lasting as Mercedes’? Mazda? Honda? Audi????? I mean considering SEAT is owned by VAG (VW) and so is Audi and how everything under the bonnet is Volkswagen as it is under an Audi hood, cupra is just a change of styling and more power focused. So when you make a comment try not to be a hypocrite. LMFAO

[@mustafasivridemir3322]

not as legendary as audi rs6 or nissan GTR, like a spin-off of ww

[@ChrisplayThrough64]

@@mustafasivridemir3322 are you broken ?