HOW BAD IS A SEAT LEON CUPRA 300?!

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Calvin's Car Diary

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@CalvinsCarDiary
@CalvinsCarDiary 3 жыл бұрын
No video this coming Wednesday guys! 😱 Find out why on my Instagram tomorrow 🍿
@DJGamesHD
@DJGamesHD 3 жыл бұрын
He Calvin, what do you think of the Toyota starlet? The gt turbos, glanzas or just the non turbo ones?
@danielcuddihy4273
@danielcuddihy4273 3 жыл бұрын
Have you thought about a scirocco r I've got a 2017 face-lift model it doesn't have a virtual cockpit but it's front wheel drive and has dcc which it had before the new golf r. Its like driving a go kart great fun!
@stu24pot
@stu24pot 2 жыл бұрын
Hi mate Your actually reviewing my old car. I fitted all the Maxton design front splitter (which I also damaged on the same day fml lol), rear diffuser and rear spoiler and then I went resonated scorpion exhaust (couldn't deal with the drone) but I can see the next person got it deleted. It was a great car for a front drive hatch and different from the usual Audi S3 and VW R (plus cheaper to insure). The wheel hop was annoying but change of tyres sorted that out a bit... Good to see my old car being reviewed as I randomly come across your channel dude 👍🏾😎 (Edit) > I forgot to add that you get dcc (dynamic chassis control) as standard where VW and Audi is an option extra...
@royhillis3317
@royhillis3317 2 жыл бұрын
What I love about the cupra is that they are so subtle. If you didn't know what it was, you would think it was a normal car. Even the twin exhaust at the back isn't that extreme. It's a great sleeper which I like.
@Ryosaurus26
@Ryosaurus26 3 жыл бұрын
I went from an Audi S3 8v to Cupra 300 SC DSG.. much more exciting to drive, more drama, interior quality is still very good… the car has much more personality and seems to tick every box I think
@kmack5799
@kmack5799 3 жыл бұрын
This current trend of people wanting a "virtual cockpit" aka digital display, is or will be in all cars soon as its cheaper to manufacture as its nothing more than a configuarable screen or 'tablet' in the dash. In a few years, or sooner, people will look back in time at proper analogue dials with fond memories...
@timedestroyer92
@timedestroyer92 3 жыл бұрын
correct, i know a few people that work in the factory that make the ‘virtual cockpits’ for VW group, they cost bewtween 100-250 euro for the manufacturer to buy, depending on the car brand.
@NickG24
@NickG24 3 жыл бұрын
Very good point.
@D4N1011011
@D4N1011011 3 жыл бұрын
same in motorcycles
@disadadi8958
@disadadi8958 3 жыл бұрын
I think virtual one looks really good. Especially the new Leon has pretty clean look on one of the styles and I highly prefer it over the traditional dials.
@motomc6962
@motomc6962 2 жыл бұрын
Analog is always better
@arronlowley5659
@arronlowley5659 3 жыл бұрын
most underrated hatchback of its generation, i had a stage 3 running 440bhp, it did 100-200 in 7.7 seconds, 0.1 seconds slower than a stock 458 italia.
@SuperNovaHeights_
@SuperNovaHeights_ 3 жыл бұрын
MK7 golf gtd is better
@pjb9010
@pjb9010 3 жыл бұрын
@@SuperNovaHeights_ gtd?🤣
@SuperNovaHeights_
@SuperNovaHeights_ 3 жыл бұрын
@@pjb9010 what’s the problem!
@dreamcrusher112
@dreamcrusher112 3 жыл бұрын
@@SuperNovaHeights_ slow mate
@dgg2412
@dgg2412 3 жыл бұрын
@@SuperNovaHeights_ Diesel, I don’t think so!
@mrkunleashed5787
@mrkunleashed5787 3 жыл бұрын
It’s a great car to drive and it handles pretty good. Only issue is the police now use the estate version in some areas for undercover traffic control.
@yusufdomun303
@yusufdomun303 3 жыл бұрын
Nice , you can blend in 😂
@autozoomies
@autozoomies 2 жыл бұрын
there is a big police station near me where the road policing (from traffic cops) are, its always a struggle to remember not to race any cupra's near me
@blackmamba-to3dz
@blackmamba-to3dz 2 жыл бұрын
Leeds they have two golf rs and 3 135i. Not ser the golf rs for a while though
@real4183
@real4183 2 жыл бұрын
they got formentor 310bhp to
@oddities-whatnot
@oddities-whatnot Ай бұрын
Is that an issue ? Wouldnt be for me.
@80sBaby925
@80sBaby925 3 жыл бұрын
Leon's are decent having owned one for 3 years and now having the newer version. This time we went 1.4 DSG ehybrid 204ps. Cost £2 to charge as we got solar panels. Very torquey with the motors.
@meady200
@meady200 3 жыл бұрын
Solar panels have an original quite high outlay though, don't they? Should be factored into cost of charging if you're pedantic like me 😂
@80sBaby925
@80sBaby925 3 жыл бұрын
@@meady200 Usually yeh but got them free in 2011 😂😂. Eon was turning Nottingham Green. A certain amount generated goes back in the national grid.
@meady200
@meady200 3 жыл бұрын
@@80sBaby925 nice!!!!
@dreamcrusher112
@dreamcrusher112 3 жыл бұрын
@@meady200 panels pay themselves off over time. electric cars are a perfect use for them
@bencole4272
@bencole4272 2 жыл бұрын
£2 to charge the tiny hybrid battery? Why are you paying so much?
@Squidgen
@Squidgen 3 жыл бұрын
I’ve owned 2 cupra’s now. The 300 being the last. 100% loved it
@prometheustv2084
@prometheustv2084 3 жыл бұрын
Pile of shit car, ugly as hell trash interior and built quality, German cars all the way
@topman6525
@topman6525 3 жыл бұрын
@@prometheustv2084 youd love one tho. 😂🤣 jelous are kid.
@prometheustv2084
@prometheustv2084 3 жыл бұрын
@@topman6525 I got 17 plate bmw m140i stage 1 running 420bhp, why would want a pile of shit seat mate 🤣🤣🤣
@pb3382
@pb3382 3 жыл бұрын
@@prometheustv2084 1 Bit harsh is it not? I thought the way you were going on to that guy slating his car you were going to be flexing a twin turbo huracan or something, M140i 🤦🏻‍♂️ probably the second worst car ive owned, had it 3 months, absolutely shit. Humble yourself. 420bhp 🤣 no need to be a sausage to people. No need at all.
@williammoore557
@williammoore557 3 жыл бұрын
@@pb3382 please tell me why the m140i was the second worst car you owned? Also no hate here as I love the cupras and would love one in addition to my m140i.
@rossmale8715
@rossmale8715 3 жыл бұрын
I had one of these, pretty much identical. Amazing car for the money, better than a golf R IMO. Main issue is most are standard spec with no optional extras due to lease deals. If you can find one with extras they're worth there weight in gold.
@stichupman
@stichupman 3 жыл бұрын
Same with the golf mate not many have a decent spec because like you say they were all leased. My golf has a decent spec to be fair leather dsg and other bits.
@rossmale8715
@rossmale8715 3 жыл бұрын
@@stichupman yes mate your right,most of the ex lease golfs are around 14-16 plate as this was the time they were best priced. The Leon had crazy deals from around 2018 onward so he market is flooded with them now. Mine was £230 a month. Could barely get a Corsa for that now!
@stichupman
@stichupman 3 жыл бұрын
@@rossmale8715 someone must of specced my car well from new which is suprising. It is a nice car but it's got a fault at the moment only seems to be running fwd so haldex isnt working.
@rossmale8715
@rossmale8715 3 жыл бұрын
@@stichupman quite common that mate, I've known an S3 do the same. Haldex controller I think, water ingress the seals get worn
@stichupman
@stichupman 3 жыл бұрын
@@rossmale8715 need to get it looked at. Only noticed when I launched it the other day off the lights the tyres lit up until I let off basically and it was bone dry and its weraings ps4's as well. Looks common from what I've read. Haldex was serviced earlier this year as well.
@hydraflyer
@hydraflyer 3 жыл бұрын
I've got the 4WD version of this (Cupra ST 300) and it leave most things for dust they're definitely not bad cars. Just not as premium inside but with children anyway it doesn't bother me. Prefer harder plastics for durability
@phantom2k10
@phantom2k10 3 жыл бұрын
i can attest to this.Seen a couple stage 3 cupras that do some silly numbers and eat up big boy cars like the m5.Was driving up north the other day and couldn't even shake off one in my 240
@chriscringle9263
@chriscringle9263 3 жыл бұрын
Hey mate I seemed quite a few of the estate 4drive ones.. are they that quick. Similar to golf r? Surely a m140 would be a lot quicker. Be interesting to see them side by side
@hydraflyer
@hydraflyer 3 жыл бұрын
@@chriscringle9263 0-60 is 4.9 seconds stock or faster with a stage one tune. I think an m140i is only RWD? If so I think it would be pretty close between the cars, but if the cupra was mapped it would win. To be honest from driving mine within (what feels like seconds) you're already at triple digits so for road driving it's more than enough
@chriscringle9263
@chriscringle9263 3 жыл бұрын
@@hydraflyer bloody hell didn't realise that mate. What a cool car and it's an estate... Cheaper than a golf r as well. I. Seen the new shape one not as nice though unfortunately.
@olley1ify
@olley1ify 3 жыл бұрын
I've got a cupra with the bucket seats etc and I think it's well better quality inside than the golf 😯 can't bring myself to get rid of mine
@thatsbigdave
@thatsbigdave Жыл бұрын
I went for the cupra estate AWD and in my opinion it’s another level and for an estate it handles amazing in sport/cupra mode. I was getting 4.5 to 60mph in mine standard, mine is now running 430bhp and it’s a proper sleeper. Update as of 3rd August mine now running 500bhp
@fizzel5711
@fizzel5711 Жыл бұрын
How’s it holding up ? I’m thinking of going for the abt tuned version as prices have dropped …..
@Osajunior90
@Osajunior90 Жыл бұрын
What did you do for it to hit those numbers? Getting mine soon
@thatsbigdave
@thatsbigdave Жыл бұрын
@Osajunior90 Hi mate so this is the basics I did After market high flow exhaust Bigger Intercooler Large induction kit Hybrid Turbo ECU Remap stage 3 HPFP LPFP DSG software upgrade Then I added Bigger brakes, braided brake hoses etc
@dreamcrusher112
@dreamcrusher112 3 жыл бұрын
The last of the 300s get a virtual dash and all the 290s after get it as standard. I adore my Lux 290, best heated seats ever. Supremely moddable as well, I already know I'll be at 500bhp within a few years. These have appreciated like crazy as well - my Lux with 8k miles was 22K, worth close to 25 now.
@scott7010
@scott7010 3 жыл бұрын
Imo appreciated isnt the best fitting word mate. They’ve inflated due to the used car price bubble. When new cars are more readily available and the used prices deflate again, these will drop in price to 17/18k
@dreamcrusher112
@dreamcrusher112 3 жыл бұрын
@@scott7010 that deflation is going to take a very long time. Supply is so low and fleet cars are being kept longer that it will take years for the market to repopulate to pre-2020 levels, imo.
@scott7010
@scott7010 3 жыл бұрын
@@dreamcrusher112 true but I still don’t think appreciated is the correct word, just inflated
@Researcher83
@Researcher83 3 жыл бұрын
When it does happen though, the drop off will be grim, just over or just under 10k is my guess.
@scott7010
@scott7010 3 жыл бұрын
@@Researcher83 I can’t wait! Running my 1 series into the ground until the market comes down. I’ll probably snap a 290 black or 300 up when they reach 15/16k
@petewatson4093
@petewatson4093 3 жыл бұрын
I've owned both a Mk7 Golf R and a Cupra 300, I preferred the Cupra! The Golf was amazing but too capable and dare I say sterile! The Cupra was more nimble and more fun :) MQB Platform as you say so same engine, gearbox and more.
@cupra2Jock.
@cupra2Jock. 20 күн бұрын
Really? I drove my mates R multiple times and it feels a boat. I'd say it wasn't capable enough. Down my lanes, you can reach 127 in my Cupra, in the R i just broke 119 down a certain stretch after taking the corner onto it like the stig. I do not like the S3 or R only time they stay with me is off the lights lol
@MrKieranps1990
@MrKieranps1990 3 жыл бұрын
I've owned both a Golf and Leon both 2016, one major thing I did notice was noise in the cabin, the Leon was alot louder at motorway speed, I put new tyres on the leon but made no difference. Leons chassis is ALOT more fun
@jammydodgerman
@jammydodgerman 2 жыл бұрын
Got a grey 290 ST mapped to about 360bhp and with no external mods. I really like how understated it is, but I get why some people might want something more eye catching. When being sensible you can blend in, but as soon as you put your foot down you can leave most cars for dead xD
@S.ASmith
@S.ASmith 3 жыл бұрын
Seat Leon Cupra is the VAG Ford Focus ST - It's cheaper, FWD & offers something different. In my opinion, a hot hatch is better with FWD or RWD than 4WD. A rally homologation car is fine with 4WD (ie: Focus RS), but they're not the same sort of car.
@mattyburrows9059
@mattyburrows9059 3 жыл бұрын
4wd is better than any fwd in every single situation.. do you realize that the s3 and golf r are fwd until it slips and then the rear wheels kick in..its a different quattro system to the a4 a6 a8 and all the rest of them..its a haldex.
@redryanswheels7419
@redryanswheels7419 3 жыл бұрын
@@mattyburrows9059 understeer to hell
@mattyburrows9059
@mattyburrows9059 3 жыл бұрын
@@redryanswheels7419 all audis understeer.but fwd ones do it alot worse.or are you talking fwd cars in general..dont get me wrong the audi quatrro aint no mitishbushi or porsche 4wd system..the quattro looks rather poo when you compare it to them but i still dont get why you would have a fwd when you can have 4wd for a similar price
@peteramos6081
@peteramos6081 3 жыл бұрын
I hope it's not VAG's Focus lol Ford are Shit.
@youraveragejoe1
@youraveragejoe1 3 жыл бұрын
@@peteramos6081 do you think VW of today is better than Ford?!
@TheSqueak99
@TheSqueak99 3 жыл бұрын
I’ve a manual 17’ Octavia VRS combi petrol, it’s remapped and obv FWD. it’s making over 300hp and it’s a hoot. The FWD element combined with manual really makes it come alive compared to a robotic DSG 4WD Golf R.
@martinkerr2721
@martinkerr2721 2 жыл бұрын
i have Seat's after i first bought my first FR coupe love the drive handling everything about the cars ,now have the Cupra 300 and love it joy to drive
@paulbunce9019
@paulbunce9019 3 жыл бұрын
I have the estate awd Cupra, no traction issues, as fast as the Golf R and cheaper.
@wellingbadboy
@wellingbadboy 2 жыл бұрын
I completely agree. Cupra's are one seriously cool car. I've been owning them since 2004 and my current Cupra is my 8th one!
@purplecupra1653
@purplecupra1653 3 жыл бұрын
Banging cars to be fair. Mines running 537hp and does 100-200kmh in 6.60 seconds with a manual transmission. Very under rated cars which can destroy most things on the road
@nathanxsport
@nathanxsport 3 жыл бұрын
Must be that exhaust 😉
@purplecupra1653
@purplecupra1653 3 жыл бұрын
@@nathanxsport could be, 😏😏😏😏
@Buck3366
@Buck3366 3 жыл бұрын
One thing that bugged me on the 280/290/300 was it looked too subtle and no side skirts didn’t help.They look SO much more complete with some added. For looks though the Cupra R is awesome.
@neilooo1998
@neilooo1998 2 жыл бұрын
Agree on the Cupra R. What a stunner!
@MyUsername-qt5tr
@MyUsername-qt5tr Жыл бұрын
I simply just LOVE the Cupra! back in 2009 i was the lucky owner of a Leon 1P Cupra, which was an amazing model at that time, now i own a Leon 5F FR 1.8 tsi also with DSG, wonderful car, but not even close to the 5f Cupra 300
@richweston6202
@richweston6202 3 жыл бұрын
How random Calvin I was literally just looking at these at comparing them to Golf Rs! Great video thank you!
@CalvinsCarDiary
@CalvinsCarDiary 3 жыл бұрын
Perfect! 👌
@davidcupra4913
@davidcupra4913 3 жыл бұрын
Calvin that virtual cockpit wasn’t available until September 2018 on. So that was retro fitted and coded in. Also adaptive dampers are standard on the cupra and option on the golf. So that’s a bonus.
@freshjive818
@freshjive818 3 жыл бұрын
Always imagined these would feel quicker than the golf r once rolling as less drivetrain loss of power to the road, a friend once had a cupra (generation before) when they first came out 343bhp and it blew me away how quick it was, very underrated cars.
@TheYBGOON
@TheYBGOON 3 жыл бұрын
343 from a last gen cupra. That’s defo not stock.
@freshjive818
@freshjive818 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheYBGOON not stock it was modified but not alot was done to get to that power.
@jaytee29_
@jaytee29_ 3 жыл бұрын
What ever happened to Yours/Arthur’s Golf R that was crashed and then you bought back?
@CalvinsCarDiary
@CalvinsCarDiary 3 жыл бұрын
It’s still at the Bodyshop mate
@mathewnicholls5881
@mathewnicholls5881 2 жыл бұрын
I noticed mine used to wheel spin pretty bad in Cupra mode with Bridgestone potenzas on, I changed a while back to Michelin pilot sport 4s and I barely get any now 👌
@WPKSC
@WPKSC 3 жыл бұрын
Can’t fault the Leon Cupra’s. I had a 2005 Cupra R 225, one of the best point to point cars I’ve owed. Build quality wasn’t as good back then as the golf or Audi but god it was quick !! I’d have another one no problem 👍
@Gardenkeeper_247
@Gardenkeeper_247 3 жыл бұрын
I also had one of these bought it new in 2004, very first of the 225 versions. Fitted a magnex cat back and revo stage 2 tune, and a dog bone mount, I kept it for 6 years. was my first "real car" other than just standard model cars I'd messed around with. I think it'll always be my favourite car just through memory of the times I spent in it.
@kb8729
@kb8729 10 ай бұрын
I own a GTD, I test drove a Golf R today. I hated the drone from the DSG, the piano black inserts get easily scratched, the suede inserts on the seats get grubby, the wheel gets slick/smooth with wear - the interior of the GTD is FAR nicer. This has led me to look at manual Leon 300's. I like the look of the angled dash that looks much easier to use, the exhausts look better to me too. Now I just need to test drive one !!
@kevinmatthews4277
@kevinmatthews4277 3 жыл бұрын
I think for the sacrifice of 4wd and saving of 5K, these Cupra's are great value for money. They still handle very well (with premium tires) are good fun, powerful 🔥🔥 and lively! Great video Calvin 👌🏻
@pw3591
@pw3591 2 жыл бұрын
Nice car, but I don't see the point in having all that power that you cant put down. I hate that front wheel drive scrabbling for grip, at least with rear wheel drive you can have some fun with "excess" power. But I'd go for the Golf R every time over that.
@Green-er7lz
@Green-er7lz 3 жыл бұрын
Got a 290 in July absolutely love it. Looking to get a dogbount mount insert installed soon and should eliminate 90% of the wheel hop
@Alzak2007
@Alzak2007 3 жыл бұрын
Think you forgot to add Seat Cupra comes with DCC suspension as standard, I think this is something around £2k option on golf...
@stevenmassey3369
@stevenmassey3369 3 жыл бұрын
I have the cupra st (estate) 300 also a fantastic car and has the 4wd and arguably better looking than the golf r estate
@johnsonjohn78
@johnsonjohn78 Жыл бұрын
I have a 2023 cupra Leon, love it love it love it, such an underrated underdog car
@ItsDanLatham
@ItsDanLatham 3 жыл бұрын
I'm on my second, love it but must admit the 300 is a much better car overall than the newer 290 with all the GPF gubbins. Much overlooked cars, and I always felt like its more characterful to drive , although a little less useful as a daily than the Golf R's I've driven. These also come with way more as standard than the audi/vw (alcantara, DCC suspension, 19" alloys) which represents good value. I've worked with SEAT media UK recently and reviewed the new 2022 mk4 version of this, and found the power delivery and wheel hop to be much better, and the steering to be much more dialed in than in these mk3.5 models.
@anthonymeek4248
@anthonymeek4248 Жыл бұрын
Did your 300 have a 6 or 7 speed dsg? If you could give a comparison that be interesting. Feel like I’m trading no gbf vs more modern, lower rpms on motorway.
@Jonsk111
@Jonsk111 10 ай бұрын
Why less useful as a daily? Gets better mpg because no awd
@ItsDanLatham
@ItsDanLatham 10 ай бұрын
@@Jonsk111 because if you stamp on it in most conditions they don’t grip. And they’re absolutely rubbish in show and ice. For most people this won’t matter - but for some it can make it a better daily driver. Can’t say I’ve noticed much real world MPG difference. I have a Quattro audi now with the same engine!
@Jonsk111
@Jonsk111 10 ай бұрын
@@ItsDanLatham I live in finland so I can safely say I know what winter is.. I have mainly driven fwd cars without any issues. We just use proper winter tyres 😅
@ItsDanLatham
@ItsDanLatham 10 ай бұрын
@@Jonsk111 This is the problem in the UK - we only have about a week of snow so nobody buys winter tyres. So AWD owners are the ones that can make it out whilst FWD owners are stuck! I mostly like the AWD for the easy power delivery.
@MrFoxxRaven
@MrFoxxRaven 3 жыл бұрын
I picked one up from a customer once and was actually surprised when I put my foot down. Actually took me by surprise.
@CalvinsCarDiary
@CalvinsCarDiary 3 жыл бұрын
Same for me. Quality car 👌
@wts.9
@wts.9 3 жыл бұрын
I’ve currently got a 290, brilliant car 👌
@6956david1
@6956david1 3 жыл бұрын
Me too, got the 2020 version and i absolutely love it🤩
@guysharp2513
@guysharp2513 3 жыл бұрын
Forgot about the Golf GTI TCR Calv?
@ackaz_
@ackaz_ 3 жыл бұрын
Picked up one of these back in August. Smashing car, VERY underestimated and not in the limelight.
@Matt-go7ss
@Matt-go7ss 3 жыл бұрын
Most of these cupras were leased cus they had really good lease deals on them at the time. My mate had one. Fast as f*ck a s not as stolen
@richboy900
@richboy900 3 жыл бұрын
Stunning looking car. And coming from a golf fan.
@robloxfan4271
@robloxfan4271 3 жыл бұрын
the leon is basicly a cheaper golf with diffrent badges and sportier looks yet alone more tech
@Drive-n-Vibe
@Drive-n-Vibe 3 жыл бұрын
It is a Golf mate. Not exactly surprising you like it.
@leonjonesuk3521
@leonjonesuk3521 3 жыл бұрын
@@robloxfan4271 better then a golf
@AndreasHamberg
@AndreasHamberg 3 жыл бұрын
Been driving Cupras since 2010, just got the new model and loving it! Bacially you’re paying Kia Ceed money to drive a Audi S3. What’s not to like?
@JohnSmith-ws1dp
@JohnSmith-ws1dp 3 жыл бұрын
Faaaar from an s3 i tell you that. nowhere near as refined and the quality is pants
@AndreasHamberg
@AndreasHamberg 3 жыл бұрын
@@JohnSmith-ws1dp I’ve driven them both and can tell you Cupra has pretty much the same interior. Most of the parts literally come from the same factory.
@olley1ify
@olley1ify 3 жыл бұрын
@@JohnSmith-ws1dp the quality in the new s3 and golf r is shite for the price. Rather have the cupra
@StephenButlerOne
@StephenButlerOne 2 жыл бұрын
The best one is the estate version with AWD.
@jamesWilliams-pg4ye
@jamesWilliams-pg4ye 2 жыл бұрын
Had one for 2 years and done 40k in it, best car I've had to date. Easily get 40 mpg... could get 45 with a little care on a long drive.
@Thomasmoney96
@Thomasmoney96 Жыл бұрын
Are these mpg figures with the 6 speed dsg or the 7 speed dsg?
@jamesWilliams-pg4ye
@jamesWilliams-pg4ye Жыл бұрын
@@Thomasmoney96 with the 7 speed dsg.
@Thomasmoney96
@Thomasmoney96 Жыл бұрын
@@jamesWilliams-pg4ye that's helpful to know, thank you! Do you find that the GPF affects the exhaust sound very much?
@ahmedhussain9686
@ahmedhussain9686 3 жыл бұрын
Hello Calvin where’s your blue golf r the one u got off aurther we need content off it
@CalvinsCarDiary
@CalvinsCarDiary 3 жыл бұрын
It’s still at the body shop mate. Sounds like they’re almost done with it. I’ll get a video up as soon it’s repaired.
@DSCMBOBULTD
@DSCMBOBULTD 3 жыл бұрын
Way more fun to drive and more engaging than S3/R
@TurkishBenAirsoft
@TurkishBenAirsoft 3 жыл бұрын
Cupras are awesome cars. Ive got a mk2 Cupra almost ready for stage 2 plus. Going to go big turbo in the new year.
@jamesgale7519
@jamesgale7519 Жыл бұрын
I recently put Good Year Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 tyres on mine and it grips so much better now, I don't think I've noticed the traction light since, really good tyres!
@monsterrguide9783
@monsterrguide9783 2 жыл бұрын
Had an FR before buying a Cupra 300 and I am in love with it!
@stevestevesteve946
@stevestevesteve946 3 жыл бұрын
you should try the estate 300, it has 4wheel drive :)
@tgslash
@tgslash 3 жыл бұрын
Had a 290 black for 3 years now still love it
@GreatHealer.
@GreatHealer. 2 жыл бұрын
Cockpit and the 8" Mib2 head Unit were retrofitted, 67 few years out for those mods
@jrobin4708
@jrobin4708 3 жыл бұрын
Please turn that switch away from heated mirrors before the glue heats up and your mirror glass falls off 😬 👍🏼
@level5822
@level5822 3 жыл бұрын
That only happens on the GTi
@jrobin4708
@jrobin4708 3 жыл бұрын
@@level5822 Oh no it doesn’t
@lukeoverthere555
@lukeoverthere555 3 жыл бұрын
This happend to me 2 weeks after getting my r 🤣🤣
@olley1ify
@olley1ify 3 жыл бұрын
Ran mine for 4 years no issue
@jammydodgerman
@jammydodgerman 2 жыл бұрын
I've left mine on heated for a good year and a half non stop with no problems?
@robcarroll5628
@robcarroll5628 9 ай бұрын
Hi Calvin. Are the vw polo gti + a solid reliable bombproof car? Does solid red paint cars fade and peel over time? Plz shave mate, you look ten years older with the beard!!!
@sam-dn9hr
@sam-dn9hr 3 жыл бұрын
My Seat Arona FR sport has the virtual cockpit but only has a 1.0 tsi engine but Im happy with it and did look at the Leon Cupra in the showroom :)
@colinw1591
@colinw1591 3 жыл бұрын
Like the Cupra, but with that stage 1 tune, it looked too much for that front wheel drive chassis assuming the tyres weren't shot. That would drive me nuts......
@olley1ify
@olley1ify 3 жыл бұрын
Better tyres and the dog bone sorted on it and it will put the power down for sure
@StefanP742
@StefanP742 7 ай бұрын
I've got a stage 1 cupra 300 with 370bhp, fitted a dogbone mount, decent tyres and actually controlling the throttle there is no issues whatsoever tbh. Mugs off a lot of cars on the road that don't expect it😂
@Nurwin1
@Nurwin1 2 ай бұрын
Is it not the same 2.0 engine in a Golf R or an S3?
@liambrennan2605
@liambrennan2605 3 жыл бұрын
Very underrated car handle fantastic with Ps4s on
@JMG_vRS
@JMG_vRS 3 жыл бұрын
I want to hpi check my car but I really don’t want to incase I see it’s got something outstanding or written off🥲
@johnmitchell2269
@johnmitchell2269 3 жыл бұрын
The older Cupra R Seats had a bit of character with those 20 valve engines and curvy styling but imo the modern ones are dull as dishwater. Just too bland now.
@liamholcroft7212
@liamholcroft7212 3 жыл бұрын
is that not the same story with every modern car? they might drive well, and have decent tech, but i think cars have lost their character in recent years.
@DJHAFTAH
@DJHAFTAH 3 жыл бұрын
More fun whipping Porsches when it's stage 3
@nickbea3443
@nickbea3443 3 жыл бұрын
The Cupra will also have a front E diff (Haldex) and probably the adaptive 3 way electric suspension. 360 lbft @ 2800 through front wheels is always going to be a difficult relationship but Michelin PS 4S tyres seem to be the better option to limit the squirreliness
@h4ckantrieb950
@h4ckantrieb950 3 жыл бұрын
The cupra 3/5 door Versions have a lsd actually the estate Version has a haldex
@yajohny
@yajohny 3 жыл бұрын
@@h4ckantrieb950 estate 280/290 versions have also e-LSD.
@almas09
@almas09 3 жыл бұрын
Had the 300 myself, great car!
@RBcymru
@RBcymru 3 жыл бұрын
Is it 4 wheel drive? If not its not the same as a Golf R or Audi S3.
@R_RPerformance
@R_RPerformance 3 жыл бұрын
Is there an update on Arthur’s golf R or have I missed it?? If I haven’t missed anything I can’t wait to see it back on the road
@MarineEngineerHarry
@MarineEngineerHarry 2 жыл бұрын
You need to compare the GTI clubsport. Same power and FWD
@aaronjermy645
@aaronjermy645 3 жыл бұрын
Has a different back box aswell and virtual cockpit is optional extra I have a estate 4drive always wanted to know what my options are worth
@aaronjermy645
@aaronjermy645 3 жыл бұрын
Get the estate and you get the 4 wheel drive :)
@aaronjermy645
@aaronjermy645 3 жыл бұрын
Also cupra have adaptive suspension stock golf r don't
@1971supergaz
@1971supergaz 3 жыл бұрын
mate just got a fabia vrs 1.4 vrs mk2 petrol put a full stainless steel exhaust system plus Power flow air filter... More to do next year... you need to get one of these on your channel
@thomasmorley4966
@thomasmorley4966 3 жыл бұрын
Traction is terrible in a fwd Curpra coming into winter. Summer time is a different story. I bought a 290 pre-face lift estate, brand new in 2016. Been a faultless, reliable family car, with a surprising amount of boot space and the ability to cover lots of ground very fast in relative comfort. Mine stays in comfort mode all the time.
@neilooo1998
@neilooo1998 3 жыл бұрын
Do you not put the car into Cupra mode at all? Agree with most of what you have said but surely you must flip the switch for a bit fun 🤷‍♂️
@thomasmorley4966
@thomasmorley4966 3 жыл бұрын
@@neilooo1998 I keep it in dynamic where I selected everything how I like and I omit the terrible artificial sound that comes through the sound system in cupra mode. The clutch and brakes on the cupra can only take so much fun, so now I drive a little more conservatively so I don't destroy my wife's daily
@cupra2Jock.
@cupra2Jock. 20 күн бұрын
Mines a manual, the 280/90/300 all have the same HP it's a sales tactic to sell more cars at a higher price. Dunno if mine is mapped, it smokes S5's - C43s - stage 1 540i - stage 2 cupra DSG wasn't pulling that hard on me, through the corners it just doesn't loose grip. I think mines an alien or my driving is a gift from God...I'd go with the latter personally😂
@stevejohnny1111
@stevejohnny1111 2 жыл бұрын
Hey what's that HPI app or website called? I didn't know you could get the optional extras list
@gooner44eva
@gooner44eva 3 жыл бұрын
Just got myself a 1.4 Leon FR...not Cupra levels but was what I could get in my budget. Who knows, Cupra next.. Inside it doesn't feel the best, but for price comparison against its rivals, definitely worth it.
@markhill2173
@markhill2173 3 жыл бұрын
I have had and 1.4 FR (150) ACT Estate for 2 years now and it's a brilliant car. Obviously not Cupra levels like you say but goes well enough and does 50MPG without really trying.
@neilohagan4820
@neilohagan4820 3 жыл бұрын
VAG have done some job with Seat and Skoda range, all cars you want to own.
@fasteee
@fasteee 2 жыл бұрын
What tune at the start ? Class !
@thewho9112
@thewho9112 3 жыл бұрын
Offers something different to the S3 and R - wheelspin Estate is 4wd if you want a better one.
@creamsoda5492
@creamsoda5492 3 жыл бұрын
Just came across your channel. Really like your car insights, tests and background knowledge. Looking forward to binge-watching your previous episodes and all your future ones too!
@TomWxm
@TomWxm 3 жыл бұрын
I bought a Scirocco R for value & FWD, I reckon it’s more fun than the AWD Competitors.
@MegaDboy7
@MegaDboy7 3 жыл бұрын
Best looking VW
@TomWxm
@TomWxm 3 жыл бұрын
@@MegaDboy7 I think so too 😆
@MegaDboy7
@MegaDboy7 3 жыл бұрын
@@TomWxm really wanted one but went with a GTI for the practicality
@kevinisaac9139
@kevinisaac9139 3 жыл бұрын
Great video Calvin 👍
@coastalrider1155
@coastalrider1155 3 жыл бұрын
Just popped on to see when are you doing a e46 video been ages waiting
@stevenvater8720
@stevenvater8720 Жыл бұрын
The power upgrade will cost a ton of money in tyres over a period. The way that put it's power down.
@Topman-99
@Topman-99 3 жыл бұрын
I know you haven’t seen them but I’ve commented so many times asking you to buy and review a Cupra Leon 😫😫😂😂. I’m so glad you’ve done it now, always wanted to know what you thought of them.
@matthewgodfrey5292
@matthewgodfrey5292 2 жыл бұрын
You weren't looking down at ya phone doing the drag lol
@robertking6753
@robertking6753 2 жыл бұрын
Have a good weekend, great content
@ahmedmattan1507
@ahmedmattan1507 3 жыл бұрын
Do they come with ACC like the golf ?
@bigmac5217
@bigmac5217 3 жыл бұрын
Evening chief Would there be any merchandise coming of your ccd logo like the turbo d? Sweatshirts t-shirts etc? Regards Mark
@PedroPony97
@PedroPony97 3 жыл бұрын
Hello Calvin, could you do a video on cars that are CAT cars and what to look out for on them and if you should be put off buying them please? Thanks
@19BATMAN7
@19BATMAN7 3 жыл бұрын
Calvin any news about the m3 touring, update please🤔
@Jonathan-ww8un
@Jonathan-ww8un 3 жыл бұрын
Loving the videos as always my man! Would be interested to see what tyres this thing is running up front- PS4's are a popular 'mod' and do seem to give a lot more grip from the standard's from factory. The dogbone mount helps alot as well
@leet7031
@leet7031 3 жыл бұрын
Why are ps4's rated so much? My stage 1 cr170 2 0tdi spins in second gear with the ps4 tyres but with landsail 588 tyres it dont? 😔😅
@Jonathan-ww8un
@Jonathan-ww8un 3 жыл бұрын
@@leet7031 Absolutely no idea matey - sorry! My guess would be a potential difference in tyre pressures?
@leet7031
@leet7031 3 жыл бұрын
@@Jonathan-ww8un honestly exactly the same , unless I've got fake ones Haha honestly them ls588 landsail tyres are unreal for the money set of 4 in 235 35 19 £240!
@dreamcrusher112
@dreamcrusher112 3 жыл бұрын
@@leet7031 My goodyear eagle f1s were 270 for the same size for 2 - as good as ps4 but 1mm extra tread and £50 cheaper. think michelins are a bit hyped atm. On contis I got the most horrendous wheel hop because too much power for the tyres.
@mauriceperry2165
@mauriceperry2165 2 жыл бұрын
@@leet7031 I can only speak from my experience. With Pirelli p6000's - wheel bounce. With dog bone upgrade - less wheel bounce. With dog bone upgrade and Ps4 - no wheel bounce, unless it's wet. Massive massive upgrade the Ps4's and I thought it was just fan boy forum sh*t!
@stephenboodle4555
@stephenboodle4555 3 жыл бұрын
Congratulations on the marriage Calvin.. been watching you since lock down...top bloke..wishing you all the best..👌
@ppppppp146
@ppppppp146 Жыл бұрын
Witch dsg to pick, the 2018 6 speed of rthe 7 sped 2019/
@JMG_vRS
@JMG_vRS 3 жыл бұрын
Now you’ve done the 67 plate cupra you should review my 67 plate Octavia with the same engine and similar mileage and spec see which you prefer
@a1_jdm270
@a1_jdm270 3 жыл бұрын
Some people get them retrofitted, not always standard
@garethedwards2883
@garethedwards2883 3 жыл бұрын
Looks great and goes well but maybe a bit too much power for a FWD car, that is why the Golf R is another £5 for the 4WD not to sure I would pay that though.
@HorseMeal
@HorseMeal Жыл бұрын
Go for Cupra estate, 4drive as standard and still cheaper than a golf R
@saajidl20
@saajidl20 3 жыл бұрын
I have this in midnight blue. Love the drive
@peternickson2715
@peternickson2715 3 жыл бұрын
Would you be willing to sell?
@MegaMongo09
@MegaMongo09 3 жыл бұрын
Cupra’s are considerably cheaper on insurance for me as a young driver too compared to m140i’s and Golf R’s etc
@krisg822
@krisg822 3 жыл бұрын
really? i had a Golf R and i paid less insurance for it than for a FWD Cupra 290ST, bcoz a 4WD car is less likely to crash...
@relaycampervan
@relaycampervan 3 жыл бұрын
Great looking cars, you can the the estate (ST) with 4 drive.... that is a good value car!
@HarryG98
@HarryG98 3 жыл бұрын
Whats the app you use for thr HPI check?
@jatt9116
@jatt9116 3 жыл бұрын
Hi calvin whats the app called that tells you the car specification
@cwtv8962
@cwtv8962 3 жыл бұрын
Cupra's are great and less common than the S3 and Golf R. I've got a MK1 Cupra R 225 and its brilliant. Starting to get rare on the roads now as well.
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