“The sparkling SEAT is a breath of fresh air”, said Auto Express’s Dawn Tennant this week as she took delivery of the magazine’s latest long-term test car, a SEAT Ibiza ST 1.2 TSI Sport.
“In addition to practical supermini estate credentials, the car has genuinely eye-catching styling – particular the bold slashes in the flanks. Plus, our model’s £145 optional 17-inch alloy wheels provide even greater kerbside appeal.”
Tennant singled out the Ibiza ST’s “load-lugging ability” for particular praise. “On a recent golf trip, my partner easily stowed two sets of clubs in the spacious 430-litre boot,” she said. “Better still, folding the rear bench flat frees up a maximum 1,164 litres of carrying capacity – a figure that matches models from the class above.
“It’s got only a handful of miles under its belt, but already the powerplant’s smooth and eager nature is impressing anyone who climbs behind the Ibiza’s wheel. I look forward to stretching the Ibiza’s legs on some long trips.”
