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Seat has announced the Leon Cross Sport high performance crossover, powered by a 300hp Cupra drivetrain with added off-road capability.

“The Leon family is not only incredibly successful, but also exceptionally multi-faceted. With the Leon Cross Sport, we are testing out a new idea – the performance of the Cupra with the many possibilities offered by an all-road vehicle, said Jürgen Stackmann, chairman of the executive committee at Seat.

“The Leon Cross Sport is therefore a perfect match for the brand and for a young, multi-faceted lifestyle. And, as a compact two-door, this crossover fits well into the urban jungle.”

The SEAT Leon Cross Sport takes its performance from the recently uprated Leon Cupra 290. The two-litre engine generates 300ps, as well as being capable of propelling it from 0 to 62 mph in 4.9 seconds. 

The car adds an additional 41 millimetres greater ground clearance, and 19-inch wheels with a two-tone finish. The vehicle is fitted with Haldex permanent all-wheel-drive.

Safety features include Adaptive cruise control with Front Assist, traffic sign recognition and lane keeping assistance.