Seat Leon Cupra Gen3 2.0 TSI – Stage 2+

The new Seat Leon Cupra Gen3/MQB is one twisted car. Just look at it. We are speechless: Massive torque gains, massive power gains with minimal modifications. The car tested was a 2016 model, with the latest software update available from Seat.

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We thought it would be nice to put that IS38 turbo to the test and see what it can really do when pushed properly.


Upgrade specifications

  • 98+ RON fuel (even better fuel quality will not hurt it)
  • Upgraded downpipe
  • Stage 2+ ECU remap
  • DSG gearbox remap strongly recommended

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Performance results

  • Maximum horsepower: 385 whp (276 whp measured stock), gains 109wHp
  • Maximum torque: 60 Kgm (36 Kgm measured stock), gains 24 Kgm
  • 100-200km/h acceleration time: 9.0 sec

Shoutouts to MaxTuning!