For being Volkswagen’s answer to Alfa Romeo (in theory at least), the Germans are sure taking their time to enhance Seat’s lineup with the most potent engines currently available in the group.
Take the Ibiza Sports Tourer (ST) for instance. In Germany, the small station wagon is offered with three petrol units: a 70HP 1.2-liter three-pot, an 85HP 1.4L and a 105HP 1.2-liter TSI, and three diesels: a 75HP 1.2 TDI, a 90HP 1.6 TDI and a 105HP 1.6 TDI.
But better late than never as Seat is preparing an FR version of the Ibiza ST fitted with the same 1.4-liter TSI turbocharged petrol engine with 150-horsepower found in the hatchback model.
The undisguised prototype captured by our scoop photographers features the FR logo up front as well as larger alloy wheels shod in lower profile tires and visible twin tailpipes at the back.
There’s a good chance Seat may also introduce a more aggressive looking version under the Bocanegra nameplate inspired by last year’s prototype shown at the 2010 Wörthersee GT festival.
Look for the Ibiza ST FR at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show in September.
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