hybrid

  1. BringBackClimateButtons

    Model Year 23/24 Engine Software Update?

    Hello, I have recently bought a Cupra Formentor 1.4 e hybrid 245hp 2024 model. Really like the car (coming from a GTI 7.5) except for the fantastic climate control and its amazing backlit technology... My question here is does anyone know anything about Engine Software Updates? Should they...
  2. disappointed_cupra_owner

    2021 Cupra Leon 1.4 e HYBRID - Error in the electric drive system

    Does anyone have any suggestions I bought this vehicle in January 2024, used, with 1856 miles on the clock, now 14,500 miles. A week ago, I was driving along at approx. 30mph (about 3 miles into my journey) and suddenly goes into neutral, I push it back into drive whilst moving, it goes back...
  3. SK3

    Cupra Leon 245 Hybrid battery degradation

    Hello all, I have recently purchased a 2021 Cupra Leon Hybrid 245. It has a 13kWh (12.8kWh usable) battery. I have been looking to find out how much the battery has degraded since new. The solution I have tried is by using an OBD11 and tracking the “High voltage / Hybrid Battery history data 1”...
  4. charging cable: connected and unlocked

    I have a 2021 Seat Leon PHEV. The car doesn't lock the charger when plug in and therefore not charging. The white light is on by the car charging port before plugging it in and once plugged in the light just goes off (no colours) and doesn't lock in place. The car knows the cable is plugged in...
  5. Sivva

    Model Year 24/25 Weird sound while icon A in circle displaying (recovering energy) Cupra Formentor 1,5 etsi facelift

    Hey, I’m going to present you something what really makes me worried. I was in dealership but they claimed that everything is okay and nothing to worry about. I will skip the fact that they told me during my car’s visit it didn’t happen what is more weird because when I use it it happens always...
  6. Struchka12

    upra Leon eHybrid 245 - Faulty Coolant Temperature Sensor

    Hi everyone, I’m looking for advice and feedback on a situation with my Cupra Leon eHybrid 245hp. About 2 weeks ago, I received a warning: “e-Drive is not working correctly, please visit service.” (Photo attached.)I took the car to the official Cupra service center, where they performed...
  7. xmoshu

    Formentor VZ Hybrid - weird sound at cold start

    Hello! I have the car for about 1 month and today when i started it in the garage a clicking sound or more like tapping sound was clearly audible (1.4 engine). Is it normal ? After a few minutes the sound fades away, also while the sound is present if i accelerate the car the sound also stops...
  8. Seat/Cupra Leon 1.4 eHybrid - Long Commute/Distance MPG

    Hello, I am currently looking at one of the new Seat/Cupra Leon 1.4 eHybrid cars, and wanted to know if anyone is able to confirm what the actual MPG for this is on longer commutes/journeys? My commute to work is around a 85 mile round-trip, with 70% of it being motorway. I would only be...
  9. Ibiza Bocanegra - Venom K03 - Unicorn Tuned - Daily/Track Toy

    Hi All, Hope your all well Not posted on here in a long time, I think the last time I did I was considering going Hybrid with my Boc, Thread title kind of gives away what's happened since.... So the ol girl is still heathy and running sweet while the remaining few hundred other's keep dropping...
  10. Cgd1805

    Leon phev question

    Hi All, just received my Leon plug in hybrid a couple of days ago and I’ve read on reviews it’s supposed to start in e mode when it’s started up. When I start my car up the petrol engine always comes on first. If I immediately turn it off and and on again it’ll start e mode as it’s supposed to...
  11. K04 Hybrid without remap?

    Greetings, soon upgrading the Cupra to K04 Hybrid with full fi 76 exhaust R32 style, do I need to remap the car ASAP or I can drive it like this for some time until I fit all the other stuff(rs4 valve,FMIC,HPFP etc...). Will the ECU complain and is there a danger of blowing the piston if the...
  12. Kirky

    More 2020 Cupra spy shots with ST

    A few more pics of the new 2020 Cupra and it's ST brother. 2 interesting ones where the new ST is parked near the current ST. https://www.carbuyer.co.uk/news/168737/2021-cupra-leon-hot-hatchback-and-estate-spotted
  13. CupraRacer

    400 HP - 600 HP UPGRADE Turbocharger LM440 IS38 LM500 LM575 Hybrid

    Hi Cupra Guys, I have installed and tested lots of IS38 upgrade turbochargers for Seat Leon MK3 Cupra (280 / 300 Year 2014 - 2020): Technical background of IS38 Turbochargers: https://kolbenkraft-tuning.com/ Here some experiences:
  14. Breaking 2005 for pd130 help

    Hey guys and girls wondered if I could Have some sort of help from you lot I'm about to break my seat ibiza and im not sure of the prices of things obviously depending on the condition,, I have a gt1856vlk turbo with a seat sport fmic, 2.5 miltek down pipe the boost pipes, a triple skin head...
  15. MK1 Cupra R Hybrid Turbo

    hi need some advise on where to get a k04 hybrid turbo and how much they are? looking at a venom hybrid turbo they seem good and are a good price
  16. ToledoNorthEat

    Hybrid options - experts please!

    Hi Guys and Gals, I know a few people on here have had some excellent results with GT1749VA-B turbos from a 130 on a 110 so I know that is probably the way to go. Q1: Is the standard turbo on a 110 ASV is even worth hybriding? Q2: Got my eye on some bigger injectors, what kind of fuel...
  17. Ibiza Cupra 1.8T - Plans Hybrid

    Hi all, I have recently bought the MK4 Ibiza 1.8T Cupra 180 bhp, and now I want to start modifying it. My aim is to achieve 250-260bhp. I lack knowledge on this topic, so feel free to share your opinions on the subject. To achieve 250 hp, I feel the best option would be to get the standard...
  18. Hybrid turbo - confused.com!!! pls help

    hi sorry if you've got this thread already; damn security software kicked me out and not sure if my post went on!!!! added to this; I'm new at this so not sure if this question has already been answered (sorry!) anyway, i have a leon1.9tdi cupra 160pd and am looking to upgrade the turbo...
  19. CupraElliott

    ko4 fitment tip for hybrid

    Is it the LCR TIP I need rather than the standard Leon Cupra TIP because I think this one use's a ko3 and the LCR a K04? Thanks.
  20. lynchy

    cupra 180 hybrid build/guide thread

    just playing with the idea of going down this route, any guides about? parts needed and so on.. thanks
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