SEAT IBL

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SEAT IBL
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Overview
Manufacturer SEAT
Production2011 (Concept Car)
Designer Alejandro Mesonero-Romanos
Body and chassis
Class Mid Size (D)
Body style 4 door saloon
Dimensions
Length4,670 mm (183.9 in)
Width1,850 mm (72.8 in)

The SEAT IBL is a concept car which was first shown at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show by Spanish car manufacturer SEAT. [1] It is a four-door saloon that was intended to showcase the styling of future SEAT models, [2] and featured a plug in hybrid powertrain. [3] The design was expected to influence the next generation Exeo, which never made it to production however. [4] The IBL was displayed with 20-inch alloy wheels.

Rear view Seat IBL (rear side quarter).jpg
Rear view

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References

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