SEAT

Worldwide deliveries developed better than overall market

Wolfsburg, 21 July 2008 - The Volkswagen Group delivered 3.27 million vehicles worldwide (+5.8 percent) from January to June 2008, the highest figure ever for the first six months of a year. Group worldwide deliveries in June also reached a new record: compared with the same period last year, the number of vehicles delivered rose by 2.4 percent to 573,000. As a result, the development of deliveries by the Group both for the period January to June and for the month of June was significantly better than developments on the overall market (+1 percent from January to June and -5.1 percent in June).

Highlights:
- Delivery record despite deteriorating economic conditions in auto sector

Sporty and full of emotion

The new 2008 SEAT Ibiza SportCoupé raises the bar of sportiness on SEAT's newest model, combining impressive, vanguard exterior design with exceptional dynamic qualities and a wide range of engine options, which now includes the efficient 80 hp 1.4 and 90 hp 1.9 diesel versions. In addition, with a seven-speed DSG transmission making its debut in this segment, the Ibiza range now features a technical innovation that provides it with greater response and excellent driving comfort.

2008 SEAT Ibiza SportCoupé

Highlights:
# New sportier coupé body
# New seven-speed DSG gearbox for the first time in this segment
# Five stars after stringent Euro NCAP testing

2.7 Million vehicles delivered worldwide – increase of 6.6 percent

Wolfsburg, 26 June 2008 - The Volkswagen Group sold 2.69 million vehicles worldwide from January to May 2008. This represents an increase of 6.6 percent compared with the same period last year and is yet another new delivery record. Group deliveries increased by 2.0 percent to 553,400 vehicles in May. As a result, the development of deliveries by the Group was significantly better than developments on the world market, where deliveries were down 2.9 percent in May and up 2.3 percent for the period January to May.

2008 Bentley Brooklands coupé

Competing In The B-Segment

Martorell, 20-06-2008 -- SEAT’s new saloon car will be called “EXEO”. Its market launch that is scheduled for 2009 marks a new highlight in the history of the Spanish brand, which is expanding its model range towards new segments. The SEAT EXEO is an elegant, dynamic saloon with high quality and outstanding technology that faithfully reflects SEAT’s personality – design, sportiness and liveliness.

Highlights:
- In addition to the saloon, there will be a family version
- To be wholly manufactured at the Martorell plant

The name EXEO is advanced, forceful and technological, which signals excellence and is highly suggestive of driving pleasure.

Martorell, Spain, 28-05-2008 -- The new SEAT Ibiza received an excellent rating after the stringent crash tests organised by the prestigious Euro NCAP organisation – 5 stars in passenger protection, 4 stars in child safety and 3 stars in pedestrian protection. Officially released today, this result places the Spanish model in a privileged position, scoring it as one of the safest cars of its segment.

2008 SEAT Ibiza earns 5 stars from EuroNCAP

The 85 hp SEAT Ibiza 1.4 16V Reference was chosen for the tests. Since the equipment level is different in every country, Euro NCAP selects the unit with the minimum level of standard safety equipment for its testing.

Applying Innovative Technology In Cars

Martorell, 29-05-2008 -- Fewer road accidents, greater traffic efficiency and safer, more comfortable motoring are the objectives of the eCar Project jointly developed by the SEAT Technical Centre and Telefónica España through the application of Information and Communication Technologies in cars.

SEAT and Telefónica contribute towards improving road safety

SEAT furthers its commitment to environmental sustainability

Martorell, 22-05-2008 -- At the Madrid Motor Show today, SEAT presented the new Ibiza, a car that demonstrates the Spanish brand’s drive for design, quality and sportiness within the scope of environmental sustainability, where the new Alhambra ECOMOTIVE stands out with low fuel consumption figures and reduced CO2 emissions.

President of SEAT, Erich Schmitt, with 2008 SEAT Ibiza at 2008 Madrid Motor Show

Highlights:
- Quality, design and sportiness course through the new generation Ibiza
- New Alhambra ECOMOTIVE, the least polluting model in its segment

2008 SEAT Ibiza Equipped with ESP as Standard

Martorell, 08-05-2008 -- With its innovative design and pronounced sportiness, SEAT’s most emblematic Ibiza will be on sale this month throughout the company’s dealership network, coinciding with the upcoming Madrid Motor Show.

2008 SEAT Ibiza

Highlights:
- The commercial launch coincides with the Madrid Motor Show
- Diesel versions with 0% registration tax
- Complete standard equipment list

First application of new platform developed by the Volkswagen (VW) Group for this segment

May 5, 2008 -- The new 2008 SEAT Ibiza bursts onto the scene full of energy and youthful dynamism, but true to its origins. It's an innovative proposal whose precision quality, sportiness and new "Arrow Design" concept combine perfectly with high levels of safety and comfort. The car shows how well the new platform developed by the VW Group for this segment adapts to the Spanish maker's newcomer.

2008 SEAT Ibiza

Highlights:
- New design language defined by forceful geometric lines
- Reduced CO2 emissions on Diesel and petrol engine range

Wolfsburg, 30 April 2008 - Volkswagen Group Continues Success Story. The Group delivered more vehicles, increased sales revenue and recorded a sharp rise in profit in the first quarter of 2008.

“The success of our products shows that our new model rollout is meeting with an excellent response from our customers”, said Prof. Dr. Martin Winterkorn, Chairman of the Board of Management of Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft, on Wednesday, presenting the quarterly report. “At the same time, our process improvement efforts and our strict cost discipline are paying off”, added CFO Hans Dieter Pötsch.

Visiting 17 Countries In 40 Days

Martorell, 28-04-2008 -- Since last 2 April, when the new SEAT Ibiza made its world debut at the Martorell Prototype Centre, three spectacular rigs equipped with glass showcases, a colourful light show and interior cameras have been making an intense, exciting tour around Europe in order to show off SEAT’s new model before its commercial launch.

New SEAT Ibiza on Display All Over Europe in Three Rigs

Highlights:
# Europe’s largest capital cities will get a close look at the new SEAT Ibiza
# The spectacular motorcade will travel a total of 50,000 kilometres
# The “Ibiza Tour” will visit more than 30 cities in Spain

Martorell, 24-04-2008 -- Born in Braunschweig, Germany, 39-year-old Ralf Brandstätter has been appointed Vice-President for Purchases at SEAT, with effect from July 1st. To date Mr. Brandstätter has held the post of Director of Purchases for the Spanish car manufacturer.

His appointment came on the back of a Volkswagen Group decision to create a new Vice-Presidency on SEAT’s Executive Committee, which currently represents the five areas of Research and Development, Sales and Marketing, Finance, Human Resources and Production.

From More Than 100 Entries Received

Martorell, 18-04-2008 -- SEAT’s national contest to mark the launch of the Ibiza Rock’n’Roll has finally ended. The three winners were chosen after much debate from the more than 100 videos sent to the ibizarocktv.es webpage.

Highlights:
- The prize for the winners is a SEAT Ibiza and their spot broadcast on TV
- Massive participation and high quality of the proposals received
- Innovative initiative that rewards the creative talent of the participants

Victories for Jordi Gené and Tiago Monteiro in Puebla

Martorell, 06-04-2008 -- The second round of the WTCC in Mexico has become a historic weekend for SEAT, after winning twice and clinching the top six positions in the second race. Jordi Gené won the first race with Rydell second, while Tiago Monteiro took the victory of the second race, followed by all of his SEAT mates: the five SEAT León TDI drivers and Tom Coronel with the SEAT León WTCC. SEAT and their drivers have also made a clean sweep of all the overall classifications.

Race 1

Martorell, 02-04-2008 -- SEAT is unveiling the new Ibiza this Wednesday at its development and production facility in Martorell near Barcelona, Spain. Sportiness and design, as well as SEAT's customary high-quality precision, are the essential traits of the newcomer to the SEAT family.

2008 SEAT Ibiza

Higlights:
# New technical basis
# New design
# Added safety and comfort
# Lower fuel consumption and emissions

Chairman of the Board of Management, Erich Schmitt, describes the company’s latest addition as follows: "The new SEAT Ibiza is the car for the young and the young-at-heart – people who appreciate design, sportiness and quality, yet are also environmentally aware."

SEAT to promote research in light sciences

Martorell, 01-04-2008 -- SEAT’s corporate headquarters at Martorell today provided the backdrop for the signing of an agreement aimed at promoting research and teaching of excellence in the fields of optical and photonic technologies; SEAT was represented by its Vice-President for Human Resources Ramón Paredes, and the Institute of Photonic Sciences (IFCO) by Lluís Torner.

The agreement is designed to further research and teaching as well as stimulate industry in the fields of light science and all disciplines where photonics have an impact, such as optoelectronics and optical nanotechnologies, information technologies, health and life sciences, quantum information technologies and laser systems.

Martorell, 18-03-2008 -- The SEAT range has recently received several prestigious awards, confirming the popularity of its models on the market. At the same time, they are a recognition of the quality, character and sportiness that SEAT always applies to all of its products.

2008 SEAT Range: 2008 SEAT Range in Spain and Europe

The SEAT Altea XL was chosen “Monospace Sprint Motor 2008” at the 6th edition of the Awards by readers of the specialised Galician motoring magazine Sprint Motor, as well as “Family Car of the Year” by Belgium’s VAB (Flemish Automobile Association) for its 105 hp 1.9 TDI version.

New 140 hp 2.0 TDI with four-wheel drive and DPF

The 2008 SEAT Altea Freetrack line has grown with the addition of the 140 hp 2.0 TDI engine, making SEAT's allroader engine range more complete and versatile. The Altea freetrack delivers excellent performance with moderate fuel consumption, as well as extreme driving pleasure with effective response over any terrain.

2008 SEAT Altea Freetrack

Highlights:
# Impressive mix of performance, economy and low emissions
# Capable and confident both on- and off-road
# Availability of latest generation SEAT Mediasystem navigator

Martorell, 04-03-2008 -- The Geneva Motor Show is the venue chosen by SEAT to unveil the new SportCoupé “Bocanegra” prototype, a vehicle that oozes character and sportiness. This is the beginning of SEAT’s new short-term product venture that will feature the glitzy launch of the new Ibiza generation and the new saloon that will be unveiled in 2009.

2008 SEAT SportCoupé “Bocanegra”

The SportCoupé “Bocanegra” heralds a new vehicle concept:
# Exhilarating concept offers clues to the design of a key future model from SEAT
# 2-door body with distinct coupé silhouette
# Efficient twin turbo 1.4 TSI engine with 7-speed DSG gearbox

An exciting new chapter for SEAT

Martorell, 03-03-2008 -- At the 2008 Geneva Motor Show, SEAT will unveil the prototype SportCoupé “Bocanegra”, a model which brims with character and sporting style from nose to tail. For the Spanish brand it marks the start of a product initiative extending over the next few years, which will include the important launch of the new-generation Ibiza as well as a new ‘B-segment’ saloon car, due to make its public debut in 2009.

2008 SEAT SportCoupé “Bocanegra”

Highlights:
- Exhilarating concept offers clues to the design of a key future model from SEAT
- Crisp SportCoupé lines with a distinctly dynamic and eye-catching front end