Seat Looks to Russia for Future and Shows IBx Crossover Concept

SeatSeatSpain, 1950 > present29 models
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is certainly the weakest of all of VW's brands. It is the one that continually posts losses or loses money, while all of the rest of VW's major brands tend to make money. Seat is looking abroad for its future. It sees Russia and China as a possible savior for the company. 

Seat began the year with 10 dealers in Russia. By the end of the year it will have 25 there. 

“We see great potential for Seat in markets like Russia. Great design, high quality, outstanding engineering and innovative technology bring something new and fresh to the dynamic Russian automotive market. The Moscow Motor Show represents a key stepping stone in the ambitions of SEAT in Russia," said Seat Chairman James Muir.

Seat will begin selling the Alhambra MPVSeat Alhambra Gen.2Spain, 2010 > present51 versions
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in Russia in the fall.

It is also showing the IBxSeat IBXSpain, 2011 > 20115 photos
crossover concept in Russia. The car was first shown at the Geneva Motor Show earlier in the year. 

Later this year Seat will begin selling the ToledoSeat Toledo Gen.4Spain, 2012 > present20 versions
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and LeonSeat Seat Leon Gen.3Spain, 2012 > present146 versions
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, but these models will not immediately go on sale in Russia.