Seat ALTEA

The cabin is designed elegantly with all the comfort and convenience features within. The seats look comfortable and firm so that you may enjoy those long drives. The curvy dashboard of this family vehicle has an instrument panel, which is designed and employed to give an appreciable look to the cockpit. However, the quality of plastics inside this vehicle fail to impress. This ergonomically sound cabin has an equally impressive boot space measuring 409-litre, which can be further expanded by flat folding all the 5 rear seats. To make your drivers more entertaining, it has Radio, MP3, CD player, WMA, AUX, USB, Bluetooth and 8 speakers. You also get navigation system packed in this MPV with 5-inch touchscreen.

This vehicle has radiator grille with vertical slats surrounded by chrome for a distinguished appearance. The 'eye' shaped headlamps and aggressive air intakes give it an appealing face. One can also observe a styling line, which flows from its headlamps over the front fenders and makes an arch at the rear fenders. There is extensive Black color used at exterior for distinguishing its exclusivity. The side pillars, outlining of windows and front and rear windshield, all have been given this dark outlining for a sporty look. This MPV stands at 4282 mm x 1768 mm x 1576 mm (L x W x H) along with wheelbase measuring 2578 mm. It also gets 16-inch alloy wheels with 205/55 R16 tires are appointed in this MPV for a good grip while driving on slippery pathways.

This MPV is available in 5 trims – Reference, Reference Copa, Style, Style Copa Plus and Ecomotive in UAE with some varied features. There are 4 petrol and 2 diesel engines with different technologies available for these 5 variants to give them appropriate power and efficiency. Its 1.4-litre MPI engine churns out a maximum power output measuring 125 hp along with 152 g/km of CO2 emission. While the 1.6-litre MPI mill knocks out a maximum power clocking 102 hp along with 172 g/km of CO2 emission. The 1.2-litre TSI motor gives a maximum power output measuring 105 hp with 139 g/km of CO2 emission. On the other hand, 1.8-litre TSI DSG engine pumps out a maximum power clocking 160 hp. In terms of diesel variants, its 1.6-litre TDI CR DSG engine produces 105 hp of power and emits 129 g/km CO2. While the 2.0-litre TDI CR powerhouse churns out a peak power measuring 140 hp and emits 129 g/km CO2.

Being a family MPV, it has all the safety aspects that can protect the occupants and the vehicle. This four wheeler has managed to achieve a 5-start rating under Euro NCap safety assessment scheme that ensures its passengers about optimum safety during their journey. For a controlled drive, ABS, ESP, TCS and EBA are provided in this MPV. With all this, you also get ventilated disc brakes at front wheels and disc brakes at rear wheels. Its independent McPherson along with stabilizing bar type front suspension and multi-link type rear suspension provides a comfortable ride to you every time even at the elevated speeds.

Verdict:

Seat Altea is a family MPV which offers decent features at its exterior and interior to make an appealing impression and deliver comfort to its occupants. Availability of diesel and petrol both the engines make this vehicle a perfect one.