Are SEAT Altea XL reliable?
The Altea isn’t as solidly built as some Seats, with a number of faults reported. The main reliability issue with the petrols is the plastic timing belt tensioner – with both the 1.4 and 1.6-litre models at risk. If it fails, the engine could sustain serious damage, so consider having it replaced.
What is the difference between a SEAT Altea and Altea XL?
The key differences between the standard Altea and the XL are from the B-pillar backwards. The overall length is increased by 18.7cm, which allows an extra 2cm of movement for the sliding rear seat. Boot space is also increased, from 409 litres to 532 litres with the rear seats upright.
Is the SEAT Altea a good car?
“The SEAT Altea XL is a good choice for families looking for an engaging drive from a practical, good-value car.” 62%of people would recommend this car to a friend.
Does SEAT Altea have DPF?
Although the Freetrack is available with 4WD, it is not marketed by SEAT as an “SUV”….Seat Altea XL/Freetrack.
| SEAT Altea XL Seat Altea Freetrack | |
|---|---|
| Engine | petrol engines: 1.4 L I4 1.4 L I4 TSI 1.6 L I4 1.8 L I4 TSI 2.0 L I4 TSI diesel engines: 1.9 L I4 TDI 2.0 L I4 TDI DPF 2.0 L I4 TDI 2.0 L I4 TDI DPF 2.0 L I4 TDI CR DPF |
How many seats does a SEAT Altea XL have?
five seat people
SEAT Altea XL rivals The Altea XL is a jumbo-size version of SEAT’s popular and distinctive five seat people carrier. It’s almost 19cm longer than the standard car and although this doesn’t sound a lot, it substantially increases space in the rear, so both passenger legroom and boot space are increased.
Do Seat do a 4 wheel drive?
It’s now one of the most popular models in the SEAT range, offering stylish looks and excellent levels of specification. It’s also available with 4Drive (4X4 four-wheel drive) so it’s ready for anything.
Does SEAT Altea XL have Isofix?
The Seat Altea was called a multi-sports vehicle when it was launched, but in reality it’s more of a tall hatchback with MPV aspirations. The Altea has a five-star Euro NCAP crash-test rating, along with ISOFIX child seat mounting points as standard.
Does BKC engine have DPF?
It doesn’t have DPF! I don’t know is it better than BXE or BLS but didn’t find any common issues with BKC like with these two.
What weight is a SEAT Altea?
The Seat Altea 1.6 8v weighs 1320 Kg / 2910 lbs.
What engine is in a SEAT Altea?
Engines, performance and drive The greenest engine on offer with the SEAT Altea is the 1.6 TDI Ecomotive, which achieves a combined fuel consumption of 62.8mpg and emits just 119g/km of CO2. This engine also comes available with an automatic 7-speed DSG, which can change gear immensely fast.
Do seat still make the Altea?
The Seat Altea and larger Altea XL are being discontinued globally. It’s understood that the continuing decline in sales of MPVs in Europe has spurred Seat’s decision to cut the model from its line-up. Official sales figures reveal that Seat sold a total of 439 Altea models in the UK during 2014, and 445 Altea XLs.
Who is the owner of SEAT?
Volkswagen Group
Volkswagen Finance Luxemburg S.A.
SEAT/Parent organizations
In 1986, after 36 years being publicly listed as an independent automaker, the Spanish government sold SEAT to the Volkswagen Group of which it remains a wholly owned subsidiary. The headquarters of SEAT S.A. are located at the company’s industrial complex in Martorell near Barcelona.