Seat Altea Freetrack 2.0 FSI (200 Hp) 4WD


Seat Altea:

The SEAT Altea is an automobile produced by the Spanish automaker SEAT from 2004 to 2015 being previewed by the Salsa Emoción concept. As a compact multi-purpose vehicle , the car was designed by the Italian Walter de Silva, and was launched in March 2004, as the first example of SEAT's new corporate look. The third generation Toledo was identical, except for the addition of a larger boot similar to the one in the Renault Vel Satis. It was launched at the 2004 Geneva Motor Show.
Another extended version, the Altea XL, is also available. In 2007, the Altea Freetrack, with four-wheel drive and higher suspension, was released....(Read more on Wikipedia)

Freetrack Overview:

Seat Altea (Freetrack). With 280 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1571 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.5 s). The top speed reaches 214 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Adequate and balanced power output (200 hp) for versatile driving.
  • • Respectable acceleration of 7.5 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
  • • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
  • • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
  • • Generous trunk capacity of 490 Liters.
  • • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.
  • • Direct fuel injection technology for optimized combustion.

Cons:

  • • Relatively high fuel consumption: 9.4 L/100 km combined.
  • • Meets EURO 4 emission standard; check for local urban restriction zones.
  • • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.


Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(XL: January, 2007 - March, 2009).

General:
Brand:Seat
Model:Altea
Generation:Freetrack
Modification (Engine):2.0 FSI (200 Hp) 4WD
Start of production:June, 2007
End of production:May, 2009
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:SUV
Seats:5
Doors:5
Engine:
Power:200 Hp @ 5700 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:100.8 Hp/l [26mm more]
Torque:280 Nm @ 3500 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:BWA More details about the engine BWA
Engine displacement:1984
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:4
Fuel injection system:Direct injection
Engine aspiration:Turbocharger, Intercooler
Engine oil capacity:4.6 l
Coolant:7.5 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:82.5 mm
Piston Stroke:92.8 mm
Compression ratio:10.3:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:12.8 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:7.4 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:9.4 l/100 km
Emission standard:Euro 4
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:7.5 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:7.5 sec
Maximum speed:214 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:7.9 kg/Hp, 127.3 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:5.6 kg/Nm, 178.2 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:7.1 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1571
Max. weight:2191
Max load:620
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:490 l
Fuel tank capacity:60 l
Size:
Length:4493 mm [26mm more]
Width:1788 mm [20mm more]
Height:1622 mm [41mm more]
Wheelbase:2576 mm [2mm less]
Front track:1542 mm
Rear (Back) track:1527 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):10.9 m [above average]
Powertrain:
Drive wheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
Number of gears6
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDisc [above average]
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringElectric Steering
Tires size225/50 R17 94W
Wheel rims size6J x 17
Front suspensionIndependent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear suspensionSeveral levers and rods

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