Seat Altea facelift 2009 1.6 TDI (105 Hp) DSG
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)
facelift 2009 Overview:
Seat Altea (facelift 2009). With 250 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~5.8 l/100km). With a weight of 1475 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.4 s). The top speed reaches 183 km/h. A multi-purpose vehicle designed to transport passengers with ample interior space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (211 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Respectable acceleration of 7.6 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
- • Balanced fuel consumption of 8.4 L/100 km for its class.
- • Independent multi-link suspension for premium ride comfort.
- • 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:
- • Meets EURO 5 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(5P: October, 2005 - 2009).
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| Brand: | Seat |
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| Model: | Altea |
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| Generation: | facelift 2009 |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 TDI (105 Hp) DSG |
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| Start of production: | October, 2009 |
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| End of production: | August, 2015 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | MPV |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 5 |
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| Engine: |
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
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| Power: | 105 Hp @ 4400 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 65.7 Hp/l [2mm more] |
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| Torque: | 250 Nm @ 1500-2500 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | CAYC More details about the engine CAYC |
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| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
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| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 79.5 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 80.5 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 16.5:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 5.8 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.4 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.9 l/100 km |
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| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.4 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.4 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 183 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 14 kg/Hp, 71.2 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.9 kg/Nm, 169.5 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.8 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1475 |
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| Max. weight: | 1995 |
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| Max load: | 520 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 409 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4282 mm mm [2mm more] |
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| Width: | 1768 mm mm [Same width.] |
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| Height: | 1576 mm mm [8mm more] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2578 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
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| Front track: | 1541 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1517 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.7 m [above average] |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 7 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Gearbox type | DSG |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Electric Steering |
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| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
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| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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