Seat Altea Altea XL (facelift 2009)

Seat - Altea XL (facelift 2009)

Details-
BrandSeat
ModelAltea
GenerationAltea XL (facelift 2009)
Modification1.9 TDI (90 Hp)
Start Of Production2009 year
End Of Production2010 year

Performance

The SEAT Altea is a compact MPV with a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 14.7 seconds, a top speed of 172 km/h (106.88 mph), and a drag coefficient of 0.32. It's a decent performer with a comfortable ride.

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh14.7 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph14.7 sec
Max Speed172 km/h 106.88 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd0.32

Body & Dimensions

The SEAT Altea is a 5-door MPV with a length of 4469 mm, width of 1768 mm, and height of 1581 mm. It has a wheelbase of 2578 mm and a front track of 1527-1541 mm. The car has a turning circle of 10.7 m and overhangs of 915 mm at the front and 976 mm at the rear.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeMPV
Seats5
Doors5
Length4469 mm 175.94 in.
Width1768 mm 69.61 in.
Height1581 mm 62.24 in.
Wheelbase2578 mm 101.5 in.
Front Track1527-1541 mm 60.12 - 60.67 in.
Rear Track1503-1517 mm 59.17 - 59.72 in.
Front Overhang915 mm 36.02 in.
Rear Overhang976 mm 38.43 in.
Min Turning Circle10.7 m 35.1 ft.

Fuel Consumption

The SEAT Altea is a diesel-powered car that meets the Euro 4 emission standard. It has a fuel consumption of 6.8 l/100 km in urban areas, 4.5 l/100 km in extra-urban areas, and 5.4 l/100 km combined. Its CO2 emissions are 142 g/km.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel Consumption Urban Economy Nedc6.8 l/100 km 34.59 US mpg 41.54 UK mpg 14.71 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban Economy Nedc4.5 l/100 km 52.27 US mpg 62.77 UK mpg 22.22 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined Economy Nedc5.4 l/100 km 43.56 US mpg 52.31 UK mpg 18.52 km/l
Co2 Emissions Nedc142 g/km
Fuel TypeDiesel
Emission StandardEuro 4

Engine & Transmission

The SEAT Altea is a compact MPV with a 1.4L turbocharged inline-4 engine producing 90 horsepower and 210 Nm of torque. It features a 5-speed manual transmission and front-wheel drive. The engine is paired with a McPherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power90 Hp @ 4000 rpm.
Power Per Litre47.5 Hp/l
Torque210 Nm @ 1800 rpm. 154.89 lb.-ft. @ 1800 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Transverse
Engine Model CodeEA188 / BXF
Engine Displacement1896 cm3 115.7 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders4
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore79.5 mm 3.13 in.
Piston Stroke95.5 mm 3.76 in.
Compression Ratio18.5:1
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemPump-nozzle (Unit Injector)
Engine AspirationTurbocharger, Intercooler
ValvetrainSOHC
Engine Oil Capacity4.3 l 4.54 US qt | 3.78 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification5W-40 / VW 505 01
Coolant5.6 l 5.92 US qt | 4.93 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelFront wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox5 gears, manual transmission
Front SuspensionIndependent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear SuspensionIndependent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer

Brakes

The SEAT Altea is a compact MPV with a range of engine options and a comfortable ride. It features ventilated discs at the front and discs at the rear, along with electric power steering and a range of tire sizes. The car also comes equipped with ABS and a steering rack and pinion system.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs, 288x25 mm
Rear BrakesDisc, 253x10 mm
Assisting SystemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Power SteeringElectric Steering
Tires Size195/65 R15; 205/55 R16; 225/45 R17
Wheel Rims Size6J x 15; 6.5J x 16; 7J x 17

Weight & Capacity

The SEAT Altea is a compact MPV with a kerb weight of 1430 kg and a maximum weight of 2050 kg. It has a fuel tank capacity of 55 liters and a trunk boot space of 532-1604 liters. The car has a weight-to-power ratio of 15.9 kg/Hp and a weight-to-torque ratio of 6.8 kg/Nm.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio15.9 kg/Hp, 62.9 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio6.8 kg/Nm, 146.9 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1430 kg 3152.61 lbs.
Max Weight2050 kg 4519.48 lbs.
Max Load620 kg 1366.87 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum532 l 18.79 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum1604 l 56.64 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity55 l 14.53 US gal | 12.1 UK gal
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent1400 kg 3086.47 lbs.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Seat - Altea XL (facelift 2009)

The SEAT Altea has a seating capacity of 5 people.

The SEAT Altea has 5 doors.

The minimum turning circle of the SEAT Altea is 10.7 m or 35.1 ft.

14.7 seconds

172 km/h (106.88 mph)

0.32

The SEAT Altea is a diesel-powered car.

The SEAT Altea meets the Euro 4 emission standard.

The SEAT Altea has a fuel consumption of 6.8 l/100 km in urban areas.

The engine displacement is 1896 cm3 or 115.7 cu. in.

The transmission type is 5-speed manual transmission

The drive type is Front-wheel drive

The SEAT Altea has ventilated discs at the front and discs at the rear.

The SEAT Altea has electric power steering.

The SEAT Altea has ABS (Anti-lock braking system).

The SEAT Altea can seat up to 5 passengers, depending on the configuration.

The SEAT Altea is available with a range of petrol and diesel engines, including a 1.2L petrol, 1.4L petrol, and 1.6L diesel.

The SEAT Altea has a generally good reliability record, with many owners reporting low maintenance costs and few mechanical issues.

The kerb weight of the SEAT Altea is 1430 kg or 3152.61 lbs.

The maximum load capacity of the SEAT Altea is 620 kg or 1366.87 lbs.

The permitted trailer load with brakes of 12% of the SEAT Altea's kerb weight is 1400 kg or 3086.47 lbs.