Especificaciones y análisis del SEAT Altea
Power
170HP
Torque
350Nm
Consumption
6.2l/100
Emissions
167g/km
0-100 km/h
8.6s
Top Speed
211km/h
Weight
1521kg
Price
25,550€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 6v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
409 L
55 L
125 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the SEAT Altea FR 2.0 TDI 170 CV DPF (2008-2009)
General description
The SEAT Altea FR 2.0 TDI 170 hp, a compact minivan that burst onto the market in 2004, is presented as an option with a strong sporty character. This FR version, launched between 2008 and 2009, promised to combine family versatility with exciting performance, seeking a balance between functionality and driving passion. Priced at 25,550 euros at the time, it positioned itself as an attractive alternative for those looking for more than just a simple family vehicle.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel of the Altea FR 2.0 TDI, the feeling of power is undeniable. Its 170 hp and 350 Nm of torque, available from 1800 rpm, offer a forceful response that translates into 0 to 100 km/h acceleration in 8.6 seconds and a top speed of 211 km/h. The 6-speed manual transmission allows the diesel engine to be exploited to the maximum, while the suspension, McPherson type at the front and deformable parallelogram at the rear, together with the 312 mm ventilated disc brakes on the front axle, promise dynamic and safe behavior. Despite its minivan nature, the Altea FR seeks to transmit an agile and fun driving experience, without forgetting its family purpose.
Design and aesthetics
The design of the 2004 SEAT Altea FR is characterized by its sporty and dynamic lines, which try to disguise its minivan body. With a length of 4325 mm and a height of 1568 mm, its aesthetics move away from traditional minivans, seeking a more youthful and aggressive look. Specific details of the FR version, such as the 17-inch wheels with 225/45 R17 tires, contribute to reinforcing this sporty image. The interior, although functional and spacious with 5 seats and a 409-liter trunk, maintains the brand's characteristic sobriety, with a focus on ergonomics and ease of use.
Technology and features
In terms of technology, the 2004 SEAT Altea FR 2.0 TDI incorporated solutions typical of its time. Its 1968 cc diesel engine with direct injection by injector pump, variable geometry turbo and intercooler, was a benchmark in efficiency and performance. The electric power steering contributed to a more comfortable and precise driving. Although it did not have the advanced driving aids of current vehicles, it offered standard equipment that included elements such as stability and traction control, essential for safety. Its combined consumption of 6.2 l/100km and CO2 emissions of 167 g/km placed it in environmental label B, a relevant figure for the time.
Competition
In the segment of compact minivans with sporty aspirations, the SEAT Altea FR 2.0 TDI faced rivals such as the Ford C-Max, the Renault Scénic or the Opel Zafira, although few of them offered a version with such a markedly performance-oriented approach. Its proposal to combine the versatility of a minivan with the power of a 170 hp diesel engine differentiated it, attracting an audience looking for a family car with an extra touch of excitement behind the wheel. Its competitive price also positioned it favorably against more premium options.
Conclusion
The SEAT Altea FR 2.0 TDI 170 hp was a brave attempt by SEAT to inject sportiness into the minivan segment. It offered a powerful engine and dynamic behavior that distinguished it from its more conservative competitors. While its design may seem somewhat outdated today, at the time it was a fresh and attractive proposal. For those looking for a family car that did not give up driving sensations, the Altea FR was an option to consider, a vehicle that, despite its bodywork, invited you to enjoy the road.