The SEAT Altea is here, a model with which SEAT heralds a new generation of products. Developed at SEAT's Technical Centre, the Altea carries the new look of the brand's models and is the first vehicle to be wholly developed within the Audi Brand Group since it was established in 2002

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2006 Seat Altea

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The start of a new generation

Development

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Exterior and bodywork

The prototype come true

Showcased at the 2003 Frankfurt Motor Show, the Altea Prototipo previewed the basic, nearly definitive traits of the production Altea and introduced the main points of the MSV (Multi Sports Vehicle) concept.

"The SEAT Altea is a vehicle that combines the traits that characterise the image of all future SEAT products. It's not about evolution, but a revolution. The Altea will be followed by other models that will confirm this enormous design advance. Our integration in the Audi Brand Group will bring a positive transformation for SEAT". This is how Walter de'Silva, SEAT and the Audi Brand Group Design director, sees the arrival of the Altea.

Innovative, sporty design

Distinguishing feature

Bodywork

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Interior

Combination of roominess and sportiness


Sporty on the outside as well as on the inside. Aboard the Altea sportiness and roominess go hand in hand in a MSV. The spacious passenger compartment is comfortable for both driver and passengers, whether in the front or rear seats, and the boot has a volume capacity of over 400 litres.

Driver oriented instrument panel

Hands on the steering wheel

Comfortable sculpted seats

Spacious boot

Dual zone air conditioning


The powerful new twin climate control system with dual controls for both driver and passenger adapts itself to the Altea's interior volume. The model offers two levels of air conditioning.

The first is another novelty within the SEAT range, a separate air conditioning system for both driver and passenger, who only have to select the desired temperature, with a difference between both sides of two degrees. The remaining functions are automatic; the controlling sensors and an electronically regulated compressor maintain the chosen temperature in each area.

The second option is an air conditioning system with electronic temperature control. In this case, both airflow and air vents must be manually selected.

Next to the air conditioning controls are the air recirculation, windscreen de-frosting and heated window functions.

On-board electronics


Technology on the Altea has been simplified by combining functions into control units.

An on-board network terminal activates various functions, such as the delay in turning off the lights. This practical option keeps the lights on a few minutes after the ignition key is removed. This function also turns on the inside lights when the remote control is activated to open the doors.

Other functions are the use of indicator repeaters on the motorway, which only repeat three times when changing lanes; emergency repeaters with automatic disconnection when driving is resumed and when the indicator repeaters are selected (the new indication prevails over the emergency indicators); emergency indicators with an intelligent battery consumption saving function, which reduces battery strain by emitting shorter blinks; and the new burnt light bulb warning on the instrument panel.

The comfort terminal controls the selective door opening remote control, the automatic door lock (when driving speed reaches 15 km/h), the anti-dazzle rear-view mirror (with night-time dome lights), and the 'Park Pilot' parking aid system that activates proximity sensors located on the rear bumper when reverse gear is selected.

A latest generation immobiliser features new automatic coding criteria in the anti-theft system.

Audio and navigation

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Engine and gearbox

Several novelties to reveal

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Chassis

Naturally Agile

Evolved suspension


The Altea features a new front suspension with aluminium subframe and a new multi-link rear axle that delivers excellent dynamic performance and driving comfort.

The McPherson front suspension geometry features coil springs arranged at the best working angle and rigid silent-blocks that provide a high level of stability in any situation, from sudden load shifts to braking in curves. The silent-blocks reduce longitudinal strain (braking and accelerating) on the drive shaft and radial transverse strain (rocking).

Among the front wheel drive cars in the SEAT range, the Altea features a novelty on the rear axle - multi-link suspension. Four links (three transverse and one longitudinal) take care of the wheel direction with the efficiency of a double wishbone, with exceptional dynamic qualities. The perfect alignment of these components reduces under-steering and diminishes the slip angle.

The chassis was developed using a special virtual prototype, that provided a dynamic simulation of the entire vehicle. Several adjustments were tested to analyse their performance before the final approval. The adjustments defined by theoretical calculations in a real car were applied, and the final suspension ratings were used after subjective measurements were taken with expert test drivers.

Intelligent electro-mechanical steering


The new electro-mechanical steering system regulates driving conditions at all times. Assistance is provided both when the steering wheel is turned and when it returns to its original position and reduces fuel consumption by up to 0.2 litres for every 100 km.

Adapted to the vehicle's characteristics (weight, reactions), the software decides the level of assistance to apply at all times depending on vehicle and steering wheel turning speed.

Another characteristic of the new steering system is its power assisted return and automatic steering correction on a straight route when there is strong side wind. The system uses the new, corrected 'O' position as a central point, so the driver avoids exerting continuous effort on the steering wheel.

Integrated in the front aluminium subframe, its location dampens the vibrations that are normally transferred to the driver's hands.

Driving adapted brakes

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 Safety

For occupants and pedestrians

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Range

Sportiness to suit everyone

  •      16 inch steel wheels with specific hubcaps
  •      205/55 tyres
  •      Tinted glass
  •      Roof aerial
  •      Honeycomb mesh front air vents
  •      Height adjustable driver seat with lumbar support
  •      Height and reach adjustable steering wheel
  •      Folding (60/40) rear seats with adjustable backrest
  •      Height adjustable headrests on all five seats (tilting front headrests)
  •      Tinted strip on front windscreen
  •      Inside door handle glasses storage compartment on driver door
  •      Front armrest with double storage compartment (one for CD boxes; the other houses the CD loader)
  •      Drawers beneath front seats
  •      Storage compartment on all four doors
  •      Two-tiered rear parcel tray
  •      Two-tiered boot (with folding partition)
  •      Ring fasteners and luggage net
  •      Straps to secure an umbrella at the base of rear seats
  •      Front power windows (with 'one touch' function and anti-trap system)
  •      Instrument panel with rev counter
  •      Driver and passenger reading light with delay setting
  •      Boot light
  •      Rear courtesy lights with delay setting
  •      Electrically adjustable headlamps
  •      Two 12-volt sockets (on central tunnel and in the rear)
  •      Radio CD player with six speakers
  •      Air conditioning
  •      Twin front airbag
  •      Glove compartment lock for passenger airbag disconnection
  •      Side airbags
  •      Curtain airbag
  •      All-round seatbelts with three-point anchoring and tension limiter (front seatbelts with pyrotechnical pre-tensioner)
  •      Isofix system for child seats
  •      ABS and TCS (with disconnection)
  •      Electro-mechanical power steering
  •      Remote controlled central locking and folding key
  •      Selective door opening
  •      Puncture repair kit


Sport


This finish builds on Reference with:

  •      Five-spoke 16 inch light alloy wheels
  •      Sports suspension
  •      Sports seats with Sport upholstery
  •      Specific interior trim
  •      Leather steering wheel
  •      Leather gearknob


Stylance

This finish builds on Reference with:

  •      Body colour door handles and mirrors
  •      Seven-spoke 16 inch light alloy wheels
  •      Dual zone air conditioning
  •      Foglamps
  •      Specific upholstery
  •      Leather steering wheel
  •      Leather gearknob
  •      Rear power anti-trap windows
  •      Electrically adjustable and folding door mirrors
  •      On-board computer
  •      Cruise control
  •      Two-tone horn
  •      'Coming Home' function


Sport-up


This finish builds on Stylance with:

  •     Five-spoke 16 inch light alloy wheels
  •      Sports suspension
  •      Sports seats with Sport upholstery
  •      Specific interior trim


Optional equipment

Depending on the finish level, the comprehensive standard equipment list can be completed with a wide choice of optional elements.

Audio:

  •      Radio CD player with 8 speakers and steering wheel controls
  •      CD loader
  •      Telephone pre-installation


Utility:


  •      Dynamic navigation system with 6.5 inch high resolution colour screen
  •      Cruise control
  •     Rear parking aid sensors


Fresh air:

  •      Dual zone air conditioning
  •      Electric anti-trap sunroof


Comfort:


  •      Rear power one-touch anti-trap windows
  •      Electrically adjustable and folding door mirrors
  •      Height adjustable passenger seat with lumbar support
  •      Winter package
  •      Heated seats
  •      Trailer hitch pre-installation and 12 volt socket in boot
  •     Smoker's package (ashtray and lighter)


Safety:

  •      Volumetric alarm
  •      Foglamps
  •      ESP with EBA
  •     Anti-dazzle rear view mirror with dome light

Style:

  •      Metallic paint
  •      Seven-spoke 16 inch alloy wheels
  •      Five-spoke 17 inch alloy wheels
  •      Leather upholstery


Functional:


  •      Full size spare wheel
  •      Spacesaver spare wheel


Body paint and interior colours


The Altea is available in a range of 13 colours, three solid colours starring Emoción red and ten metallic hues, featuring the new Tinta black, Mar blue, Lluvia blue and Fresco green.

These colours combine with specific upholstery levels for each finish. There are two combinations in grey, one for the Reference versions and another for Stylance; one combination of blue tones for the Costa interior, only available with Stylance and selected exterior colours; leather upholstery available with all Stylance colours and a special black and red combination, exclusively available on Sport and Sport-up and eight colour options.



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Technical data


Engine



No. of cylinders/arrangement

 

4 cylinders in line

Displacement

cc

1984

Bore x stroke

mm

92,8 x 82.5

Rated output

bhp/rpm

lb-ft/rpm

Rated torque

lb-ft/rpm

200/3500

Compression ratio

 

11.5



Performance




Top speed (km/h)

126

Acceleration 0-62 mph/h (s)

10.1

Acceleration 1000 m (s)

31.4

Urban consumption (l/100 km)

11.7

Extra urban cycle

6.5

Combined (l/100 km)

8.4


Power transfer




Drive system

 

front-wheel drive

Transmision

 

Automatic 6 gears

Ratios

Finaldrive
1st gear
2ndgear
3rdgear
4th gear
5th gear
6th gear
Reverse

4.067
4.148
2.370
1.556
1.155
0.859
0.686
3.394

Dimensions



Wheelbase

2578mm

Overall length

4280mm

Overall width

1768mm

Overall height

/1568

Tread width, front/rear

1534/1523mm

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Chassis




Front suspension

Independent, McPherson struts, lower wishbones and anti-roll bar

Rear suspension

Munti-link axle with coil springs

Wheels

225/45

Tyres

7J x 17”

base curb weight

1415kg