SEAT Alhambra (96-00) - Review

Review by Parkers on
The only difference between the Ford Galaxy, VW Sharan and the Alhambra are prices, equipment, some engines and price. Oh yes and the front grille. If you are not too bothered about names then the Alhambra is a great way to save money. All the space, performance and versatility of the more expensive MPVs, but for less. Buyers can’t lose.
4 out of 5

Other SEAT reviews

3.5 out of 5

Running costs

Servicing costs similar to a Galaxy, which is similar to a large saloon. Insurance is a reasonable group 11 across the range. Turbo diesel versions are cheap to run, returning a respectable mid-40s mpg, with petrol models no more than 28 mpg. Resale values are firm, and depreciation is gentle.

* based on most recent data

Estimated fuel cost for 10,000 miles per year

Unleaded

£2,046 - £2,557 *

Diesel

£1,457 - £1,781 *

The estimated fuel cost figure is a guide to how much this model will cost to fuel each year, so you can compare between cars. It's calculated by using the model's average mpg (calculated from both town centre and motorway driving) and the average fuel price. It's based on the following cost-per-litre: petrol 135p and diesel 141p. Prices are updated daily.

Summary Running Costs

Servicing period

Every 10,000 miles

Warranty

Mechanical 3 years, bodywork 6 years

Road tax (12 months)

£220.00 - £220.00

Vehicle excise duty (VED) varies according to the CO2 emissions and the fuel type of the vehicle. For cars registered after March 1st 2001 VED or road tax is based on the car's CO2 emissions. For cars registered before March 1st 2001 it is based on engine size.

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