SEAT Altea Hatchback (2004 - 2015) 1.9 TDi Stylance 5d DSG (2008/08) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I like to think that my Altea says that I am a practical person who doesn't like to waste money
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
My friends and neighbours have mixed feelings about the Altea some love the car, whilst other dislike the shape
Would you buy this car again and why?
I would definitely buy either another Altea, ease of driving, running costs and practicality would be a good enough reason to buy this car again.
What are you likely to buy next?
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
Yes
What price did you pay?
£15,000
When did you buy the car?
May 2008
Did you get a good deal and why?
I bought from the internet and found that I could get a 2.5k discount off the list price
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
I required a car that was economical to run with good mpg, low insurance group, reasonable servicing cost and reliability.
What was the dealer like?
Sidlow supplied the car, when I picked the car up it was exceptionally dusty and it had a dent in the drivers door, both problems were sorted very quickly.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
The Altea with the DSG box is a joy to drive, the seating is comfortable and visability in the main is good
What's it like to park?
Parking the Altea is made easier with the rear parking sensors
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
To date I have covered 40k miles and nothing has gone wrong, but that is what I wouldn't expect from a VAG vehicle
What's most practical about your car?
I find that because the Altea is a little higher it is easy to get into. The load space is very flexible and simple to adapt
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
The parking sensors were a worthwhile addition.
