SEAT Toledo 1999-

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  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    £5k cheaper than a similar-spec VW Bora! Unbeatable.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Depreciation is the biggest worry. Insurance (group 13) and servicing very reasonable.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Great to drive. Refined, comfortable and sporty. Handling can be a little soft if pushed hard.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    V5 (170bhp) has plenty of pull. Very torquey. Up there with most hot-hatches/saloons.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Great so far (after 10,000 miles). A few squeaks and rattles starting to appear. Nothing major.

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    3 out of 5 3.0

    An individual choice - different from the usual VW/Audi crowd.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Excellent. Good seats. Quiet and relaxing to drive.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Deadlocks. Thatcham-approved chip-in-key immobiliser. Alarm.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Marshalls SEAT of Bedford deserve 5 stars. Excellent friendly service all round.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    A few interior trim squeaks and rattles.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes