SEAT Altea Freetrack 4 (2007 - 2009) 2.0 TDi 5d (2008/57) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

The car suits our life style. Both retired - have already done over !00,000 in it . It fits with our interest in travel and outdoor life.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Everyone has been surprisingly impressed. It is not a well recognised model.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes I would but I can't because they no longer produce the four wheel drive model we require.

What are you likely to buy next?

Some form of VW/ Audi Group $ wheel drive or possibly the Jaguar XF diesel now there ia an estate.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£16,000

When did you buy the car?

May 2008

Did you get a good deal and why?

Yes because I was purchasing a demonstrator with under 2000 miles for £5000 below list.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

I require 4 wheel drive and had previously had 4 motion versions of Audi and VW.

What was the dealer like?

OK but gave up the Seat franchise not long after the purchase so very little to go on.

What's it like to drive?

Really easy drive. I have had VW's and Audis over many years and it beats all three diesel Passats I had even the last two four motion diesels. Even pushes the 2.6 petrol Audi I had very close. Only criticism is that bottom gear is quite high and makes towing a heavy trailer quite difficult particularly from standstill on steep hills. Some clutch slip is required.

What's it like to park?

Very straightforward especially with the rear sensors.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Yes. Apart from routine replacement have had to replace a faulty brake sensor [ out of warranty ] a common fault across the VW, Audi, Skoda, Seat range and not cheap. Also had the injectors replaced under warranty.

What's most practical about your car?

Good space with very reasonable performance and economy.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Cruise control is a must as we do a lot of continental travel.