SEAT Toledo 1.6 S 4d (1999/V) Owner Review
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Economy
Costs
Expensive main dealer, many faults, high depreciation.
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On the road
Driving
Good handling, front wheel grip in wet could be better, poor visibility out of rear window.
Performance
1.6 engine is underpowered for size of car, high revs at motorway speed.
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Living with it
Reliability
Has only broken down once but many problems with poor running and premature failure of parts.
Comfort
Driving comfortable, but rear seat leg space limited.
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Security and Service
Security
Has alarm and immobiliser, but have heard of security problems with electric windows.
Service
Very poor, slow, reluctant to solve problems, expensive.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Uneven idling and surging below 2000rpm. Starter motor grinding.
Other
Split brake servo vacuum pipe - resulting in loss of power assistance to brakes. Brake disks wear quickly. Air con compressor bearing replaced for £30, dealer wanted £250 for entire clutch assembly.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No