Test drive Seat Ateca 2.0 TDI DSG 4DRIVE: strong player
The test of maximum performance in the new Seat Ateca range The first first SUV model in the history of the Spanish marque was created on the basis of the second generation VW Tiguan, which gives a clear enough preview of the qualities of this car and inevitably raises high expectations. Expectations were fully justified. While the significantly larger Skoda Kodiaq, using identical technology, relies more on huge interior volume and functionality, the Seat Ateca is more aimed at people looking for dynamics, aesthetics and individuality. Although the Ateca is 12 cm shorter than the Tiguan, it is pleasantly spacious inside - the space in both the first and second row of seats does not give cause for dissatisfaction, and the trunk holds from 510 liters to 1604 liters with the front ...
Test drive Ford Fiesta, Kia Rio, Seat ibiza: Three city heroes
Which of the three additions in the city car category is the most convincing? Before we know how the new Ford Fiesta's first competition against some of its main opponents, one thing is for sure: expectations are high for the model. And rightly so, since the seventh generation model with a circulation of more than 8,5 million units has been on the market for ten years and, until the end of its impressive career, continues to be among the leaders in its category - not only in terms of sales, but also as purely objective qualities from the outside. the car itself. The eighth generation Fiesta has been on the conveyors of the plant near Cologne since May 16th. In this comparison, it is represented by a car painted in bright red, with a well-known three-cylinder ...
Aron's test drive is a real Seat: cute, young, playful.
It is more than clear that the brand is on the rise. Some attribute this confidence to a market that has recovered and cars are selling better as a result, but the new management more and more seems to deserve it. We already repeat this fact, but the team gathered around Luce de Mea brought freshness, new ideas and a desire to work. A new star in the Seat program So it's no surprise that the products are the same. Starting with the representative of the medium-sized hybrids, Ateco, and, of course, the small, attractive and popular Ibiza. Now, buyers who are, on average, ten years younger than the rest of the brands, have been offered a new star in the Seat Arono, a new entry in the smaller crossover class. It has a lot of new members this year and they are all…
Test drive Renault Mégane against VW Golf, Seat Leon and Peugeot 308
Fourth generation Renault Mégane in first battle against compact rivals Is the new Renault Mégane fast, economical and comfortable? Is it furnished elegantly or disappointingly simply? We will clarify these issues by comparing the model with the Peugeot 308 BlueHDi 150, Seat Leon 2.0 TDI and VW Golf 2.0 TDI. The new Renault Mégane was unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show last year - and even then it looked very promising. But now things are getting serious. In the face of the Peugeot 308, Seat Leon and VW Golf, the newcomer faces tough opponents with whom he will have to compete in tough tests of dynamics, fuel consumption and road behavior under the strict control of testers. Because so far the three previous generations of Renault…
Test drive Seat Arona: Hero of the new century
More than a year after its market debut, the Arona remains one of the most successful crossovers The success of some cars is literally predicted. This is exactly the case with the Seat Arona. Is it possible that at the moment a beautiful urban crossover, equipped with perhaps the most modern equipment in its segment and offered at very reasonable prices, is not selling well? In practice, no. The Arona promises a combination of efficient drivetrains, higher-end road performance, a high level of active and passive safety, the richest array of driver assistance systems, and infotainment capabilities that go far beyond what is common in the small car class. Add to this a slightly increased ground clearance and high seating position, so appreciated in this type of car, ...
Seat Tarraco test drive: a name from the people
The large Spanish SUV shines not only with its stylish appearance, but also with its useful qualities All three good things - now this also applies to the outgrown VW compact SUV models, which are also available in seven-seater versions. After Skoda Kodiaq and VW Tiguan Allspace introduce the Seat Tarraco to the European market. The name of the model is the old name of the Catalan city of Tarragona, and how it is obtained can serve as a guide for a successful marketing campaign. People from Seat organize a poll on the condition that the name is related to the geography of Spain. More than 130 people responded and sent 000 proposals. Initially, nine of them were selected, and four advanced to the final - Alboran, Aranda, Avila and Tarraco. The vote was taken by...
Seat Tarraco FR and Ateca FR Black Edition test drive - preview - Icon wheels
Seat Tarraco FR and Ateca FR Black Edition - Seat introduces two new versions of the Ateca and Tarraco, one focused on elegance and the other focused on sportiness. Seat Tarraco FR The Seat Tarraco FR, included in the price lists of the Spanish manufacturer, is a sporty version of the largest SUV in the brand's lineup, which expands the range of equipment already available. Aesthetically, the new Seat Tarraco FR features wider fender flares, roof spoiler, redesigned rear extractors and specially designed 19 or 20 inch wheels. A new exclusive color will also debut for the FR version, Cosmo Grey. Another touch of style is the new Tarraco signature on the tailgate, embossed and handwritten…
Test drive updated Seat Leon with new infotainment system
Four years after the introduction of the current generation, the Seat Leon has undergone a facelift that will lead to a model change in about three years. The mask is new (the grille is four centimeters wider), the headlights are new, the bumpers are new, and, of course, the rejuvenation was done by the Seat Leon, which received the latest infotainment system. This means an eight-inch LCD touchscreen that also replaced some of the previous model's physical buttons and switches, excellent smartphone connectivity (including Apple CarPlay and Android Auto), wireless charging for them, and the ability to control voice commands - while the phone is connected to car external antenna. In addition to the latest infotainment system, Leon also received a fresh package (standard and optional) of assistance systems. Assistance should be allocated in a traffic jam. It is available…
Cupra test drive: new SEAT brand appears with Ateca - preview
Cupra: A new SEAT brand emerges with Ateca - preview A little Spanish revolution: Cupra becomes a brand in its own right, focusing on exclusivity and excellent performance at a high level. In principle, there is much to say and much to define. SEAT has launched a new sign, transforming the "" icon in its own brand: this is news in a nutshell. Perhaps too short, because the most important thing is that SEAT is in a period of its life when it can afford to take risks and take them boldly. Leave the launches alone, without long words, without long-range experiments and half-whispered statements. Cupra is a new brand. Dot. One is Luca De Meo in the first place, they talk about it in such a way, they strongly emphasize it and want…
Test drive Opel Corsa, Seat Ibiza, Skoda Fabia: Mayors
The new Seat Ibiza has painted the tight ranks of the lower class. Can the Spanish incendiary diesel lead the way ahead of its established rivals? Skoda Fabia TDI and Opel CDTi racing? The previous generation of Ibiza was too timid in appearance to become a young bullfighter. To leave a deeper mark on the memory, the fourth generation of the model set itself the goal of a larger, but not too expressive in terms of design. Its basic petrol version with four doors and 70 hp. The village is for sale for 22 leva. For comparison, Fabia 995 HTP with 1,2 "horses" is exchanged for 70 leva. Already a small number of customers choose the most affordable version, so we compared each other with some of the sportier options…
Test drive Mini Cooper, Seat Ibiza and Suzuki Swift: small athletes
Three cheerful kids who give the feeling of summer. Who is better? Are you - like us - no longer tired of rain, screeching ice, heated seats and Siberian cold fronts? If so, feel free to read on - it's all about summer, sun and three ultra-compact cars for fun on the road. As you know, summer is not only a matter of temperature and a certain period of the calendar, but also of internal settings. Summer is when you can enjoy the little things in life. For example, on three cars in which driving pleasure is measured not by power or price, but by the pleasure itself. Let's start in alphabetical order with the Mini, where the joy of the small car is just as firmly rooted...
Test drive Audi Q2, Mini Clubman and Seat Ateca: between an SUV and a station wagon
Three lifestyle models that are difficult to classify With the Audi Q2, there is a conscious rejection of solid dimensions. A small urban high-end SUV competes with larger competitors - Mini Clubman Cooper 4 and Seat Ateca. But can it surpass the epitome of the lifestyle car concept and the vastly larger Ateca? And for us car testers, it's not every day that a model that doesn't fall completely into any of the usual classes stops at our doors. Such is the Audi Q2, which teeters on the edge between small car, compact SUV and family model and thus eludes simple classification. That's why we invited him to the first comparison test with the all-new Seat Ateca compact SUV and…
Test drive Seat Ateca 1.6 TDI 116 CV Style
Seat Ateca 1.6 TDI 116 CV Style - Road Test Entry level diesel version with 1.6 TDI 116 hp "correct" in equipment, not very thirsty and has a very competitive price. Pagella city 7/ 10 Out of town 8/ 10 highway 8/ 10 Life on board 8/ 10 Price and cost 8/ 10 safety 8/ 10 Seat Ateca 1.6 TDI Style seems to be anything but the “basic” version: the standard equipment is satisfactory, and the 1.6 TDI with 116 hp. - lively, pliable and not very thirsty. Space on board is also good, where even two adults are more than comfortable in the back. Quality finishes and soundproofing. SUV, but compact, urban or off-road depending on the needs. There…
Seat Leon X-Perience test drive: a good combination
Driving Seat's first off-road SUV Models with a similar concept have been a big hit with Volkswagen for years. Audi, Skoda and VW have already accumulated solid experience in this area. It's time for the Spanish division to join this exciting market segment with the Leon compact van. The Seat Leon X-Perience was created according to a well-known recipe - it is equipped with an all-wheel drive system (an option on the base engine with a power of 110 hp, standard for all other versions), received an increased ground clearance of about 17 centimeters, has a modified suspension adjustment, new wheels and additional protective elements on the body. Good concept The result is very close to that offered by the Czech sister of Seat - Skoda, in the face of a perfectly balanced Octavia Scout ...