Powered by 140 hp 2.0 TDI
Seat has today announced that it will extend the Seat Altea Freetrack model range with a entry level model powered by a 2.0 TDI engine. The new 140hp 2.0 TDI version is available in both 4WD and front-wheel-drive and delivers some decent performance, like a top speed of 193 km/h, 0 to 100 km/h acceleration time of 10.2 seconds and completes a 1,000 m dash in 32 seconds while consuming just 6.5 liters per 100 km/h on a combined cycle.
The four-wheel-drive system is a part-time one using a Haldex-type clutch arrangement. This means that the Altea Freetrack under normal road conditions uses only the front wheels, but if circumstances demand it, up to 50% of torque can be sent to the rear axle.
The 140 hp 2।0 TDI joins the 170 hp 2.0 TDI and 200 hp TFSI in the engine line-up. The Seat Altea Freetrack is the Spanish marque's first all-road vehicle and is based on the Seat Altea XL. The Altea Freetrack went on sale last summer after its Barcelona show debut in June.
Top-notch safety
The Altea freetrack is equipped with the latest safety elements for peace of mind travelling alone or with the whole family.
The freetrack features six airbags as standard across the entire range (driver, passenger, side and head airbags) and two more can be added to cushion the rear sides without hindering the possibility of sliding the rear seat for increased cargo. The rear seats are also fitted with Isofix anchoring points for child seats.
The car also includes all the usual electronic active safety systems: ABS, TCS and ESP + DSR with EBA and tyre pressure warning.
The TCS traction control intervenes in the engine management to prevent the wheels from spinning when accelerating on slippery surfaces while the ESP (Electronic Stability Program) teams up with the Driving Steering Recommendation (DSR) system, which detects the quality of braking at each axle and takes corrective action by transmitting a small impulse to the steering wheel to keep the vehicle on the correct course. EBA (Emergency Brake Assistance) can also come to the driver's aid by boosting the brake pressure during an emergency stop.
The ESP system fitted to the freetrack also incorporates TSP (Trailer Stability Program), which is specifically designed to enhance vehicle safety when towing. TSP helps stabilise a trailer when towing in bad weather, on a poor road surface or under emergency braking.
The chassis structure itself is yet another safety feature, and the freetrack's has been developed as a protective cell. In the event of an impact, the areas of programmed deformation have been well-studied to provide maximum energy absorption and the highest level of passenger protection.
New latest generation SEAT Mediasystem navigator
Technology is clearly at the heart of this vehicle, thus the latest Altea freetrack features the sophisticated new SEAT Mediasystem navigator as an option. Many significant improvements have been made to previous navigation equipment, and the new Mediasystem integrates numerous extra functions.
The system includes DVD mapping information featuring no less than 28 Western European countries, a 6.5" colour touch screen with VGA (800 x 400) resolution and a 30 Gb internal hard disk, to slash route planning calculation times.
Manufactured by Siemens, and with Navteq mapping, the SEAT Mediasystem includes several other non-navigation facilities that improve communication and deliver stereo sound quality. One of its highlights is sound adjustment - it optimises sound according to the volume and shape of each model's passenger compartment.
With the new Mediasystem, the SEAT Technical Centre in Martorell has furnished all current and future audio and video needs by developing a system that responds to new uses and available technology.
On-board entertainment can be enhanced still further via an innovative, optional, 7" TFT screen multimedia system. The screen folds down from the car's roof lining, and the system includes an RCA connection to plug in DVD players, video games consoles, laptops and MP3 players, with sound played through the car's own sound system.
Generous standard equipment
The SEAT Altea freetrack features a broad range of standard equipment including fog lamps front and rear, electric heated door mirrors, twin chrome tailpipe, roof rails, dual zone climate control air conditioning, height and reach adjustable steering wheel, leather steering wheel and gearknob, one-touch electric front windows with anti-trap function, rain sensing windscreen wipers, cruise control, trip computer, 'coming home' headlight function, CD/MP3 stereo radio with steering wheel controls and AUX-in connection, remote controlled central locking, electromechanical power steering, front and side airbags with front passenger airbag deactivation, Isofix child seat anchoring points, height adjustable front seats with lumbar control, tyre pressure monitoring and 225/50 tyres on 17-inch alloy rims.
The range of optional extras includes tempting choices such as the new generation navigation system with 6.5 inch touch screen, DVD player and 30 Gb hard disk, Bluetooth connection with steering wheel controls, heated front seats, Bi-xenon headlights and AFS, rear privacy glass, rear side airbags and more.
The SEAT Altea freetrack 4WD equipped with the efficient 140 hp 2.0 TDI engine guarantees on and off-road driving satisfaction. Whatever the destination, its gripping traction, performance, low fuel consumption and stability on any type of terrain make driving it a real pleasure.
SEAT Altea freetrack CO2 emissions
| CO2 emissions | |
| 2.0 TSI 200 hp 4WD | 223 |
| 2.0 TDI 140 hp 2WD | 163 |
| 2.0 TDI 140 hp 4WD | 171 |
| 2.0 TDI 170 hp 4WD | 179 |
SEAT Altea freetrack optional equipment
- Rear side airbags (thorax)
- Rear privacy glass
- Two zone cargo net with storage compartments
- Navigation system with 6.5" colour touch screen, DVD playback and 30 Gb hard disk, Bluetooth connection and steering wheel controls (includes DVD mapping)
- Electric glass sunroof (not available on 4WD version)
- Ceiling storage compartment with 7" TFT screen and RCA connectors
- Ceiling storage compartment
- Heated front seats
- Bi-xenon headlights + AFS
- Bluetooth telephone installation+ antitheft aerial (8 speakers). Includes steering wheel controls
- Metallic paint
- Emoción red paint
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