2014 Seat Altea Owner's Manual

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The fuel consumption and CO 2 emissions do not depend only on the per-
formance of the vehicle, they can also differ from the established values de-
pending on other factors such as driving style, road conditions, traffic con-
ditions, environmental conditions, load and number of passengers.
Calculation of fuel consumption
The consumption values have been calculated based on measurements per-
formed or supervised by certified CE laboratories according to the latest ver-
sion of directives 715/2007/EC and 80/1268/CEE (for more information
consult the European Union Publications Office at EUR-Lex: © European Un-
ion, http://eur-lex.europa.eu/en/index.htm) and are valid for the kerb
weight indicated for the vehicle.
Note
In practice, and considering all the factors mentioned here, consumption
values can differ from those calculated in the current European regulations. 
Weights
Kerb weight refers to the basic model with a fuel tank filled to 90% capacity
and without optional extras. The figure quoted includes 75 kg to allow for
the weight of the driver.
For special versions and optional equipment fittings or for the addition of
accessories, the weight of the vehicle will increase ⇒ 
.
WARNING
● Please note that the centre of gravity may shift when transporting
heavy objects; this may affect vehicle handling and lead to an accident.
Always adjust your speed and driving style to suit road conditions and re-
quirements.
● Never exceed the gross axle weight rating or the gross vehicle weight
rating. If the allowed axle load or the allowed total weight is exceeded,
the driving characteristics of the vehicle may change, leading to acci-
dents, injuries and damage to the vehicle.
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Towing a trailer Trailer weights
Trailer weight
The trailer weights and drawbar loads approved are selected in intensive tri-
als according to precisely defined criteria. The approved trailer weights are
valid for vehicles in the EU for maximum speeds of 80 km/h (50 mph) (in
certain circumstances up to 100 km/h (62 mph)). The figures may be differ-
ent in other countries. All data in the official vehicle documentation takes
precedence over these data at all times ⇒ 
.
Drawbar loads
The maximum permitted drawbar load on the ball joint of the towing bracket
must not exceed 75 kg.
In the interest of road safety, we recommend that you always tow approach-
ing the maximum drawbar load. The response of the trailer on the road will
be poor if the drawbar load is too small.
If the maximum permissible drawbar load cannot be met (e.g. with small,
empty and light-weight single axle trailers or tandem axle trailers with a 
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wheelbase of less than 1 metre), a minimum of 4% of the actual trailer
weight is legally required for the drawbar load.
WARNING
● For safety reasons, you should not drive at speeds above 80 km/h (50
mph) when towing a trailer. This also applies to countries where higher
speeds are permitted.
● Never exceed the maximum trailer weights or the drawbar load. If the
permissible axle load or the permissible total weight is exceeded, the
driving characteristics of the vehicle may change, leading to accidents,
injuries and damage to the vehicle.
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Wheels
Tyre pressure, snow chains, wheel bolts
Tyre pressures
The sticker with the tyre pressure values can be found on the inside of the
fuel tank flap. The tyre pressure values given there are for cold tyres. Do not
reduce the slightly raised pressures of warm tyres ⇒ 
.
Snow chains
Snow chains may be fitted only to the front wheels.
Consult the section “wheels” of this manual.
Wheel bolts
After the wheels have been changed, the tightening torque of the wheel
bolts should be checked as soon as possible with a torque wrench ⇒ 
.
The tightening torque for steel and alloy wheels is 120 Nm.
WARNING
● Check the tyre pressure at least once per month. Checking the tyre
pressure is very important. If the tyre pressure is too high or too low,
there is an increased danger of accidents, particularly at high speeds.
● If the tightening torque of the wheel bolts is too low, they could loos-
en while the vehicle is in motion. Risk of accident! If the tightening tor-
que is too high, the wheel bolts and threads can be damaged.
Note
We recommend that you ask your Technical Service for information about
appropriate wheel, tyre and snow chain size. 

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Technical specifications
Checking fluid levels
From time to time, the levels of the different fluids in the ve-
hicle must be checked. Never fill with incorrect fluids, other-
wise serious damage to the engine may be caused.
Fig. 219 Diagram for the
location of the various el-
ements Coolant expansion tank
Windscreen washer reservoir
Engine oil filler cap
Engine oil dipstick
Brake fluid reservoir
Vehicle battery (underneath the cover)
The checking and refilling of service fluids are carried out on the compo-
nents mentioned above. These operations are described in the ⇒ page 235.
Overview
You will find further explanations, instructions and restrictions on the tech-
nical specifications as of ⇒ page 293. 
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Petrol engine 1.6 75 kW (102 PS)
Engine specifications
Power output in kW (PS) at rpmMaximum torque (Nm at rpm)No. of cylinders/capacity
(cm3
)Fuel
Running on LPGRunning on petrolRunning on LPGRunning on petrol4/1595LPGSuper 95 RON a)
/
Normal 91 RON b)
72 (98)/ 560075 (102)/ 5600144/3800148/3800
a)
Research Octane Number = Anti-detonation rating of the petrol.
b) Slight power loss.
PerformanceALTEA
(Running on LPG)ALTEA
(Running on petrol)ALTEA XL
(Running on LPG)ALTEA XL
(Running on petrol)
Top speed (km/h)178181178181Acceleration from 0-80 km/h (seconds)9.28.99.39.0Acceleration from 0-100 km/h (seconds)13.813.21413.4Weights (in kg)Gross vehicle weight1951195120392039Weight in running order (with driver)1456145614951495Gross front axle weight965967970971Gross rear axle weight100098010851025Permitted roof load75757575Maximum trailer weights (in kg)Trailer without brakes720720740740Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 8%1500150015001500Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 12%1200120012001200

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1.2 TSI 77 kW (105 HP) Start-Stop petrol engine
Engine specifications
Power output in kW (PS) at rpmMaximum torque (Nm at rpm)No. of cylinders/capacity (cm 3
)Fuel77 (105)/5000175/1550-41004/1197Super 95 RON a)
/Normal 91 RON b)a)
Research Octane Number = Anti-detonation rating of the petrol.
b) With a slight power loss
PerformanceALTEAALTEA XLTop speed (km/h)184184Acceleration from 0-80 km/h (seconds)7.37.5Acceleration from 0-100 km/h (seconds)11.311.6Weights (in kg)Gross vehicle weight18801939Weight in running order (with driver)13601395Gross front axle weight970980Gross rear axle weight9801025Permitted roof load7575Maximum trailer weights (in kg)Trailer without brakes680690Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 8%15001500Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 12%12001200
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Petrol engine 1.4 92 kW (125 PS)
Engine specifications
Power output in kW (PS) at rpmMaximum torque (Nm at rpm)No. of cylinders/capacity (cm 3
)Fuel92 (125)/ 5000200/ 1500-40004/1390Super 95 RON a)
/Normal 91 RON b)a)
Research Octane Number = Anti-detonation rating of the petrol.
b) With a slight power loss
PerformanceALTEAALTEA XLALTEA FREETRACKTop speed (km/h)194194188Acceleration from 0-80 km/h (seconds)6.97.07.2Acceleration from 0-100 km/h (seconds)10.310.510.8Weights (in kg)Gross vehicle weight195920222032Weight in running order (with driver)143914781488Gross front axle weight100810041010Gross rear axle weight98710361035Permitted roof load757575Maximum trailer weights (in kg)Trailer without brakes710730740Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 8%150015001500Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 12%130013001300

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Petrol engine 2.0 155 kW (211 PS)
Engine specifications
Power output in kW (PS) at rpmMaximum torque (Nm at rpm)No. of cylinders/capacity (cm 3
)Fuel155 (211)/ 5300-6200280/ 1700 - 52004/1984Super 95 RON a)
/Normal 91 RON b)a)
Research Octane Number = Anti-detonation rating of the petrol.
b) With a slight power loss
PerformanceALTEA FREETRACK
Frontwheel driveALTEA FREETRACK Four-wheel drive
Top speed (km/h)220218Acceleration from 0-80 km/h (seconds)5.55.3Acceleration from 0-100 km/h (seconds)7.77.6Weights (in kg)Gross vehicle weight21502205Weight in running order (with driver)16061661Gross front axle weight11151140Gross rear axle weight10551085Permitted roof load7575Maximum trailer weights (in kg)Trailer without brakes750750Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 8%16501650Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 12%14001650
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Diesel engine 1.6 TDI CR 66 kW (90 PS) with/without DPF
Engine specifications
Power output in kW (PS) at rpmMaximum torque (Nm at rpm)No. of cylinders/capacity (cm 3
)Fuel
66 (90)/ 4200230/ 1500-25004/1598Min, diesel acc. to DIN EN 590 51
CNa)
a)
Cetane Number (cetane index) = Measure of the combustion power of the diesel
PerformanceALTEAALTEA XLTop speed (km/h)172172Acceleration from 0-80 km/h (seconds)9.19.3Acceleration from 0-100 km/h (seconds)13.814.1Weights (in kg)Gross vehicle weight19752029Weight in running order (with driver)14551485Gross front axle weight10451040Gross rear axle weight9601010Permitted roof load7575Maximum trailer weights (in kg)Trailer without brakes720740Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 8%15001500Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 12%14001400