SEAT Ateca 2020 SUV in-depth review | carwow Reviews
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- Опубліковано 12 тра 2024
- The Seat Ateca is the Spanish car manufactures first attempts at a family SUV with obvious comparisons to its sister car, the Volkswagen Tiguan. This begs the question, is the Ateca a cheap interpretation, or a worthy rival to the Hyundai Tuscon, Nissan Qashqai and Ford Kuga? Can it even pass the carwow flick test? Does the Ateca sport Seat’s trademark stiff suspension? I give you the full lowdown on this practical SUV in this full in-depth review.
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carwow great review. Very helpful. Thanks
Very Very reliable 👏 👌 👍 🙌
Been waiting for this review for so long, i love this new SUV
I'm Spanish and didn't know shit about where Ateca is
It's just below Tiguan
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Slightly confused: how is this "SEAT Ateca 2020" and a video of 2016?
This must be an error, or maybe clickbait.
Updated title to show it's still the latest model?
EXACTLY!
@@roybatty4687 lt isn't the latest model.
The new model is 21 thats why
Pick up my First Edition this Thursday! Can't wait! Thanks for the positive review
Enjoy it Christopher! That thing is loaded with kit!
Well Chris what do you think of your ateca?? I drove one few weeks ago really liked it thinking of getting one
Keep these vids coming, Mat.
Actually this is my drive school car , I‘ve been driving for the past months. It‘s beautiful and I totally love it.
Been driving an Ateca 1,5 years now and... I must say the review is very accurate! The rear suspension does bother me a bit, especially at speedbumps, but overall very happy about the car!
Does the 4x4 version get independent rear suspension ?
Hi there,I love your reviews! Can you tell me if Start and stop can be turned off in Ateca 1.4 TSI Style?
hey Matt, thanks for the review! been waiting for this! :-) how does it compare with the Kadjar (excellence vs signature bose edition) ? i'm torn between both!!
Please Mat, does excellence ateca have independent rear suspension?
Thank u
omg finally, i was waiting for this review since foreverrrrrrrrrrrrrr
Nice review,have been waiting for this for some time.Seems really good looking and practical.Definitely VFM
Very helpful review. I'm rather tempted
I have ordered (in France) an Ateca (20/12/2016) and I'm still waiting (01/08/2017).
The internet forums (UK, France and others) have, highlighted this problem since the car was first available (or not!)
A great car but pin your dealer down to a delivery date and then expect it to change.
SEAT needs to get a grip.
Mat, how do you rate the auto boxes? Keep up the good work. 🛠️
I prefer it to the Tiguan, although it is a bit shorter. The skoda Kodiaq will be the prize though
The Kodiaq... manufactured to rule them all !
Kodiaq will be significantly more expensive. Skoda is working on a similarily sized crossover (Ateca/Tiguan equivalent).
The Kodiaq is also built on the Tiguan platform. It won't be significantly more expensive. It will be more expensive that the Seat though.
mikeymarmalade MQB is a very "elastic" platform, current Passat is also based on it and it's bigger and belongs to higher segment than Golf.
Another way to improve ride quality is to get AWD. The extra weight eases the ride and stops the car from bouncing around due to less weight of the 2WD version. It worsens fuel economy but on the other hand improves handling in all weather conditions.
vs the often forgotten about Mazda CX-5 would be interesting
Hi mat, could you do a review on seat x-parience please
I have tested the SEAT Ateca 2.0TDI FR Sport, I could feel every imperfection on the road. I wouldn't want Torsion Beam suspension so it seems only the 4 drive version's have Multi Link.
Funny that Seat has wireless charging before VW has it :D
Seat is a bit of a test bed. Where I live I bought Ibiza ST EcoTSI 110hp 1.0 in early 2016. Before any other VAG cars here had new gen 1.0 engines
And it's useless, since you can't see your phone when it is there.
Mat, can you do a proper review of Mazda Cx-3 , but one with 2.0 petrol engine and awd :)
Mat, what’s your view on the Cupra Arteca?
Great phone you had back then. Too bad they don't make them like this anymore (HTC M9). Amazing reviews though. Entertaining and educational.
Looks nice. Are you reviewing the Mazda cx-5 anytime soon??
I really like this new Seat SUV. A new car is always refreshing the whole segment and this particular one seems to be a good choice for reasonable amount of money.
seat looks 1000 times better than vw
Looks nice but the harsh suspension is a no-go. It's just too stiff.
Marcel Almon its an suv thats meant to be that way. More secure in dangerous situations and more fun to drive
With Style what dangerous situation would you be in??? A fight for a space in a car park??
Ha ha! With Leon like looking it has actually no character but Tiguan has! Rear suspension is horrible. Diesel engine is too expensive
+murat baykal
Why do you say rear suspension is horrible? asking cuz m considering buying it.
Is it because the Torsion beam with no adaptive dampers on papers? have you tried sitting in the back for a ride and tried it?
All is well but your link to the infotainment system is from 2017. Have there been any changes from that to the 2020/21 Ateca?
I have a 1.2 PureTech Active Peugeot 2008 auto. I'm looking at a 1.2 Nissan Qashqai Xtronic Tekna. But now I want a 1.4 Ecotsi Se with 18 plate and auto petrol!
SEAT say the 2.0 engine 2WD has multi link suspension. Is it the 2.0TDI or 2.0TSI? Renault Megane RS&Peugeot 308 GTI&Mazda 3 have Torsion Beam.
I think the design is very good, competitive pricing also. But what about the engines? VAG is in quite a mess right now with the diesels and i read that the 1.4 like the 1.2 petrols are quite unreliable. Did they change something to make them reliable?
What is a 12V in the boot good for?
Thinking of getting an ateca.... Unsure if better options are out there honda vw mazda ford nissan renault????????
Why don't Mat mension that the 4wd versoins get an other rear axle with full independent suspension? That makes the ride a LOT more comfortable.
It's the same thing with the Leon. Tdi 184 bhp, Cupra and the awd models get's the multilink rear axle that makes It feels lika a totaly different car to drive!
you should do a top ten first cars video
Duly noted!
they should! and i would like to see in this test the top spec of every brand not just the basic specs.
So if the VW has independent rear suspension it is worth the 2K more...?
Is the Apple car play/ Android auto standard across all trims of the Ateca?
Just changes from a 2017 Tiguan SEL to a Areca FR sport. Very little difference in ride comfort but Ateca is better handling .
Stiff suspension add to any noise coming into the cabin?
hi mat. could you review the new alfa gulia please.
the best iv ever heard independent rear suspension explained 😂
But as far I know it has independend suspension in the 4WD model. (which he reviewed)
Spoke to 2 independent dealers today, waiting times for Ateca in Europe are around 16 months for 1.4 tsi versions. Awful
Our ateca gets delivered this or next week !!
My father got the 2019 seat ateca and i think its a really good car (SUV)
Hm...are you sure Ateca have "torture" rear suspension? I was at car dealer today and they did not know about it :) and i did not find any information on seat web page.
My Alhambra 2018 is coming November
Hi Can you do a video on JEEP Compass 😊 I have not seen any video on jeep
Why aren't you doing the Seat Leon (CUPRA PLEASE!) review? :(
love this car
2020 car in 2016?
I'm after a crossover (next year) and this has defo been added to the list. Cheers.
Matt if you see this, how do you think it stacks up against the Renagade and the new vitara?
ATECA > VITARA > RENEGADE
carwow nice thank you.
When the Skoda Kodiaq comes out it will be the best car in this class. Mat will tell you the same.
Samuel Brooks sounds like a camera. say cheese 😁
The more the better, the more visious the sales will need to be. I'm at least 12 months off, as I bought the wrong car only 12 months ago, (or at least I'm told it's the wrong one lol). So bring on another ten of these, and compress the market. It's good for us all. Except the oems, but thats there fault.
Phones with metal chassis do not support wireless charging, and HTC One is one of them (Which in case if you don't know, is the phone Matsholding)
Does it have a rear parking camera?
mat, are you going to the launch of the ford Kuga for the European market? it's seems to be a competitive car against this Ateca?
+l sn nope
Will there be Ford Kuga review?
Great review as always. :) Mat you gonna be doing a seat leon review maybe ?
I cant decide between 2018 CX5 2.0 Manual or this 1.4 TSI Ateca. What car is faster and drives better? I live in the Netherlands, so all straight roads. I like the exterior of the CX5, it looks much "newer" then the Ateca. The Ateca on the other hand has a nicer interior with Android Auto.
How does the Ateca compare to the Škoda Karoq? I'd imagine the Karoq is a more comfortable car, but (consequently) not as sporty feeling.
Jeremy Clarkson is very depressed since the introduction of these tall hatchbacks.
Matt, you say it's based on the tiguan and also say it's a bigger Leon. Leon is a golf equivalent and the t-roc is the golf based suv. So it's a bit confusing it me and will appreciate your clarification on its size.
Matt,what's the point buying an suv without all wheel drive?
Can't wait until the cupra model!
I didn't know 2020 was 7 years ago. WOW time flies fast!
please review hyundai elantra
So Mat what would you recomend if I can not decide on Alteca or Tiguan and if I can pay 1000 or 2000 euro difference. Thanks
I have a group test coming in the next few weeks. It's a really tough decision. You see the Ateca does all you really need. But the VW is more comfy, it has useful features like sliding and reclining rear seats, and a more desirable badge which will help come resale. Is that worth an extra £2,500? That's up to you. I'll reveal what I think in a few weeks in the vid, really though there is no wrong choice, so go for what you think. BUT PLEASE back to back them to see if the suspension difference bothers you.
Thank you
I think Tiguan it's worth it just for the suspension. Seat went too far with the sportiness and the Ateca is just uncomfortable. It's probably the least comfortable car in its class.
Could it be the case that Spain actually spent the EU money to make roads safer? Still, you're right in saying that this might have actually required employing some people ;)
Love your reviews btw! Please, please, review the Citroën Spacetourer XS !
Can you review the new Toyota CHR please?
Matt, it seems that you preferred TSI, but I am in need for TDI because I do a lot of daily highway distance, traveling a lot, and my family is 1000km from where I am living.
So next week I should order Ateca 2.0TDI 150hp, but I am little concerned that it is a bit noisy and not so smooth.
What do you think, I would appreciate your answer. tnx
+Nemanja Djotunovic how many miles do you do?
My father drives a 1.6TDI Leon and its good.I think the 2.0TDI is a bit more noisy but test drive it if you can
+GeorgeΧ. I did. Normally I find the 2.0 smoother but in the Ateca the 1.6 diesel was smoother. Odd. It's not bad tho. However I wouldn't only get true diesel if you do more than 10k miles a year.
I do about 17k kilometers (I live in Germany), but that was with seat ibiza 1.4tsi..
With new car I plann a bit more :)
So the km/price is not a big thing, I am a little scared of diesel.. (noise, reliability, etc)
Depends on what u need.I live in Greece and taxes on petrol are high.So even if you dont do above 10.000km/year it might be wiser to go for a diesel.Or a small petrol if u want it for short distances.
When are you going to test the new Ford Kuga?
Can someone explain why he wants a socket in the boot? I never needed any socket but he mentions it a lot so there must be a point to it
Thunder Killa he wants to charge his phone occasionally when his loading his shopping from the supermarket
If you have a portable air compressor, you need to plug it in someplace to reach the rear wheels. Having a 12V outlet in the cargo area is very useful for that.
Who the hell needs a 12V socket in the boot? Have you ever used one?
ROAD NOISE ;
How does it compare with the Tiguan in road noise (tire and wind) ?
The Tiguan is more quiet and soft on the road, overall the Tiguan is a bit better and more premium at everything. However the Ateca is very close to the Tiguan and is cheaper.
which is better vw tiguan vs ateca
How much price in Egypt
Wait, why's there a microwave meal in the underfloor storage @2:00
I thought the Ateca like the Leon and the Golf had a mixture torsion and fully independent suspension. I guess if you're someone who wants a good basic hatchback with a higher driving position and some nice technological touch then the Ateca sounds like it is an excellent buy. I do see how the VAG hierarchy is evident comparing this to the Tiguan. If you're someone who appreciates details like soft touch door plastics, reclining seats, power sockets in the boot and three zone climate control then the Tiguan is better. Very interested to see how the Kodiaq compares, as Skoda seem to be quite apparently stepping on VW's toes with their offerings.
Switched from car buyer to carwow just for this host
Would be ace to see the like-for-like VW and Audi, seeing as they would be on the same platform.
Ateca vs. Tiguan Vs. Q3
Made by Skoda in Kvasiny czech Republic
Would you recommend the LED lights for this car or are they not really worth the extra cash?
+James Gordon best thing with this car is to keep it as cheap as possible as otherwise may as well have the Tiguan. Or better still a Peugeot 3008.
carwow ok, thx for the reply
Mazda cx-5 test review?
mat can you be the new presenter of top gear
Pretty cool!
fix the audio! Keeps going from loud to quiet
I see you haven't driven on roads of Eastern Europe.
could you review the new Ford kuga please
Ford Kuga or Hyundai Santa fe ? What do you think ?
If only it'd be a touch shorter, then I'd prefer this over Tiguan. And the cheap interior, yep saw that when they released first pics. Tiguan for me
The Tiguan apparently has cheap plastics too now
You should be cast for Top Gear. Very helpful and amusing reviews. You're a very entertaining person, loved watching you on the other channel before you started this one, actually followed you over. Thanks for the reviews, and keep up the good work.
Good car. Built by Skoda on the same production line as the Skoda Karoq.
This was the car I drove at the driving school. It was okay, but the worst thing for me was it wouldn't shift into first gear smoothly. Like how hard is it to make a smooth gearbox today?
I have a 2022 Ateca and it does the same thing.
a decent effort - overall a good car, although I bet when you start adding extras its well into Tiguan territory. I do like the slightly softer ride of the Tiguan on our rubbish, pothole-infested UK roads though.
What a beautiful car!!!! Wow! Breath of fresh air !!
Car mad you are being sarcastic right? 🤔😀😀
Was this before the T-Roc was announced or something? This is clearly based on the golf/leon like the T-Roc so why is he saying it's SEATs Tiguan?
Very fulsome review.
Good luck getting one anytime soon, delays delays delays!
delays from which factory?
Vladimir A the ateca is made in the same factory as the Skoda Kodiak so is having to compete with build allocations for both models causing delays
Matt I follow you, and as an admirer I have to tell you.... your comment about Spain was very unfortunate
How old was that HTC phone😃
a meal in the back, popcorn in the front..the owner of this care sure likes his food
why not a review of seat leon
waiting for it as well
Well in Portugal that version starts around 30 thousand euros 🤦🏻♂️