Altea FR

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A la venta en el primer trimestre de 2006.

Presentación en el salón alemán.

Editado 13 de Septiembre del 2005 por Xingular

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SEAT has enhanced further the sporting image of the Altea presenting the prototype of the future FR version at the Frankfurt Motor Show. This vehicle is the first FR in the new generation of products from the Spanish brand, with the series version reaching the market in early 2006.

 

The FR models respond perfectly to demand from SEAT customers who continue to state their preference for cars with an even sportier character.

 

FR versions are distinguished from other models in the range through their design, engines and their specific finish features. They are easily identifiable thanks to distinctive bumpers, alloy wheels, silver door mirrors and chromed double exhaust pipes.

 

The Altea FR also heralds the arrival of a new 170 hp 2.0 TDI engine (125 kW) with four valves per cylinder, the most powerful diesel powerplant so far in the history of SEAT.

 

A distinctive look

 

You only have to take a look at the prototype of the Altea FR to pick up on its sporty ethos. With its accentuated wedge shape, compact proportions and special detailing, it exudes a seductive, extrovert appearance, which is both elegant and sporty at the same time.

 

The exterior of the Altea FR stands out due to the contrast of its two-colour bodywork (silver and black), and its 18” chromed alloy wheel, with five double radiuses which house 225/40 tyres.

 

The car is painted silver except for the roof, the bonnet cover strip, the cover strips on the A-post which conceal the windscreen wipers, and the headlight casings, which are all finished in shiny black.

 

Seen in profile, the most striking details are the “FR” graphics running along each side of the vehicle. The letter “F” is in black and the “R” in red, running from the B- to C-pillar, with a height that runs from the base of the doors to just below the door handles. The graphics are an exclusive feature of the prototype.

 

The chromed door mirrors match the finish of the wheel. On the side there are also the letters “TDI” below the side indicators, with all three letters painted in red to identify this most powerful diesel model.

 

The front of the SEAT Altea takes on a new expression with the arrival of the FR version, thanks to the new specially designed bumper. The size of the front grille stands out, improving the cooling capacity of the radiator and highlighting the SEAT logo at its centre.

 

At the lower part of the front end, the radiator grilles stand out in the form of a grid and increase the dynamic image of the Altea FR. These wide air inlets improve both interior ventilation and brake cooling.

 

The rear styling transmits an image of high solidity due to the shape of the new bumper. On the right of the boot hatch is the FR logo which clearly identifies this new model.

The sporty look of the new Altea FR is completed with a double chromed exhaust, each pipe sporting a 70 mm diameter.

 

 

 

 

 

Exclusive interior finish

 

The SEAT design team has been working meticulously on the interior of the prototype, using high-quality materials and applying the latest technology. The result is an exciting, sporty interior which reflects the character of the exterior.

 

The interior stands out due to the items in Ona silver and the leather-covered components. In silver are the roof lining, the handles, the sunglasses holder on the driver’s side and the fittings on the glove compartment, as well as the entire dashboard – a sporty finish with great visual appeal.

 

The four separate sports seats all have leather upholstery, with the FR logo embroidered on them. Also upholstered in leather are the five headrests, the steering wheel, the door panels, gear stick cover, handbrake cover and the instrument panel cover. All these items have grey stitching.

 

The FR logo, as well as being embroidered on the seat backs, can also be found printed on the instrument panel, gear knob and in the form of a small badge on the steering wheel. Within the instrument panel, the FR logo is in the central dial, on the rev counter. On the right of this dial is the speedometer and on the left is the multi-function screen plus fuel level and water temperature indicators. The numbers on the dials are black on a white background.

 

The Altea FR’s steering wheel has a hollow on each side to make it easy to grip and at the bottom there is an aluminium insert which includes a small “FR” badge at the level of the central arm.

 

The gear lever has also been exclusively designed for this prototype. The gear stick is upholstered in leather while the knob has a silver coating and the distinctive FR logo located on top.

 

The Altea FR, like the rest of the range, also incorporates sliding rear seats.

 

New 170 hp 2.0 TDI engine (125 kW)

 

Strong performance from the Altea FR is ensured thanks to the new 2.0 TDI four-cylinder diesel engine with four valves per cylinder, with 170 hp transmitted to the front wheels through a manual six-speed gearbox. Its performance delivery is worthy of many a gasoline sports model and yet of course, being a diesel, it is also impressively fuel efficient.

 

This new engine, an enhanced version of the 140 hp 2.0 TDI engine, reaches 125 kW of power at 4,200 rpm and a maximum torque of 350 Nm between 1,800 and 2.500 rpm.

These mechanics meet the minimum levels required by the European EU4 emission standards and enable the Altea to reach a maximum speed of 208 km/h and accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.6 seconds. Fuel consumption in the extra-urban cycle is only 6.1 litres per 100 km.

 

The development of the 2.0 TDI engine is marked by a new PPD (Piezo-Pumpe-Düse) injection system, a new system for closing the intake pipes and the incorporation, for the first time in a SEAT vehicle, of a DPF system (particulate filter). These three new features are the most important differences with the new 170 hp engine compared with the already highly advanced 140 hp 2.0 TDI engine.

 

New intelligent lighting system

 

The Altea FR prototype includes bi-functional adaptive xenon (AFS) headlights, which adapt to the layout of the road.

 

This intelligent lighting system, in addition to providing the advantages of xenon for both dipped and full beam headlights, uses information from various sensors to adapt the movement of the optics to the radius of the curves and the gear speed, aiming at all times to provide optimum lighting. In this way, the system increases the overall feeling of safety and comfort during night driving.

 

The headlights also have a device which automatically regulates their height. Through two sensors, the beam of light is automatically and dynamically adjusted depending on the load, acceleration and deceleration. This dynamic function provides a high level of safety in situations involving sudden starting or stopping. The system operates with both dipped and full headlights.