Seat Alhambra Facelift FULL REVIEW test driven 2016 - Autogefühl

[teovm]

Glad to say that i'm driving this new Alhambra, Style 7 seater, with 2.0 TDI 150HP 4WD, 17" tyres version. As Thomas statet here and in the Sharan reviews, on dry there is no point for the 4WD and this engine is not very good fully loaded after 130km/h as the car is ~1900kg without passengers. But because of that weight the 4WD will be very needed for us as we have a lot of kilometers in winter conditions with steep hills and snowy passes. Also we have already tested the 7 seater with 4 children and 3 adults as well as luggage and a stroller - no problem. And good acceleration on country roads (speed limit 90km/h). What I'll recommend, as I do not have it is the blindspot monitor, as the side mirrors are a bit on the small side for that car. Either i'm not used to them or they are too pointy on the end. Good reference on the slim center mirror, it is SLIM. We have regular sliding doors, they are the best. Loading is effortless, not just people, long items just slide in there. The Alcantara seats are perfect, no slipping and they offer that little bit more support.
The only major thing missing here (missing from the Sharan) is the city break system and the adaptive cruise, as they do not offer them as options on the Seat. But in Bulgaria VW does not offer Sharan, so no alternative for us.

Many thanks to Autogefuhl, as You were the one thing that tipped the scales to this vehicle and it was all worth it. Pretty much everything you said about this car (also including in the Sharan review as they are practically identical) is TRUE and spot on. Keep up the good work.

[primarulgiurgiului]

Another excellent review from my number 1 resource in indeepth car reviews!

[keithking]

Very comprehensive review. Really appreciate the 'live' testing of equipment. One of the few films where the mundane aspects of the vehicle are shown storage, seating config. gadgets etc. especially wanted to see the electric tailgate and doors in action which was explained at length. I appreciate the effort gone into this review.

[Pmjs]

My insurance provided me with a SEAT Alhambra 2.0 TDI with DSG same specification as the car you're reviewing in this video. I loved it.

[syedmustafakamalalsagoff]

I really enjoy your review of the Alhambra. I think it’s design is timeless. I’ve place my order - Long wait for informed of expected delivery in September.

[Grant]

Great review. I am planning to buy one of these for my tour business. It looks like it will fit 7 adults well, plus it's £25k cheaper than a VW Caravelle!!

[avoxs]

Thanks for the in depth review! More power to you.

[helmiahmed]

I like the detailed list of the video, much better explanation, i like opening and closing the back seats, most dont show the back seats, , great review, , i liked the car more and more, , keep it up

[gilaxia]

TThere were three commercials during this video. Not related to cars though but works for you :) Just as your reviews work for us. Thank you

[Ballovirta]

you are making really good and informative videos. Thanks alot

[bobrankin]

An excellent review confirmed my own feelings about the car. Looking forward to picking mine up next week, just in time for Christmas too.

[CarTestr]

The one to go for if you need a third row where adults can sit in comfort. The deep cargo with all seats up is also really good.

[SphaHlela]

Hi, Autogefühl team. I don't know if you guys can make this happen, but im gonna ask any way. When you guys are showing the interior, could you put the car in a dark garage or film a small portion of the interior shot at night - to show how the interior dials and knobs light up, or don't light up, at night. Please also show reading lights and any lights along the door seals.Also please show how the exterior lights "behave". This would be greatly appreciated. I love your in-depth reviews, otherwise. Keep up the great work!!!

[nerfchannel]

The Alhambra is a really great car from Seat.
And the technologies are very good.
This is an excellent car for families and people who need a lot of place!!!
It is the sportive alernative to the Sharan !!
Very Great car :)

[mtumasz]

one more comment: If you want to compare it with the Touran, the currently offered price (not just catalogue but including available discounts, of which there won't be many for the Touran as it is still selling very well) of similarly specified models will not be very different. When I compared top of the range models with similar gadgets, the difference (in Poland) was just below 3000EUR. So the choice is not really about money but whether you want a VW, with slightly better looks, easier to park, with newer platform, newer gadgets (full LED lights for instance), more power from the same engine (top of the range), nice Carribean blue colour (the blue on Alhambra is very sombre) but smaller car in both 2nd and 3rd row/boot.

[grantmarshall]

Greetings from Ireland Thomas, glad to see a packet of fisherman's friends in the car. If you have a sore throat, these can ease the pain and stop throat pain leading to a heavy cold. Great review too by the way 😊

[BrokenAdam]

The SEAT Alhambra facelift, today on Autogefühl,
your number 1 resource for in-depth car reviews

and your number 1 community to discuss cars.
With me, with Thomas and we're going to talk

about the exterior, the changes of this facelift,
the interior of course, here especially with the

flexibility and what can you change with the
seats and with the trunk and of course, the

driving experience. And we're also going to
compare this car to the Volkswagen Sharan

because we have tested the Sharan before,
the facelifted version, so this video will be

linked in the video description and we also
recently had a big van comparison video.

This one will also be linked in the video description.

[mtumasz]

For the 2017 model year, you CAN get the 184HP diesel with AWD and DSG. Also, there is the adaptive suspension available with 18" wheels, previously unavailable. Still no ACTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, argh, I suppose they need to show SEAT who's the boss in VW group:)

[morecoffee]

Hey Thomas, I'm really enjoying your in depth reviews! They are the closest you can get to a car without having to go to the dealership.
Would it be possible to make a new review of the Tesla Model S ? I know you guys already made a a short video but I would love one of your half hour specials.
Keep up the good work and drive safe :)

[loisanderson]

Love your review. We are needing to rent a car in Italy this summer for 6 people (one child at age 13 and one at 16...so really adults too). I had never seen the Seat Alhambra and your review was very helpful. Three questions: First, can you fold down the middle row seat and let people in the back put their legs/feet up on it? Second, what other vehicles would fit 6 people and luggage? And third, we live in Miami, Florida and have multiple friends from everywhere in the world...we would welcome you to come and stay with our family a few days if you were every interested. Last, and certainly not least, the person yapping about your accent is ridiculous. Some people don't really know what things are important in this world. Have a great day.