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I come from a 2016 Leon FR and have my Ateca FR delivered next week. The driving feel, sportiness is something i was not willing to sacrifice despite needing a little bit of a bigger car. I can't stand driving the spongy feelings some french or asian manufacturers give you. I also really love the reliability i've experienced with all my VAG cars so far. The MQB platform is probably one of the best platforms out there at the moment for this type of car. The Ateca's looks are great, tech is great and the driving is great, why look elsewhere? Oh it's also very affordable compared to others, no compromises for me, all out win!
@@josephman3228 Hi mate, well mine was supposed to have a 3 months delivery term, turned out to be five. So 2 months extra seems on point. I've got it since 3 weeks now. Cheers!
@@oldgregg2057 eh not really. From my experience it feels like an extremely similar car. It's maybe a tiny little less drag race happy. But it's still a nippy car, great cornering feel (no jumping around like some suv's do). And yeah.. you sit higher. Might sound strange, but i really don't like that too much. Guess i especially chose this one to still get a somewhat sporty feel and make my family happy too. All in all, i'm convinced if you're not a coupe lover like me, it's a perfect car for a lot of people, for sure.
I've had a FR4 sport tdi for 3 years. The extra torque of the tdi and independent rear suspension of the 4 drive makes all the difference, better handling than most hatchbacks and the dsg makes the most of the torque! Actually got it to 61mpg one leisurely drive through the Cheshire countryside. Only downside is ,it does wear out all 4 tyres pretty equally ,the Haldex system anticipates the possibility of losing traction with acceleration or fast cornering so it's engaged more than you would think.
We're due to change cars in the next few months and for me its a toss up between the skoda karoq or the seat ateca but right now the ateca's at the top of the list plus the fr sport looks better than the karoq ....Great video very informative..
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Good, comprehensive review. I was looking between the FR Sport and Xperience Lux. I like the look of the FR Sport better but it lacks some features of the Lux. Not sure why they thought a electric front seat isn't Luxury - for some reason it's on the FR Sport but not the Lux. My ideal car would be the Lux features with FR Sport looks and electric front seats. The 360 cam which is only on the Lux i could dispense with but i would want the ACC. I guess this is why SEAT is becoming Cupra.... The Lux is more like a Volkswagen and the FR Sport isn't, so they are just making everything Cupra, where all the cars are sporty but will have different engines and features. Don't want sport?.... buy a Volkswagen or Skoda.
Great review. Actually helped me decide to get the Ateca. The car offers a lot and for me, it looks better than the Skoda. In the review Lexus UX was mentioned as a rival but I think it is far from it. The Lexus has a boot smaller than Seat Ibiza- barely gets two large suitcases. Also, rear passenger space is scarce. Keep up the good work.
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@@rivervalegroup Well I didn't like KIA sportage (didnt like enterior, gearbox, and I always had the feeling that the rear end moves/leans too much in the corners), Nisan Qashqai (too pricy for the trim I wanted, engines offered were too weak), Toyota RAV-4 (too ugly, didn't like the ride), VW Tiguan (too pricy, I hated the new facelift). Then I was gonna test Karoq and Ateca. When I test drove the Ateca, compared to other cars, I liked the torque of the TDI, you just fly off at the traffic lights, it had the best handling, the largest boot, trim that I wanted was reasonably priced and I liked the SEAT Connect feature. I'm regreting that I didn't get the 220V socket and the automatic tailgate. I love that I got the virtual cockpit, 4Drive, KESSY, Seat CONNECT... Only thing I got that I seldom use is the Parking Assist. I drove it for 11000 km, and I loved it.
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Confused about the DSG gearshift. In most shots it’s like a conventional gear lever, but in one it’s the new VAG button-like affair. Which is it please? If it differs between specs, I’m thinking about the Xperience trim (or was it Xcellence?)
The DSG shifter is the normal conventional one. The button one your talking about is just on the very latest VAG brand cars ie the new mk4 leon or the new mk8 golf.
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Sorry Seat, but you still don’t have heated rear seats in 2021 ?? For me is it big fail !! Skoda Karoq have this for 176€ and USB for security camera for 76€ 👎🏻
Not true. I have a 2020 ateca at the moment and have 3 children, 2 boys aged 4 and 6 in car seats and our teenage daughter gets in the middle no problem. It works so well we pick up a new 2021 1.5tsi FR sport on Wednesday. The seats are flat in the back compared to others cars we have had as well. Much easier.
@@johnmorris6344 lol there is no more than 2 seats and a big "thing" in between for no use at all. Letting people sit there just shows the world that you hate that person, your own daughter.. !
@@andersnielsen6044 John’s response doesn’t show the world he hates his daughter. The Ateca is an excellent car and suitable for a lot of families. Stop being abrasive and learn a little kindness. Cheers!
Think you need to work on how you say Ateca🤬🤬! Had to turn the video off less then ten minutes in. If your going to review a car make sure you get the name right first 😉
Got a 2021 1.5 petrol dark camouflage Ateca FR and I absolutely love it!
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The best review about Seat Ateca Xperience you can find. Well done!
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Agreed
Great to have your reviews back , you're the best in UK !
I've never seen such a informative review ever wow! You know your stuff another ateca
Totally agree 👍 One of the (very) few channels who’s reviews I watch start to finish. Excellent work...please keep it up 🥇
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Wow, what a detailed review. Keep up the good work👍. Interior is simple and beautiful, perfect. One of the reason I would buy ateca.
Best and most informative review on the internet. Very professionally done.
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Love how much information and detail you give. Really helps when making a decision on which car to buy
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I come from a 2016 Leon FR and have my Ateca FR delivered next week. The driving feel, sportiness is something i was not willing to sacrifice despite needing a little bit of a bigger car. I can't stand driving the spongy feelings some french or asian manufacturers give you. I also really love the reliability i've experienced with all my VAG cars so far. The MQB platform is probably one of the best platforms out there at the moment for this type of car. The Ateca's looks are great, tech is great and the driving is great, why look elsewhere? Oh it's also very affordable compared to others, no compromises for me, all out win!
Hi did you get your on the due date mine has been delayed for 2 months am gutted i should be collecting today
@@josephman3228 Hi mate, well mine was supposed to have a 3 months delivery term, turned out to be five. So 2 months extra seems on point. I've got it since 3 weeks now. Cheers!
Thanks pal sounds about same 3 month then added another 5 weeks so its standard lol I cant wait to get in it I hope it's as good a fun as they say
In the same boat. Currently driving my 16 plate fr leon and looking at the ateca now. Any buying advice now that you've had yours for 3 weeks?
@@oldgregg2057 eh not really. From my experience it feels like an extremely similar car. It's maybe a tiny little less drag race happy. But it's still a nippy car, great cornering feel (no jumping around like some suv's do). And yeah.. you sit higher. Might sound strange, but i really don't like that too much. Guess i especially chose this one to still get a somewhat sporty feel and make my family happy too. All in all, i'm convinced if you're not a coupe lover like me, it's a perfect car for a lot of people, for sure.
Would luv to see how the FR trim has changed.
I've had a FR4 sport tdi for 3 years. The extra torque of the tdi and independent rear suspension of the 4 drive makes all the difference, better handling than most hatchbacks and the dsg makes the most of the torque! Actually got it to 61mpg one leisurely drive through the Cheshire countryside.
Only downside is ,it does wear out all 4 tyres pretty equally ,the Haldex system anticipates the possibility of losing traction with acceleration or fast cornering so it's engaged more than you would think.
Thanks again very much. Very informative
Great review! Very informative!🤗
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It beats all in its class, SQ2, Countryman, T-roc R, Kona, X2 to name a few. Not convinced? I am.
Just bought the lux experience Ateca. Very happy.
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Would you recommend? I need a bigger car and haven’t driven a seat before.
What a brilliant, informative review.
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4:48 I can‘t understand the name of the blue car?
Hi Norah, that's the Renault Kadjar 👍
We're due to change cars in the next few months and for me its a toss up between the skoda karoq or the seat ateca but right now the ateca's at the top of the list plus the fr sport looks better than the karoq ....Great video very informative..
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Will it get the new dashboard like leaon in the 2022 model, or this this unplanned ?
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Over 3 days i got mine Ateca FR 1.5 Automatic. dark camouflage, Cant wait for it.
Once again, fantastic and informative video! 👏🏻
Is there a cover for the boot space? If so, is it a clip in parcel shelf or one of the sliding covers?
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Good, comprehensive review. I was looking between the FR Sport and Xperience Lux. I like the look of the FR Sport better but it lacks some features of the Lux. Not sure why they thought a electric front seat isn't Luxury - for some reason it's on the FR Sport but not the Lux.
My ideal car would be the Lux features with FR Sport looks and electric front seats. The 360 cam which is only on the Lux i could dispense with but i would want the ACC.
I guess this is why SEAT is becoming Cupra.... The Lux is more like a Volkswagen and the FR Sport isn't, so they are just making everything Cupra, where all the cars are sporty but will have different engines and features. Don't want sport?.... buy a Volkswagen or Skoda.
Great review. Actually helped me decide to get the Ateca. The car offers a lot and for me, it looks better than the Skoda. In the review Lexus UX was mentioned as a rival but I think it is far from it. The Lexus has a boot smaller than Seat Ibiza- barely gets two large suitcases. Also, rear passenger space is scarce. Keep up the good work.
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@@rivervalegroup Thank you but I live far from the UK. 😁
I hope VW Group have sorted the terrible issues with the 1.5 Tsi engine.
It’s all gone quiet about that..I have driven a couple of Octavias with that engine and they’ve been fine
Software update fixes all those previous issues... great car from seat with the blessings from VW 🔥🔥🔥
Hey I got the 2021 Ateca 2.0 TDI 150 HP DSG-7 4Drive, and I have the DCC.
That's great to hear! What made you choose this model?
@@rivervalegroup Well I didn't like KIA sportage (didnt like enterior, gearbox, and I always had the feeling that the rear end moves/leans too much in the corners), Nisan Qashqai (too pricy for the trim I wanted, engines offered were too weak), Toyota RAV-4 (too ugly, didn't like the ride), VW Tiguan (too pricy, I hated the new facelift). Then I was gonna test Karoq and Ateca. When I test drove the Ateca, compared to other cars, I liked the torque of the TDI, you just fly off at the traffic lights, it had the best handling, the largest boot, trim that I wanted was reasonably priced and I liked the SEAT Connect feature. I'm regreting that I didn't get the 220V socket and the automatic tailgate. I love that I got the virtual cockpit, 4Drive, KESSY, Seat CONNECT... Only thing I got that I seldom use is the Parking Assist. I drove it for 11000 km, and I loved it.
Pls test the new Skoda Octavia Scout 4*4! 🙏
Thanks for the suggestion, Michael!
Been looking at the Ateca since i passed my test, gonna make the jump from an ibiza 😂
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Detailed review. The Excellence Lux and FR Sport get the virtual digital cockpit display btw.
Thank you for the feedback, Danny 👍
Only the FR Sport and the top of the range lux model comes with the virtual digital cockpit.
@@mattyfay899 you're absolutely right and I've no idea why I typed it like that. Now get back to your Facebook group, you! :D
Confused about the DSG gearshift. In most shots it’s like a conventional gear lever, but in one it’s the new VAG button-like affair. Which is it please? If it differs between specs, I’m thinking about the Xperience trim (or was it Xcellence?)
The DSG shifter is the normal conventional one. The button one your talking about is just on the very latest VAG brand cars ie the new mk4 leon or the new mk8 golf.
@@mattyfay899 thanks for the explanation. Odd then that one shot showed the new VAG shift button
Silver trim thats a bit late 90's
A TECA not attica.
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@@rivervalegroup as always very well done plenty of useful content.
Some of the best auto reviews I've come across, together with speedkar99's engine breakdowns.
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Great review. However, how can you do a review of car and pronounce "Ateca" completely wrong.
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Seat Attica 🤔
Yep, sorry about that!
ATTICA ATTICA ATTICA ATTICA!!!
I’ve family car
Sorry Seat, but you still don’t have heated rear seats in 2021 ?? For me is it big fail !! Skoda Karoq have this for 176€ and USB for security camera for 76€ 👎🏻
Only 2 seats in the back makes it completely irrelevant as a family car..
Not true. I have a 2020 ateca at the moment and have 3 children, 2 boys aged 4 and 6 in car seats and our teenage daughter gets in the middle no problem. It works so well we pick up a new 2021 1.5tsi FR sport on Wednesday. The seats are flat in the back compared to others cars we have had as well. Much easier.
@@johnmorris6344 lol there is no more than 2 seats and a big "thing" in between for no use at all. Letting people sit there just shows the world that you hate that person, your own daughter.. !
@@andersnielsen6044 John’s response doesn’t show the world he hates his daughter. The Ateca is an excellent car and suitable for a lot of families. Stop being abrasive and learn a little kindness. Cheers!
@@andersnielsen6044your kids leave you?
atteca... lol
Very plain dashboard.
Peugeot 3008 much better 👍
Appreciate your honesty 👍
Think you need to work on how you say Ateca🤬🤬! Had to turn the video off less then ten minutes in. If your going to review a car make sure you get the name right first 😉
Sorry about that, Matty 🤷♂️
Wtf