Seat Alhambra 2010–2020 car dimensions: 4854 mm long, 1904 mm wide and 1720 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,723 kg. Braked towing is 2,200 kg.
The cabin has a colour touchscreen of 5 or 6.5 inches as standard with media systems that support Bluetooth audio. Three-zone climate control is standard to manage temperature for driver, front passenger and rear. Cruise control is standard from mid trims. Front and rear parking sensors come on SE grades and above. Full Link for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay is available on later models or as option. Front Assist automatic emergency braking, Lane Assist and Blind Spot Detection are offered on higher trims or via multi-function camera packs. Reversing camera pairs with navigation on select grades.
Boot space starts at 267 litres with all seven seats in place. Folding the third row gives 658 litres. Dropping the second and third rows creates 2297 litres of flat load area. The easy-fold seats drop into the floor without needing removal.
Diesel versions tow up to 2200 kg braked while petrol versions reach 1800 kg. Unbraked towing is 750 kg across the range. Payload sits around 650 kg depending on engine and seating. An optional tow bar is listed. Sliding doors and the large flat boot suit family hauling or light work duties. Standard comfort suspension is fitted with sports options on higher grades.
The cabin feels spacious and airy with seven full-size seats that slide, recline and fold flat into many layouts for flexible family use. Comfort front seats include height and lumbar adjustment as standard, while higher grades add 12-way power adjustment plus heating. optional massage seats provide lumbar relief. Three-zone climate control lets driver, passenger and rear set their own temperatures. Storage is plentiful with armrests, cupholders, tables on seatbacks and roof compartments, giving a practical everyday feel.
Euro NCAP 5-star rating in 2010. 4-star in 2019 retest
Seven airbags standard including driver knee airbag
ESC with EBA, ISOFIX with Top Tether, tyre pressure monitoring and multi-collision braking standard
Tiredness recognition system standard
Fuel tank capacity 70 litres
Service intervals flexible LongLife or fixed, typically 15,000-30,000 km or 1-2 years
Engines include 1.4 and 2.0 TSI petrol plus 2.0 TDI diesels in several power outputs, with Ecomotive versions focused on lower consumption. Official combined figures range across the line depending on engine and gearbox. Start/stop is widely fitted to cut waste in traffic.
Servicing follows either fixed schedules or flexible LongLife intervals shown on the dash, commonly oil and filter changes with inspections at 15,000-30,000 km or yearly to two-yearly. A digital maintenance plan records work at dealers. Brake fluid changes every two years are typical.
Safety kit starts strong with seven airbags, ESC, hill hold, seatbelt reminders for all seats and electric child locks. Higher or later cars add options such as blind-spot detection, lane assist and traffic-sign recognition. The 2010 five-star Euro NCAP score reflects solid adult and child protection for its time.
Living with the car centres on its sliding side doors, power tailgate options and seats that drop flat for big loads. Regular services and checks on electrics, air-con and DSG gearboxes (where fitted) keep it reliable for family duties.
Length 4854 mm, Width 1904 mm, Height 1720 mm, Wheelbase 2919 mm (Alhambra 2010–2020)
Sources: manufacturer data, SEAT Alhambra technical brochure, auto-data.net/autoevolution.