Seat Exeo 2008–2011 car dimensions: 4661 mm long, 1772 mm wide and 1430 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,385 kg. Braked towing is 1,800 kg.
Dual-zone climate control comes standard on every Exeo. Cruise control is fitted as standard too. Rear parking sensors appear on mid and higher grades, with front sensors optional in packs. An optional navigation unit adds a 6.5-inch colour screen. No automatic emergency braking, blind-spot warning, lane-keep assist or reversing camera is available.
The saloon boot measures 460 litres with the rear seats up. The 60/40-split rear seats fold to give 833 litres.
Braked towing capacity reaches 1800 kg on stronger engines and drops to around 1300-1600 kg on others. unbraked is 750 kg. Payload sits near 560 kg. The multi-link chassis from the Audi A4 keeps the car stable when towing light trailers or carrying loads.
The cabin feels spacious thanks to generous interior dimensions and high-quality materials. Dual-zone Climatronic climate control is standard on all versions. Front seats provide solid support for long drives with height adjustment standard and lumbar support on Style and Sport. Optional twelve-way electric front seats with driver memory are available. Optional double-glazed acoustic glass reduces cabin noise. An optional electric glass or solar sliding roof can be fitted.
Euro NCAP 4-star rating
Standard ABS, ESP, EBA and 6-7 airbags including driver knee airbag
ISOFIX with Top Tether on outer rear seats
LongLife flexible service up to 30 000 km or 2 years
70-litre fuel tank
Petrol engines range from 1.6 to 2.0 TSI and diesels are 2.0 TDI common-rail units. Brochure combined figures sit around 7.5-7.9 l/100 km for petrol versions with diesels lower. The tank holds 70 litres.
Service uses SEAT LongLife flexible intervals based on driving style and conditions. Maximum is 30 000 km or 24 months for oil-change service. Fixed intervals of 15 000 km or 12 months apply without LongLife oil. Inspection follows the service indicator.
Safety kit is strong for the class. Standard equipment includes dual-stage front airbags, side and curtain airbags, driver knee airbag in many markets, pretensioners, active front headrests, ABS, ESP with traction control and brake assist. Rear side airbags are optional. Euro NCAP awarded 4 stars in 2010 with 77 percent adult and 81 percent child protection.
The car shares Audi A4 B7 underpinnings so parts supply is good. Regular oil and filter changes plus attention to the multi-link suspension keep it reliable. Dual-zone climate and optional quiet glass make everyday use comfortable.
Length 4661 mm, Width 1772 mm, Height 1430 mm, Wheelbase 2642 mm (Exeo 2008–2011)
Sources: manufacturer data, SEAT SSP 122, auto-data.net, ADAC, autoevolution.com, autocentrum.pl, carexpert.ru.