El SEAT Tarraco It is the largest and most complete model offered by the Spanish firm. With it, they complete their SUV portfolio, since they already have in their range the SEAT Arona y SEAT Ateca. In addition, and as is the case with these, it has a commercial name that refers to a Spanish town.
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Test SEAT Tarraco 2.0 EcoTSI 190 CV DSG Xcellence Plus (with video)to choose it, SEAT called a public contest through social networks. There, all denominations were collected, and later a survey was made with the most demanded. These were Ávila, Alborán, Aranda and Tarraco, winning this one with 35,52 percent of the votes. With this name is the one that was known to the current city of Tarragona in the times of the Roman Empire.
The official presentation of the Tarraco took place on September 18, 2018 to start its commercialization at the end of the year, although already as a 2019 model. Unlike the rest of the brand's models, its production is carried out in the mythical plant of Volkswagen in Wolfsburg, Germany. At the end of 2020, it receives a small update based on aesthetic modifications, more equipment and the addition of electrified mechanical versions.
Technical characteristics of the SEAT Tarraco
How could it be otherwise, the Tarraco is developed on the Volkswagen Group's MQB A+ modular platform. Specifically, it adapts a version with an extended wheelbase of the platform, it is the same architecture that is used in other products of the house, such as the Skoda Kodiaq or Volkswagen tiguan allspace, the two in turn can be considered as twinned natural rivals.
Being the largest SUV in the house is demonstrated in quite generous measures that position it perfectly in the D-SUV segment. 4,73 meters long, 1,84 meters wide and 1,66 meters high. To these external dimensions must be added a wheelbase of 2,79 meters. Enough battle to homologate a maximum of seven passengers, the last two located in two retractable seats under the floor of the trunk, (version not available for PHEV models).
These two additional seats are part of the optional equipment of the SEAT Tarraco, as it comes standard with a configuration for five seats. Regarding the cargo volume, a minimum volume of 700 liters for units with seven seats and 760 liters for those with five (610 liters for PHEV models). The maximum volume can grow to 1.775 liters in the first case and 1.920 liters for the second, both obtained by folding down the second row of seats.
Mechanical range and gearboxes of the SEAT Tarraco
As SEAT's most modern SUV, the Tarraco has a range of engines adapted to the new times, complying with the new European emission regulations. The mechanical portfolio of the SEAT Tarraco includes two petrol versions, two diesels and a plug-in hybrid. The latter is positioned as the most powerful of the family. The Tarraco 1.4 develops 245 horsepower, homologates 1,6 liters per 100 kilometers and has an electric range of 49 kilometers.
The gasoline range has two engines. In a first echelon of performance is the turbocharged four-cylinder block called 1.5 TSI. Develops 150 horsepower and 250 Nm of torque. Above it we find the block 2.0 TSI with 190 horsepower and 320 Nm of torque. With seven-speed manual or DSG automatic transmissions, only the most powerful model can be mated with 4Drive all-wheel drive.
As for the diesel offer, only one engine is available. It's about the block 2.0 TDI four-cylinder turbo. In this case it is able to develop two different powers: 150 and 200 horsepower. In the first case, it is associated with a six-speed manual transmission, while in the second, a seven-speed DSG box (optional for the 2.0 hp 150 TDI). Only the 200 horsepower version can offer a 4DRIVE all-wheel drive scheme.
Equipment of the SEAT Tarraco
From the inside out, the Tarraco is offered as a well-finished SUV, as befits its character as SEAT's flagship. Well-chosen materials and a great assembly process leave a high sense of quality perceived by all occupants. As usual, the range is segmented into different levels, with the highest levels having luxury elements such as leather upholstery.
El Tarraco divides its finishes into three different steps: Style, X-Perience and FR. With each one of them, not only is the load of equipment or the available mechanical range modified, but the general design of the vehicle is also altered, going from a basic appearance to a more sporty one thanks to particular elements such as bumpers or wheels up to 19 inches.
In terms of equipment, the SEAT Tarraco has the latest advances from the house. Within the long list of available elements, some stand out such as: Full LED headlights, digital instrument panel, voice control, three-zone climate control, multimedia system with a screen of up to 9,2 inches, connectivity for mobile devices, parking camera , and much more. Of course there is no lack of a wide deployment of driving assistants and safety aids.
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The SEAT Tarraco according to Euro NCAP
The SEAT Tarraco is one of the latest models to pass the demanding Euro NCAP safety tests. After the tests, the overall grade obtained by the Spanish all-road was the maximum possible: 5 stars. The results were as follows. In the event of an accident, protection for adult occupants was 97 percent. The percentage for infants was 84 percent. The hit-and-run test passed it with a remarkable 79 percent. Finally, in active driving aids it obtained 79 percent. These valuations remain valid after receiving minimal updates.
The SEAT Tarraco from Km 0 and second hand
Although the SEAT Tarraco is one of the most current models of the house, in these scarce two years of sale it has achieved a more than reasonable market share. Its driving, equipment, design and habitability allow it to be very loved by buyers. That leaves us with well-stocked secondary sales channels of units, units showing an approximate depreciation percentage of 29%, similar to that of its closest rivals.
If we take a look at the used and second-hand market, we see that the cheapest units are around 23.000 euros. 2019 models with access mechanics with base finish and no more than 25.000 kilometers. On the contrary, there is hardly any market for Km 0. Dealers do not accumulate excessive stock, and the few units available have prices slightly lower than catalog prices.
SEAT Tarraco rivals
The Seat Tarraco is located in the D-SUV segment, one of the most competitive in the market. Therefore, it has a complete list of rivals. Its main rivals are its group brothers, the Kodiaq and the Tiguan Allspace. But in addition to them we can add interesting rival models belonging to the general segment, such as the Hyundai Santa Fe, KIA Sorrento, Renault Koleos, Peugeot 5008 and Nissan X-Trail, among others. All of them are rivals not only for size, but also for seven-seater configuration and similar price.
Highlight
- Materials quality
- equipment possibilities
- Value for money
To improve
- Roominess third row of seats
- Price of some options
- Empty weight
SEAT Tarraco prices
Despite being one of the best D-SUVs in the price-product ratio, the Tarraco is currently SEAT's most expensive model. In the most affordable of cases, the starting price of the SEAT Tarraco is 33.650 euros, without offers or promotions. That value corresponds to a unit with a Style finish and a 1.5-horsepower 150 EcoTSI engine with manual gearbox. Waiting for the PHEV variant to hit the market, the most expensive unit in the family is the Tarraco FR XXL 2.0 TDI with 200 horsepower, DSG transmission and 4Drive traction, its minimum price is 51.143 euros, without offers or promotions.
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