Seat Tarraco information: everything you need to know if you own it, are thinking of buying one or just want to find out more about Spain's latest seven-seat, larger SUV range-topper that sits above the Seat Ateca. Click on the links below for all of CAR magazine’s news, reviews, videos, scoops and spy photos of the Tarraco range.
Background
This is cookie cutter product planning - the Seat version of the longer MQB-AO platform, or Spain's take on the Skoda Kodiaq and VW Tiguan Allspace. The slightly longer wheelbase means there's space for a third row of seats, making this a seven-seater. For more information on the Tarraco, click on our further stories on the links below.
60sec road test
The Seat Tarraco is entirely as expected: it drives in a very similar fashion to its group peers, owing to the high degree of shared componentry. It's mildly disappointing that it looks so similar too. But real-world consumers are less likely to notice the similarities and we should focus on the positives. It's a comfy place to sit, build quality is good and the extra row of seats provides some welcome flexibility. Just remember they're best suited to kids, not grown-ups, unless for short journeys. It's good to drive, too, and the ride, handling and performance are all class competitive.
The one we’d buy
Too early to call
The one we’d avoid like the plague
Keep the prices sensible and the Seat Tarraco is a wise family purchase
Rivals to consider
Hyundai Santa Fe, Kia Sorento, Peugeot 5008, Skoda Kodiaq, VW Tiguan Allspace
For
Space, decent value, some knock-out VW Group infotainment and connectivity tech, decent to drive...
Against
Shame it's so similar to its VW Group clones, slightly lacking in character as as result
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