SEAT Toledo
SEAT Toledo SEAT Toledo
Toledo is not only the former capital of Spain, but also one of the most popular Seat models. The first and second generations were in high demand throughout Europe. But the third, with a “face with an uncommon expression”, failed: a peculiar design a la minivan scared away buyers. The model was even discontinued ahead of schedule, and for a while a hole gaped in the CEAT model line.
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WE MEET SOMEWHERE
If all the previous “toledos” were built on the Golf platform (remember that the Spanish company is part of the Volkswagen concern?), Then the last generation came out of the narrower “Polo Sedan” overcoat, although outwardly nothing had anything to do with it. But from another relative - the Skoda-Rapid liftback - the novelty differs only in nuances like a radiator grill, front and rear lighting and other rims. These machines will even be produced at the same factory. In short, twin brothers. Only now I managed to get acquainted with the “Czech” a couple of months earlier, and the Spaniards were in no hurry with the driving presentation.
Finishing materials are not rich, but the interior is not perceived by the poor
Finishing materials are not rich, but the interior is not perceived by the poor. Finishing materials are not rich, but the interior is not perceived by the poor.
I sit behind the wheel and understand: everything here, except for a different instrument design, is familiar from the Rapid. The same laconic design, a similar set of equipment, including a rare for this class multimedia system with a touch screen and navigator. The multifunctional steering wheel is adjustable in two planes and trimmed with perforated leather - I don’t want to let out such hands. Liked chairs: comfortable profile, impressive ranges of movements. Finding a comfortable fit is easy. True, no matter how you sit down, visibility is unimportant. Outside mirrors are small, and even in the narrow rear window there is little to see. In general, parking sensors for this car are not a whim, but the necessary equipment. True, it, as well as climate control, fog lights that can look into a turn, and the aforementioned navigator, will be installed only in richly equipped versions.
Unlike Rapida, there is a different, more informative digitization of instruments
Unlike Rapida, there is a different, more informative digitization of instruments. Unlike Rapida, there is a different, more informative digitization of instruments.
And the rear passengers in Toledo can live on a grand scale - hardly anyone offers such open space for knees in this segment (with the exception of the Rapid, of course). True, in the shoulders and in height the reserve is no longer champion (although we are not talking about crowding). The floor tunnel could be smaller, and the air ducts would not hurt. What can not be faulted is the trunk - it is outstanding here! And how else to call the volume of 550 liters (according to the manufacturer), and this is with a full-size spare tire under the floor! Here a couple of huge suitcases can get lost. If you fold the seats of the second row, then the capacity can be brought up to one and a half cubic meters. Not every golf wagon will provide such an impressive amount.
Few classmates can argue about the amount of space in the back row with the Toledo
Few classmates can argue about the amount of space in the back row with the Toledo. Few classmates can argue about the amount of space in the back row with the Toledo.
By the way, in the trunk of the Rapida there were comfortable nets that fixed the luggage. SEAT deprived of them. I did not find in it convenient pockets in the sides of the front seats, holders for smartphones in cup holders, an ice scraper that is secured under the gas tank flap. Hint that Toledo will be cheaper than Rapida?
A bunch of suitcases in the trunk just dissolves
A bunch of suitcases in the trunk just dissolves. A bunch of suitcases in the trunk just dissolves.
WHO WILL WIN?
The strengths of the car include a wide range of engines: two diesel engines (although they are unlikely to appear in Russia) and four gasoline engines. I bypassed the modest 75- and 85-strong modifications - their power will cause little enthusiasm. Here's a version with a 1.2-liter 105-horsepower turbo engine - another thing.
The engine filled the interior with a light but noticeable buzz: the sound insulation here is rather weak. I’ve noticed this in Rapida. On the other hand, direct competitors, which include Kia-Rio, Hyundai-Solaris and Volkswagen Polo Sedan, are no better with this. But, unlike them, SEAT has a 6-speed manual. The "Spaniard" is riding smartly - he is ready to accelerate at any second, and in the left lane of the highway he is not superfluous. The best part is that the average fuel consumption following the trip only slightly exceeded 6 l / 100 km. For a gasoline car - an excellent result.
With a 122-horsepower turbo engine, the Toledo is very fast. Nevertheless, the Spaniards hinted that in the future a hot version might appear - FR
With a 122-horsepower turbo engine, the Toledo is very fast. Nevertheless, the Spaniards hinted that in the future a hot version might appear - FR. With a 122-horsepower turbo engine, the Toledo is very fast. Nevertheless, the Spaniards hinted that in the future a hot version might appear - FR.
If you don’t want to shift gears manually, there’s only one alternative: a version with a 1.4-liter turbo engine. The DSG transmission is offered only to her. Passed through this box 122 "horses" give the car excellent dynamics. Only 9.5 s is required for her to reach hundreds, and the speed ceiling is 206 km / h. The competitors mentioned above cannot oppose anything here.
Driving performance "Toledo" is clearly imprisoned under the autobahn. A stiffer suspension guarantees unshakable stability on a straight line and small rolls in corners. But if there are bumps, it shakes harder than we would like.
While the car is offered exclusively with a liftback body. Later, possibly, the station wagon will appear
While the car is offered exclusively with a liftback body. Later, possibly, the station wagon will appear. While the car is offered exclusively with a liftback body. Later, possibly, the station wagon will appear.
However, the cars of the Russian market will gain a package for bad roads, which will result in an increase in clearance to 150 mm - the car will become less sensitive to flaws in asphalt. It will be possible to verify this in February - it is for this month that the first deliveries are planned. Prices and specifications are still unknown, but the Spaniards promise a very good offer. The novelty, in their opinion, will be able to chop off a considerable share of the market. It would not have regretted at Skoda about their decision to postpone the launch of Rapida in Russia for 2014.
BROTHER FROM THE CZECH REPUBLIC
Skoda Rapid
"Skoda Rapid" "Skoda Rapid"
The brother of Toledo is the Czech Rapid. Outwardly, it differs slightly, but thanks to some little things - more practical and functional. Skoda promised to start selling it in Russia this winter, but now the debut has been postponed.
