Especificaciones y análisis del SEAT Exeo
Power
170HP
Torque
350Nm
Consumption
5.4l/100
Emissions
142g/km
0-100 km/h
8.6s
Top Speed
224km/h
Weight
1590kg
Price
29,450€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 6v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
442 L
70 L
125 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the SEAT Exeo ST Sport 2.0 TDI CR 170 CV (2011-2012)
General description
The 2012 SEAT Exeo ST Sport 2.0 TDI CR 170 hp is presented as a family option with a sporty touch. Derived from the previous generation Audi A4, this Exeo ST combines the practicality of a family body with a powerful and efficient diesel engine, offering an interesting alternative in the mid-size sedan segment.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel of the Exeo ST Sport, the feeling is one of solidity and poise. The 170 hp 2.0 TDI engine pulls strongly from low revs, thanks to its 350 Nm of torque, which facilitates overtakes and recoveries. The 6-speed manual gearbox is precise and contributes to a rewarding driving experience. The suspension, with deformable parallelogram on both axles and anti-roll bars, offers a good balance between comfort and dynamism, allowing you to enjoy the road without sacrificing comfort on long journeys. The hydraulically assisted, speed-sensitive steering provides good feedback, making the car feel agile despite its size. It reaches 224 km/h and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.6 seconds, respectable figures for a diesel family car.
Design and aesthetics
The design of the SEAT Exeo ST, although based on the Audi A4 B7, was adapted to integrate SEAT's identity. The family body (ST) gives it an elegant and functional silhouette. The lines are fluid and timeless, with a front end that incorporates the brand's characteristic grille and headlights that give it a determined look. The 17-inch wheels with 225/45 R17 tires, along with the Sport configuration, enhance its dynamic character. The interior, although not the most modern for its time, stands out for the quality of materials and adjustments, inheriting Audi's good craftsmanship. It offers a 442-liter trunk, practical for daily use and travel.
Technology and features
In terms of technology, the 2012 Exeo ST Sport 2.0 TDI CR incorporates a common rail direct injection diesel engine, turbo with variable geometry and intercooler, which guarantees efficient power delivery and a combined consumption of 5.4 l/100km, with CO2 emissions of 142 g/km (Euro 5). Although it does not have the latest innovations in infotainment or driving assistants that we see today, its mechanical technology is robust and proven. The speed-sensitive hydraulic power steering and 312 mm front ventilated disc brakes ensure adequate control and safety for its segment.
Competition
At the time, the SEAT Exeo ST Sport 2.0 TDI CR 170 hp competed with models such as the Volkswagen Passat Variant, the Ford Mondeo Sportbreak, the Opel Insignia Sports Tourer, or the Skoda Octavia Combi. Compared to them, the Exeo ST offered an interesting value proposition, combining Audi's build quality with a more accessible price and a touch of sportiness characteristic of SEAT. Its powerful and efficient diesel engine was a strong point against the competition.
Conclusion
The SEAT Exeo ST Sport 2.0 TDI CR 170 hp is a car that, despite its age, remains a very competent option for those looking for a powerful, reliable, and dynamically well-behaved diesel family car. Its Audi heritage gives it a build quality superior to the average in its segment, and its engine offers an excellent balance between performance and consumption. It is an honest, practical car with a touch of emotion that makes it stand out.