Excellent level of factory fitted safety items from front seatbelt pretensioners to passenger and driver airbags come as standard with ABS brakes. Although there is no remote locking facility on the SEAT, the fitting of deadlocks ensure that the chances of a casual break-in are reduced to almost nil. Engine immobiliser and alarms are also good safeguards.

The seats fold, tumble and can be removed for almost van-like practicality. The seats can be fitted in a number of versatile. There’s loads of space for seven, but luggage space is restricted. When used as a five-seater, it’s roomy for all and there’s plenty of room for bags.