SEAT Toledo 1.6 S 4d (1999/V) Owner Review
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Economy
Costs
Expensive main dealer, many faults, high depreciation.
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On the road
Driving
Good handling. Poor visibility out of rear window.
Performance
1.6 engine is underpowered for size of car. High revs at motorway speed.
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Living with it
Reliability
Has only broken down once, but many problems with poor running and premature failure of parts.
Comfort
Driving comfortable, but rear seat leg space limited.
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Security and Service
Security
Has alarm and immobiliser, but have heard of security problems with electric windows.
Service
Very poor, slow, reluctant to solve problems, expensive.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Uneven idling and surging below 2000rpm. Starter motor grinding.
Other
Split brake servo vacuum pipe - resulting in loss of power assistance to brakes. Brake disks wear quickly. Air con compressor bearing replaced for £30, dealer wanted £250 for entire clutch assembly.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No