subject: The AWD SEAT Alhambra [print this page] The AWD SEAT Alhambra The AWD SEAT Alhambra
The What Car? MPV of the year, the SEAT Alhambra is now getting even better thanks to a new all wheel drive system. From summer SEAT will be making the Alhambra available with the optional permanent all wheel drive system.
The SEAT Alhambra has already made its mark in its sector with its practical body shell concept, maximum flexibility, innovative use of technology and outstanding efficiency. The AWD system will add to these credentials and make the Alhambra the perfect companion for families, leisure use as well as business use.The SEAT Alhambra has already made its mark in its sector with its practical body shell concept, maximum flexibility, innovative use of technology and outstanding efficiency. The AWD system will add to these credentials and make the Alhambra the perfect companion for families, leisure use as well as business use.
This summer will see the new SEAT Alhambra 4WD join the SEAT line-up in SEAT dealers in Kent, it will be available with a 140 PS 2.0 TDI power plant and six-speed manual transmission. A lot of buyers will be interested in the extra stability and safety the AWD Alhambra has to offer, with the wintry conditions of last year still haunting us!
The electronically controlled all-wheel drive is set up for optimum driving dynamics. Due to the sophisticated design of the chassis, the SEAT Alhambra stays true to the spirit of the brand by delivering a surprising level of sporty driving fun - something not usually associated with large MPVs. Yet the SEAT Alhambra's dynamism doesn't come at the expense of long-distance comfort.The electronically controlled all-wheel drive is set up for optimum driving dynamics. Due to the sophisticated design of the chassis, the SEAT Alhambra stays true to the spirit of the brand by delivering a surprising level of sporty driving fun - something not usually associated with large MPVs. Yet the SEAT Alhambra's dynamism doesn't come at the expense of long-distance comfort.
The all-wheel drive system's ECU smoothly and quickly adapts the distribution of torque in line with the driving situation. Key to the system is an electronically controlled and hydraulically operated multi-plate clutch. To further improve the already excellent axle load distribution, the multi-plate clutch is mounted at the end of the drive shaft in front of the rear axle differential - which is also a re-engineered, extremely compact and highly robust component.
