SEAT Exeo
A Spanish-built executive saloon based on the proven Audi A4 (B7) platform.
- Power
- 143 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 8.9 s
- Top speed
- 133 mph
About the SEAT Exeo
The SEAT Exeo was introduced as a cost-effective entry into the executive saloon market, effectively repurposing the tooling and architecture of the B7-generation Audi A4. While the exterior received SEAT-specific front and rear styling, the interior was largely lifted from the Audi A4 Cabriolet, offering a higher level of fit and finish than previous SEAT models. The 2.0 TDI variant featured Volkswagen Group's common-rail diesel technology, providing better refinement than the older Pumpe-Düse units. It remains a popular used choice for those seeking Audi-level engineering and chassis dynamics at a significantly lower price point.
SEAT Exeo specs
The SEAT Exeo produces 143 bhp (107 kW) and 320 Nm (236 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 8.9 seconds and has a top speed of 133 mph (214 km/h).
| Make | SEAT |
|---|---|
| Model | Exeo |
| Trim | 2.0 TDI |
| Years | 2008–2013 |
| Type | Saloon |
| Body style | Saloon |
| Country | Spain |
| Production | About 81,552 built |
| Engine | 2.0-litre turbocharged inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,968 cc (2.0 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 143 bhp (107 kW) at 4,200 rpm |
| Torque | 320 Nm (236 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 5,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 8.9 s |
| Top speed | 133 mph (214 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,455 kg (3,208 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 98 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
SEAT Exeo rarity in CarSpot
The SEAT Exeo is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 11 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
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SEAT Exeo fun facts
- To begin production, SEAT transported the entire Audi A4 (B7) assembly line from Ingolstadt, Germany, to its Martorell plant in Spain using 1,200 lorries.
- The Exeo's dashboard is actually taken from the Audi A4 Cabriolet rather than the A4 Saloon because it featured round air vents that better suited SEAT's brand identity.
- Despite its Audi roots, the Exeo featured over 1,000 new parts and updated suspension settings to give it a slightly sportier feel than the original B7 A4.