Seat Altea 2004 2.0 FSI
Seat Altea 2004 2.0 petrol description
Minivan / MPV Seat Altea 2004 2.0 FSI has been produced from June, 2004 to June, 2007. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 150 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 200 Nm (Newton metres) on 3500 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt and chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 220 000 and 370 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
2.0 FSI engine, part of the EA827 family, features a lightweight aluminum block with cast-iron liners and a unique timing system. A toothed belt drives the exhaust camshaft, while the intake camshaft is driven by a single-row chain, which also integrates with ...
This Seat Altea 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.6 litres.
Seat Altea 2004 2.0 FSI has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
Seat Altea 2004 2.0 FSI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 203 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Seat Altea 2004 2.0 FSI fuel consumption is 8.4 litres per 100km (11.9 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 11.7 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 640 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 840 kilometers on highway.
Seat Altea safety
During safety testing Seat Altea has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Seat Altea is evaluated with five stars, children safety - with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Seat Altea got three stars.
Seat Altea 2004 2.0 FSI technical data
| Model: | Seat Altea 2.0 FSI | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Minivan / MPV | ||
| Production period: | 2004. June ... 2007. June | ||
| Engine: | 1984 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 203 g/km |
| Power: | 150 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 200 NM ON 3500 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 203 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.1 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.4 (combined) 11.7 (urban) 6.5 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres (14.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.28m (length) 1.77m (width) 1.57m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | ||
| Gross weight: | 1400 kg | ||
Seat Altea 2004 2.0 FSI engine BVY
Engine reliability and common problems:
2.0 FSI engine, part of the EA827 family, features a lightweight aluminum block with cast-iron liners and a unique timing system. A toothed belt drives the exhaust camshaft, while the intake camshaft is driven by a single-row chain, which also integrates with the variable valve timing mechanism. The timing regulator is positioned at the rear of the exhaust camshaft.A distinctive feature of the 2.0 FSI engine is its complex exhaust system. Exhaust gases are directed into two separate pipes immediately monitored by two wideband lambda sensors and pre-catalysts. Further down the system are two planar lambda sensors, after which the pipes merge into a single collector leading to a NOx storage catalyst.
In practice, these engines often last up to 400,000 kilometers without major repairs if properly maintained. However, they are sensitive to low temperatures, with starting issues commonly reported in freezing conditions below -17°C. In such cases, the ECU delivers an overly rich air-fuel mixture, flooding the spark plugs. A common workaround is a coolant temperature sensor bypass trick, which "tricks" the ECU into seeing a warmer engine.
The direct injection system is highly sensitive to fuel quality. Intake valves accumulate carbon deposits quickly, reducing their ability to close tightly. The phase regulator on the intake camshaft and the fuel pump drive lifter are also prone to early wear. Thin oil control rings often coke up by 100,000 km, leading to increased oil consumption.
Another weak point is the brittle plastic coolant distribution fitting at the rear of the cylinder head, which is prone to deformation and coolant leaks over time. This part typically requires replacement with a new original fitting.
The short chain connecting camshafts has limited lifespan. Chain stretching often causes noise, such as rattling or ticking, at 100,000 km or even earlier. This issue is exacerbated by wear on the hydraulic tensioner, which can leak oil and fail to maintain proper chain tension.
Despite these weaknesses, with proper maintenance and timely component replacements, the 2.0 FSI engine can offer reliable long-term performance.
Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
| Engine displacement | 1984 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 82.5 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 92.8 mm |
| Compression ratio | 11.5 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain and belt |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Seat Altea 2004 2.0 FSI oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 4.6 litres (4.9 quarts) |
| Power | 150 HP ON 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 NM ON 3500 RPM |
| Engine manufacturer | Volkswagen (VW) |
| Start of production (year) | 2005 |
| Duration of production | 5 years |
| Engine also used on | Volkswagen Passat Volkswagen Golf Audi A3 Seat Leon and 6 other models |
All Seat Altea minivan [2004 - 2009] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Seat Altea 2006 1.4 16V
Jun 2006 — Jun 2007 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.4 Petrol | 85 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Seat Altea 2004 1.6 Jun 2004 — Jun 2007 | 1.6 Petrol | 102 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Seat Altea 2007 1.8 TFSI
Jun 2007 — Jan 2009 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.8 Petrol | 160 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Seat Altea 2004 1.9 TDi
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 105 HP | 5.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Seat Altea 2007 1.9 TDi Jun 2007 — Jan 2009 | 1.9 Diesel | 105 HP | - | Automatic (6) |
| Seat Altea 2004 2.0 FSI Jun 2004 — Jun 2007 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Seat Altea 2004 2.0 FSI Jun 2004 — Jun 2007 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
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Seat Altea 2006 2.0 TFSI FR
Jun 2006 — Jan 2009 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.7 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Seat Altea 2004 2.0 TDi | 2.0 Diesel | 140 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Seat Altea 2004 2.0 TDi | 2.0 Diesel | 140 HP | 6.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
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Seat Altea 2006 2.0 TDi
Mar 2006 — Jan 2009 Most powerfull diesel version (170 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 170 HP | 6.2 l/100km | Manual (6) |