The 2020 SEAT Tarraco 2.0 TDI SE Technology is a refreshing alternative in the world of big seven-seaters. While many buyers default to the usual suspects from Volkswagen, Skoda, or even premium German brands, the Tarraco offers something a little different, the same solid underpinnings, a well-sorted chassis, and a bit of SEAT?s trademark Spanish flair. It?s the thinking person?s VW Group SUV, all the substance, but with a more distinctive edge. Under the bonnet, the 2.0-litre TDI diesel delivers 150bhp, offering plenty of pulling power whether you?re carrying a full load of passengers or cruising on the motorway. The six-speed manual gearbox feels precise, and the ride strikes a fine balance between comfort and engagement. Unlike some lumbering seven-seaters, the Tarraco actually feels good to drive, with well-weighted steering and a composed chassis that makes it feel smaller on the road than its size suggests. Inside, the SE Technology trim ensures you?re well catered for, with an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, sat-nav, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a cabin that feels solidly put together. The seven-seat layout is genuinely usable, with decent space in the third row for occasional use and a generous boot when in five-seat mode. It?s practical, stylish, and has that extra bit of character that some rivals lack. For those looking for a well-engineered, spacious family SUV but don?t want to follow the herd, the SEAT Tarraco is a brilliant left-field choice. It?s got all the Volkswagen Group know-how but with a fresher design and a more engaging drive. Different? Yes. But in all the right ways.