Based on the platform of the Volkswagen Tiguan SUV, which is starting sales this year, the Seat sports a much bolder front end and a radically different rear hatch. It is also slightly smaller, and has only two doors, as opposed to the Tiguan's four. The SEAT Tribu is clearly an SUV, with its generous ground clearance and four-wheel drive system, but its compact shape and sports-car-like detailing will allow it to compete favourably against competing models from the Japanese carmakers.
The Tribu is said to signal a new design theme for Seat, and is the first Seat model penned by former Lamborghini designer Luc Donckerwolke.