Can the Rear Seats of Santana Be Folded Down?
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The rear seats of the Santana cannot be folded down. The rear seats of this model are fixed with screws and can only be removed, not folded. Below is relevant information about car rear seats: Split-folding Rear Seats: Split-folding rear seats refer to rear seat backs that can be folded down in proportions. Compared to full-folding rear seats, split-folding offers greater flexibility, allowing only half of the seat back to be folded down for placing large items while the remaining portion can still accommodate passengers. Full-folding Rear Seats: Full-folding rear seats refer to rear seat backs that fold as a single unit. When transporting large items requiring more space, the entire rear seat back can be folded down to gain additional room. The drawback of full-folding rear seats is that they cannot accommodate passengers when folded down.
I've been driving a Santana for several years, and the rear seat folding function is truly practical. Most new models support this feature—just find the pull handle at the top of the seatback and give it a tug to lay it flat. I remember when I moved last time, I stuffed my skis and toolbox right in, instantly gaining half a meter of extra trunk space. However, the older classic Santana models don’t have this feature, as the seats are welded in place. When folding the seats, pay attention to the latch position and remove the headrest first to avoid it getting stuck. Occasionally, if the seat doesn’t lie completely flat, the cushion might be caught on the rear seatbelt buckle—just lift the cushion slightly and press it down again. This feature is especially handy for transporting pets or potted plants, but remember to lay down a mat to prevent scratches.
As a frequent long-distance driver, the fold-down rear seats of the Santana have been a lifesaver for me. For most models after 2013 (excluding very old versions), simply pulling the silver latches on both sides of the backrest allows the seats to lie completely flat. Last time I helped a friend transport painting frames, the 1.8-meter length fit easily. However, three points require attention: First, the trunk partition must be removed when folding down; second, ensure seatbelt buckles don't get stuck in gaps; third, it's not recommended to drive with seats folded. Some higher trim models feature 40/60 split-folding functionality, allowing flexible arrangement of passenger and cargo space. I've tried folding just one side to take kids to school while keeping the other side available for passengers.
