Seat Ibiza III 1.4 16V (75 Hp) Automatic


Seat Ibiza:

The SEAT Ibiza is a supermini car that has been manufactured by Spanish car manufacturer SEAT since 1984. It is SEAT's best-selling car. The Ibiza is named after the Spanish island of Ibiza and was the second SEAT model to be named after a Spanish location, after the SEAT Málaga. It was introduced at the 1984 Paris Motor Show as the first car developed by SEAT as an independent company, although it was designed by SEAT in collaboration with well-known firms including Italdesign, Karmann, and Porsche....(Read more on Wikipedia)

III Overview:

Seat Ibiza (III). With 128 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.2 l/100km). Weighing only 1035 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 15.6 s). The top speed reaches 170 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Efficiency-focused engine (115 hp), ideal for city commuting.
  • • Respectable acceleration of 10.1 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
  • • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.

Cons:

  • • Compact cargo space (265 L); may require careful packing.
  • • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.


Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV: February, 2008 - June, 2010).

General:
Brand:Seat
Model:Ibiza
Generation:III
Modification (Engine):1.4 16V (75 Hp) Automatic
Start of production:January, 2002
End of production:2006
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Hatchback
Seats:5
Doors:3-5
Engine:
Power:75 Hp @ 5000 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:54 Hp/l [97mm less]
Torque:128 Nm @ 3300 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:BBY, BKY More details about the engine BBY, BKY
Engine displacement:1390
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:4
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:OHC
Engine oil capacity:3.2 l
Coolant:6 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:76.5 mm mm
Piston Stroke:75.6 mm mm
Compression ratio:10.5:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:10.2 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:5.8 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:7.4 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:15.6 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:15.6 sec
Maximum speed:170 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:13.8 kg/Hp, 72.5 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:8.1 kg/Nm, 123.7 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:14.8 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1035
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:1030 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:265 l
Fuel tank capacity:45 l
Size:
Length:3955 mm mm [97mm less]
Width:1700 mm mm [7mm more]
Height:1440 mm mm [5mm less]
Wheelbase:2460 mm mm [9mm less]
Front track:1435 mm
Rear (Back) track:1425 mm
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears4
Transmission typeAutomatic
Front brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDisc
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size185/60 R14
Wheel rims size14
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionSpring Strut

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