Seat Ibiza III 1.9 SDi (64 Hp)
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 125 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~6.2 l/100km). Weighing only 1107 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 17 s). The top speed reaches 163 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(II (facelift 1999): 1999 - 2002).
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| Brand: | Seat |
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| Model: | Ibiza |
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| Generation: | III |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.9 SDi (64 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 2002 |
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| End of production: | 2006 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Hatchback |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 3-5 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 64 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 33.8 Hp/l [76mm more] |
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| Torque: | 125 Nm @ 1600-2800 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | ASY More details about the engine ASY |
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| Engine displacement: | 1896 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
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| Coolant: | 5 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 79.5 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 95.5 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 19.5:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 6.2 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 3.9 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.7 l/100 km |
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| Emission standard: | Euro 3 |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 17 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 17 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 163 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 17 kg/Hp, 58.7 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.7 kg/Nm, 114.7 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 16.2 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1090-1125 |
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| Max. weight: | 1585-1620 |
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| Max. roof load: | 75 kg |
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| Max load: | 495 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 960 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 267 l |
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| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1000 kg |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
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| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 600 kg |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 3953 mm mm [76mm more] |
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| Width: | 1698 mm mm [58mm more] |
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| Height: | 1441 mm mm [19mm more] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2460 mm mm [17mm more] |
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| Front track: | 1419 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1408 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.6 m [above average] |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 256x22 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Drum, 200x40 mm [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 185/60 R14; 195/55 R15 |
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| Wheel rims size | 6J x 14; 6J x 15 |
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| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
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| Rear suspension | Trailing arm, Torsion |
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