Seat Arosa 6H, facelift 2000 1.2 TDI 3L (61 Hp)
Seat Arosa:
The SEAT Arosa is a city car that was manufactured by the Spanish automaker SEAT from 1997 to 2004. The model débuted in March 1997 at the Geneva Motor Show, while its facelifted version was presented in October 2000 at the Paris Motor Show. It shared a platform with the Volkswagen Lupo and was mostly identical apart from equipment, styling and trim levels.
The successor, SEAT Mii, started production in December 2011.
Named after Vilagarcía de Arousa, a municipality in the province of Pontevedra, Spain, it was only available as a three door, four-seater hatchback....(Read more on Wikipedia)
6H, facelift 2000 Overview:
Seat Arosa (6H, facelift 2000). With 140 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~3.6 l/100km). Weighing only 860 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14.7 s). The top speed reaches 164 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Efficiency-focused engine (61 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 14.7 sec).
- • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.
Cons:
- • Compact cargo space (130 L); may require careful packing.
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | Seat |
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| Model: | Arosa |
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| Generation: | 6H, facelift 2000 |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.2 TDI 3L (61 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 2000 |
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| End of production: | 2005 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Hatchback |
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| Seats: | 4 |
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| Doors: | 3 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 61 Hp @ 4000 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 51.2 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 140 Nm @ 1800 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | ANY |
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| Engine displacement: | 1191 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Fuel injection system: | Pump-nozzle (Unit Injector) |
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| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
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| Valvetrain: | OHC |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 76.5 mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 86.4 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: | 3.6 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 2.7 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 14.7 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 14.7 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 164 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 14.1 kg/Hp, 70.9 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.1 kg/Nm, 162.8 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 14 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 860 |
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| Max. weight: | 1200 |
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| Max load: | 340 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 790 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 130 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 34 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 3529 mm |
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| Width: | 1621 mm |
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| Height: | 1455 mm |
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| Wheelbase: | 2319 mm |
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| Front track: | 1425 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1400 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.8 m |
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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 | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Disc |
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| Rear brakes | Drum |
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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 | 155/65R14 |
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| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
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| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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