Seat Arosa 6H, facelift 2000 1.4 MPi (60 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 116 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.3 l/100km). Weighing only 899 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14.2 s). The top speed reaches 160 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): | 1.4 MPi (60 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 2000 |
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| End of production: | June, 2004 |
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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: | 60 Hp @ 4700 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 43.2 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 116 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | AKK, ANW, AUD |
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| Engine displacement: | 1390 |
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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: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 3.2 l |
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| Coolant: | 5.6 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 76.5 mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 75.6 mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.3 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.9 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC): | 6.1 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC): | 8.3 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC): | 4.9 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.1 l/100 km |
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| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 14.2 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 14.2 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 160 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 15 kg/Hp, 66.7 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.8 kg/Nm, 129 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13.5 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 899 |
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| Max. weight: | 1400 |
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| Max load: | 501 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 790 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 130 l |
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| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 800 kg |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 34 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 3551 mm |
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| Width: | 1639 mm |
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| Height: | 1460 mm |
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| Wheelbase: | 2323 mm |
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| Front track: | 1392 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1400 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.1 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 | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Disc |
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| Rear brakes | Drum |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 185/55 R14 |
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| Wheel rims size | 6J x 14 |
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| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson, Transverse stabilizer |
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| Rear suspension | Trailing arm, Elastic beam |
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