Seat Ibiza III (facelift 2006) FR 1.9 TDi (130 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 (facelift 2006) Overview:
Seat Ibiza (III (facelift 2006)). With 310 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~6.6 l/100km). Weighing only 1190 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.4 s). The top speed reaches 207 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 (54 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 17.9 sec).
- • Balanced fuel consumption of 5.9 L/100 km for its class.
- • 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(III: 2002 - 2006).
| General: |
| Brand: | Seat |
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| Model: | Ibiza |
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| Generation: | III (facelift 2006) |
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| Modification (Engine): | FR 1.9 TDi (130 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 2006 |
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| End of production: | 2008 |
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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: | 130 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 68.6 Hp/l [22mm more] |
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| Torque: | 310 Nm @ 1900 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | ASZ, BLT More details about the engine ASZ, BLT |
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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: | Pump-nozzle (Unit Injector) |
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| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
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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: | 6.6 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.1 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.4 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.4 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 207 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.2 kg/Hp, 109.2 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.8 kg/Nm, 260.5 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.9 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1190 |
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| Max. weight: | 1675 |
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| Max load: | 485 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1030 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 265 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 3977 mm mm [22mm more] |
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| Width: | 1698 mm mm [2mm less] |
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| Height: | 1441 mm mm [1mm more] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2460 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
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| Front track: | 1535 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1524 mm |
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| Ride height (ground clearance): | 130 mm |
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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 | 6 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Disc |
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| Tires size | 185/60 R14; 195/50 R15; 205/45 R16 |
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| Wheel rims size | 14; 15; 16 |
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If you could change one thing about the Seat Ibiza, what would it be?