Seat Ibiza III Cupra 1.8 i 20V (180 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 245 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.9 l/100km). Weighing only 1177 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.3 s). The top speed reaches 230 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:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (180 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Respectable acceleration of 7.3 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.
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: May, 2002 - May, 2005).
| General: |
| Brand: | Seat |
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| Model: | Ibiza |
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| Generation: | III |
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| Modification (Engine): | Cupra 1.8 i 20V (180 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | May, 2004 |
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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: | 180 Hp @ 5800 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 101.1 Hp/l [Same length.] |
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| Torque: | 245 Nm @ 2000 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | BBU, BLZ More details about the engine BBU, BLZ |
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| Engine displacement: | 1781 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 5 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
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| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
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| Coolant: | 5 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 81 mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 86.4 mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.9 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.1 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7.3 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7.3 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 230 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.5 kg/Hp, 152.9 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.8 kg/Nm, 208.2 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.9 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1177 |
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| Max. weight: | 1650 |
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| Max load: | 473 |
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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: | 3955 mm [Same length.] |
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| Width: | 1700 mm [Same width.] |
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| Height: | 1440 mm [Same height.] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2460 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
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| Front track: | 1435 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1425 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 | 5 |
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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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| 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 | 205/40 R17 |
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| Front suspension | Wishbone |
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| Rear suspension | Spring Strut |
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