Seat Altea 2004 1.6
Seat Altea 2004 1.6 petrol description
Minivan / MPV Seat Altea 2004 1.6 has been produced from June, 2004 to June, 2007. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 102 horsepower on 5600 rpm and torque 148 Nm (Newton metres) on 3800 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 300 000 to 510 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Seat Altea 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.5 litres.
Seat Altea 2004 1.6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Seat Altea 2004 1.6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 181 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Seat Altea 2004 1.6 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 7.6 litres per 100km (13.2 km/l), city fuel economy - 10.4 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 720 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 900 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Seat real everyday fuel consumption is 8.3 litres per 100 km, which is 9% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Seat Altea fuel consumption.
Seat Altea safety
During safety testing Seat Altea has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Seat Altea is evaluated with five stars, children safety - with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Seat Altea got three stars.
Seat Altea 2004 1.6 technical data
| Model: | Seat Altea 1.6 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Minivan / MPV | ||
| Production period: | 2004. June ... 2007. June | ||
| Engine: | 1595 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 185 g/km |
| Power: | 102 HP ON 5600 RPM | Torque: | 148 NM ON 3800 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 181 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.8 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.6 (combined) 10.4 (urban) 6.0 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.3 l/100km (28.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres (14.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.28m (length) 1.77m (width) 1.57m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | ||
| Gross weight: | 1200 kg | ||
Seat Altea 2004 1.6 engine BGU
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 300,000 to 510,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
| Engine displacement | 1595 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 81 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 77.4 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.5 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Seat Altea 2004 1.6 oil type | 5W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 4.5 litres (4.8 quarts) |
| Power | 102 HP ON 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 NM ON 3800 RPM |
| Engine manufacturer | Volkswagen (VW) |
| Start of production (year) | 2003 |
| Duration of production | 2 years |
| Engine also used on | Volkswagen Touran Volkswagen Caddy Seat Toledo |
All Seat Altea minivan [2004 - 2009] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Seat Altea 2006 1.4 16V
Jun 2006 — Jun 2007 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.4 Petrol | 85 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Seat Altea 2004 1.6 Jun 2004 — Jun 2007 | 1.6 Petrol | 102 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Seat Altea 2007 1.8 TFSI
Jun 2007 — Jan 2009 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.8 Petrol | 160 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Manual (6) |
|
Seat Altea 2004 1.9 TDi
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 105 HP | 5.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Seat Altea 2007 1.9 TDi Jun 2007 — Jan 2009 | 1.9 Diesel | 105 HP | - | Automatic (6) |
| Seat Altea 2004 2.0 FSI Jun 2004 — Jun 2007 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Seat Altea 2004 2.0 FSI Jun 2004 — Jun 2007 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
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Seat Altea 2006 2.0 TFSI FR
Jun 2006 — Jan 2009 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.7 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Seat Altea 2004 2.0 TDi | 2.0 Diesel | 140 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Seat Altea 2004 2.0 TDi | 2.0 Diesel | 140 HP | 6.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
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Seat Altea 2006 2.0 TDi
Mar 2006 — Jan 2009 Most powerfull diesel version (170 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 170 HP | 6.2 l/100km | Manual (6) |