Seat Arosa 2000 1.7 SDi
Seat Arosa 2000 1.7 diesel description
Hatchback Seat Arosa 2000 1.7 SDi has been produced from January, 2001 to May, 2003. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.7 litres, which produces power of 60 horsepower on 4200 rpm and torque 115 Nm (Newton metres) on 2200 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 360 000 to 600 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
The engine is not very powerful or dynamic, but it is robust.
This Seat Arosa 1.7 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.7 litres.
Seat Arosa 2000 1.7 SDi has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Seat Arosa 2000 1.7 SDi accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 16.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 157 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Seat Arosa 2000 1.7 SDi in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 4.4 litres per 100km (22.7 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 5.9 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 3.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 35 litres or 9.25 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 780 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 960 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Seat real everyday fuel consumption is 4.7 litres per 100 km, which is 7% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Seat Arosa fuel consumption.

Seat Arosa 2000 1.7 SDi technical data
Model: | Seat Arosa 1.7 SDi | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2001. January ... 2003. May | ||
Engine: | 1716 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 119 g/km |
Power: | 60 HP ON 4200 RPM | Torque: | 115 NM ON 2200 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Maximum speed: | 157 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 16.6 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.4 (combined) 5.9 (urban) 3.6 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 4.7 l/100km (50 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 35 litres (9.2 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 3.55m (length) 1.64m (width) 1.46m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.1 meters | ||
Seats: | 4 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 130 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 790 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1440 kg |
Seat Arosa 2000 1.7 SDi engine AKU
Engine reliability and common problems:
The engine is not very powerful or dynamic, but it is robust.Overall, this engine can last around 360,000 to 600,000 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 | 1716 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 79.5 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 86.4 mm |
Compression ratio | 19.5 : 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 Arosa 2000 1.7 SDi oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 4.7 litres (5 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) |
Power | 60 HP ON 4200 RPM |
Torque | 115 NM ON 2200 RPM |
Engine manufacturer | Volkswagen (VW) |
Start of production (year) | 1997 |
Duration of production | 8 years |
Engine also used on | Volkswagen Lupo |
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All Seat Arosa hatchback [2000 - 2005] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Seat Arosa 2001 1.0
Jan 2001 — Dec 2004 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.0 Petrol | 50 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Seat Arosa 2000 1.2 TDI 3L
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.2 Diesel | 61 HP | 3.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Seat Arosa 2001 1.4 Jan 2001 — Dec 2004 | 1.4 Petrol | 60 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Seat Arosa 2001 1.4 Automatic Jan 2001 — Dec 2004 | 1.4 Petrol | 60 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Seat Arosa 2001 1.4 16V
Jan 2001 — Dec 2004 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10 seconds |
1.4 Petrol | 100 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Seat Arosa 2001 1.4 TDi
Jan 2001 — Mai 2003 Most powerfull diesel version (75 HP) |
1.4 Diesel | 75 HP | 4.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Seat Arosa 2001 1.7 SDi Jan 2001 — Mai 2003 | 1.7 Diesel | 60 HP | 4.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |