Seat Cordoba 1999 Vario 1.6
Seat Cordoba 1999 1.6 petrol description
Estate car / wagon Seat Cordoba 1999 Vario 1.6 has been produced from October, 1999 to October, 2000. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 75 horsepower on 4600 rpm and torque 135 Nm (Newton metres) on 3200 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. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 290 000 to 490 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Seat Cordoba 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4 litres.
Seat Cordoba 1999 Vario 1.6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Seat Cordoba 1999 Vario 1.6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 13.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 167 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Seat Cordoba 1999 Vario 1.6 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 7.3 litres per 100km (13.7 km/l), city fuel economy - 10 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 45 litres or 11.89 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 600 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 780 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Seat is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Seat Cordoba fuel consumption.
Seat Cordoba 1999 Vario 1.6 technical data
| Model: | Seat Cordoba Vario 1.6 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
| Production period: | 1999. October ... 2000. October | ||
| Engine: | 1598 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 75 HP ON 4600 RPM | Torque: | 135 NM ON 3200 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 167 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 13.5 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.3 (combined) 10.0 (urban) 5.7 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.3 l/100km (32.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 litres (11.9 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.16m (length) 1.64m (width) 1.42m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | ||
| Gross weight: | 800 kg | ||
Seat Cordoba 1999 Vario 1.6 engine AEE
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 290,000 to 490,000 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 | 1598 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 76.5 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 86.9 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.8 : 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 Cordoba 1999 Vario 1.6 oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 4 litres (4.2 quarts) |
| Power | 75 HP ON 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 NM ON 3200 RPM |
| Engine manufacturer | Volkswagen (VW) |
| Start of production (year) | 1995 |
| Duration of production | 5 years |
| Engine also used on | Volkswagen Golf Volkswagen Polo Skoda Octavia Seat Ibiza and 3 other models |
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All Seat Cordoba estate car [1999 - 2003] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seat Cordoba 1999 Vario 1.4 | 1.4 Petrol | 60 HP | 6.8 l/100km |
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Seat Cordoba 2000 Vario 1.4 16V
Oct 2000 — Jan 2003 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.4 Petrol | 75 HP | 6.5 l/100km |
| Seat Cordoba 1999 Vario 1.6 Oct 1999 — Oct 2000 | 1.6 Petrol | 75 HP | 7.3 l/100km |
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Seat Cordoba 1999 Vario 1.6
Most powerfull petrol version (100 HP) |
1.6 Petrol | 100 HP | 8.0 l/100km |
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Seat Cordoba 1999 Vario 1.9 SDi
Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.9 Diesel | 68 HP | 5.2 l/100km |
| Seat Cordoba 1999 Vario 1.9 TDi | 1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 5.1 l/100km |
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Seat Cordoba 1999 Vario 1.9 TDi
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 11 seconds |
1.9 Diesel | 110 HP | 5.0 l/100km |