Seat Cordoba 1999 Vario 1.9 TDi
Seat Cordoba 1999 1.9 diesel description
Estate car / wagon Seat Cordoba 1999 Vario 1.9 TDi has been produced from October, 1999 to January, 2003. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.9 litres, which produces power of 90 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 210 Nm (Newton metres) on 1900 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 and turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 390 000 to 660 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Seat Cordoba 1.9 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.3 litres.
Seat Cordoba 1999 Vario 1.9 TDi has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Seat Cordoba 1999 Vario 1.9 TDi accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 176 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Seat Cordoba 1999 Vario 1.9 TDi in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 5.1 litres per 100km (19.6 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Seat Cordoba 1999 - 2003 versions, fuel consumption in city - 6.5 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 4.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 45 litres or 11.89 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 880 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1060 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 1.9 TDi technical data
Model: | Seat Cordoba Vario 1.9 TDi | ||
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Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
Production period: | 1999. October ... 2003. January | ||
Engine: | 1896 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 90 HP ON 4000 RPM | Torque: | 210 NM ON 1900 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Maximum speed: | 176 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.9 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.1 (combined) 6.5 (urban) 4.2 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 5.2 l/100km (45.2 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: | 1000 kg |
Seat Cordoba 1999 Vario 1.9 TDi engine ALH
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 390,000 to 660,000 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 | 1896 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 79.5 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 95.5 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 Cordoba 1999 Vario 1.9 TDi oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 4.3 litres (4.5 quarts) |
Power | 90 HP ON 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 NM ON 1900 RPM |
Engine manufacturer | Volkswagen (VW) |
Start of production (year) | 1997 |
Duration of production | 13 years |
Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2000 onwards. |
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Engine also used on | Volkswagen Golf Skoda Octavia Audi A3 Volkswagen Bora Seat Leon and 4 other models |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
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All Seat Cordoba estate car [1999 - 2003] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
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Seat Cordoba 1999 Vario 1.4 | 1.4 Petrol | 60 HP | 6.8 l/100km |
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 |
Seat Cordoba 1999 Vario 1.6
Most powerfull petrol version (100 HP) |
1.6 Petrol | 100 HP | 8.0 l/100km |
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 |
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 |