Seat Cordoba 1998 Vario 1.6i
Seat Cordoba 1998 1.6 petrol description
Estate car / wagon Seat Cordoba 1998 Vario 1.6i has been produced from January, 1998 to October, 1999. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 101 horsepower on 5800 rpm and torque 140 Nm (Newton metres) on 3500 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, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 270 up to 450 thousand 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 4.5 litres.
Seat Cordoba 1998 Vario 1.6i has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Seat Cordoba 1998 Vario 1.6i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 186 km/h.
Seat Cordoba 1998 Vario 1.6i fuel consumption is 7.9 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (12.7 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 10.9 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 45 litres or 11.89 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 560 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 720 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Seat real everyday fuel consumption is 8.4 litres per 100 km, which is 6% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Seat Cordoba fuel consumption.

Seat Cordoba 1998 Vario 1.6i technical data
Model: | Seat Cordoba Vario 1.6i | ||
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Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
Production period: | 1998. January ... 1999. October | ||
Engine: | 1595 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 189 g/km |
Power: | 101 HP ON 5800 RPM | Torque: | 140 NM ON 3500 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 186 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.9 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.9 (combined) 10.9 (urban) 6.1 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 8.4 l/100km (28 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 45 litres (11.9 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.14m (length) 1.64m (width) 1.43m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | ||
Gross weight: | 800 kg |
Seat Cordoba 1998 Vario 1.6i engine AFT
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 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 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 81 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 77.4 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.3 : 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 1998 Vario 1.6i oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 4.5 litres (4.8 quarts) |
Power | 101 HP ON 5800 RPM |
Torque | 140 NM ON 3500 RPM |
Engine manufacturer | Volkswagen (VW) |
Start of production (year) | 1995 |
Duration of production | 4 years |
Engine also used on | Seat Toledo Seat Ibiza |
All Seat Cordoba estate car [1998 - 1999] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
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Seat Cordoba 1998 Vario 1.4i
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.4 Petrol | 60 HP | 6.8 l/100km |
Seat Cordoba 1998 Vario 1.6i | 1.6 Petrol | 75 HP | 7.6 l/100km |
Seat Cordoba 1998 Vario 1.6i
Most powerfull petrol version (101 HP) |
1.6 Petrol | 101 HP | 7.9 l/100km |
Seat Cordoba 1998 Vario 1.9 SDi | 1.9 Diesel | 64 HP | 5.1 l/100km |
Seat Cordoba 1998 Vario 1.9 TDi
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 5.0 l/100km |
Seat Cordoba 1998 Vario 1.9 TDi
Mai 1998 — Oct 1999 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10.6 seconds |
1.9 Diesel | 110 HP | 5.0 l/100km |