Seat Cordoba 1996 1.9 TDi
Seat Cordoba 1996 1.9 diesel description
Sedan Seat Cordoba 1996 1.9 TDi has been produced from October, 1996 to October, 1999. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.9 litres, which produces power of 90 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 202 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. The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 380 up to 640 thousand 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 1996 1.9 TDi has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Seat Cordoba 1996 1.9 TDi accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 180 km/h.
Seat Cordoba 1996 1.9 TDi fuel consumption is 4.9 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (20.4 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Seat Cordoba 1996 - 1999 version, fuel consumption in city - 6.4 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 4.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 45 litres or 11.89 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 900 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1080 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Seat real everyday fuel consumption is 5.2 litres per 100 km, which is 6% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Seat Cordoba fuel consumption.

Seat Cordoba 1996 1.9 TDi technical data
Model: | Seat Cordoba 1.9 TDi | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 1996. October ... 1999. October | ||
Engine: | 1896 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 131 g/km |
Power: | 90 HP ON 4000 RPM | Torque: | 202 NM ON 1900 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 180 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.5 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.9 (combined) 6.4 (urban) 4.1 (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: | 4.14m (length) 1.64m (width) 1.42m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10 meters | ||
Gross weight: | 1000 kg |
Seat Cordoba 1996 1.9 TDi engine AHU
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 380,000 to 640,000 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 1996 1.9 TDi oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 4.3 litres (4.5 quarts) |
Power | 90 HP ON 4000 RPM |
Torque | 202 NM ON 1900 RPM |
Engine manufacturer | Volkswagen (VW) |
Start of production (year) | 1996 |
Duration of production | 5 years |
Engine also used on | Audi A4 Volkswagen Sharan Volkswagen Polo Seat Toledo |
All Seat Cordoba sedan [1996 - 1999] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Seat Cordoba 1996 1.4i
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.4 Petrol | 60 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Seat Cordoba 1996 1.6i | 1.6 Petrol | 75 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Seat Cordoba 1997 1.6i Sep 1997 — Oct 1999 | 1.6 Petrol | 75 HP | 9.1 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Seat Cordoba 1996 1.6i | 1.6 Petrol | 101 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Seat Cordoba 1996 1.8i Oct 1996 — Sep 1997 | 1.8 Petrol | 90 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Seat Cordoba 1996 1.9 D Oct 1996 — Jan 1998 | 1.9 Diesel | 64 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Seat Cordoba 1996 1.9 SDi | 1.9 Diesel | 64 HP | 5.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Seat Cordoba 1996 1.9 TDi
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 4.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Seat Cordoba 1997 1.9 TDi
Sep 1997 — Jan 1998 Most powerfull diesel version (110 HP) |
1.9 Diesel | 110 HP | 4.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Seat Cordoba 1996 2.0 GTi
Oct 1996 — Jan 1998 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10.1 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 116 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |