Seat Cordoba 1996 SX 1.6i
Seat Cordoba 1996 1.6 petrol description
Coupe Seat Cordoba 1996 SX 1.6i has been produced from September, 1997 to January, 1998. 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 1996 SX 1.6i has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Seat Cordoba 1996 SX 1.6i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 13.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 167 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Seat Cordoba 1996 SX 1.6i in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 7.6 litres per 100km (13.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 10.3 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 45 litres or 11.89 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 580 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 740 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 1996 SX 1.6i technical data
| Model: | Seat Cordoba SX 1.6i | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Coupe | ||
| Production period: | 1997. September ... 1998. January | ||
| 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: | 13.2 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.6 (combined) 10.3 (urban) 6.0 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.5 l/100km (31.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 litres (11.9 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.14m (length) 1.64m (width) 1.41m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10 meters | ||
| Gross weight: | 900 kg | ||
Seat Cordoba 1996 SX 1.6i 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 1996 SX 1.6i 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 coupe [1996 - 1999] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
|---|---|---|---|
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Seat Cordoba 1997 SX 1.6i
Jan 1997 — Sep 1997 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.6 Petrol | 75 HP | 7.6 l/100km |
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Seat Cordoba 1997 SX 1.6i
Sep 1997 — Jan 1998 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.6 Petrol | 75 HP | 7.6 l/100km |
| Seat Cordoba 1996 SX 1.6i | 1.6 Petrol | 101 HP | 7.8 l/100km |
| Seat Cordoba 1996 SX 1.8i 16V Jun 1996 — Oct 1996 | 1.8 Petrol | 129 HP | 8.2 l/100km |
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Seat Cordoba 1996 SX 1.9 TDi
Oct 1996 — Jan 1998 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 4.9 l/100km |
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Seat Cordoba 1998 SX 1.9 TDi
Jan 1998 — Oct 1999 Most powerfull diesel version (110 HP) |
1.9 Diesel | 110 HP | 4.8 l/100km |
| Seat Cordoba 1996 SX 2.0i Jun 1996 — Jan 1998 | 2.0 Petrol | 116 HP | 7.9 l/100km |
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Seat Cordoba 1996 SX 2.0i 16V
Oct 1996 — Oct 1999 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.5 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 8.4 l/100km |