Seat Cordoba 1996 SX 1.9 TDi
Seat Cordoba 1996 1.9 diesel description
Coupe Seat Cordoba 1996 SX 1.9 TDi has been produced from January, 1998 to October, 1999. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.9 litres, which produces power of 110 horsepower on 4150 rpm and torque 235 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 VGT turbine. The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 360 000 to 600 000 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 1996 SX 1.9 TDi has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Seat Cordoba 1996 SX 1.9 TDi accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 193 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Seat Cordoba 1996 SX 1.9 TDi in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 4.8 litres per 100km (20.8 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Seat Cordoba 1996 - 1999 version, city fuel economy - 6.4 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 3.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 45 litres or 11.89 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 920 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1140 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Seat real everyday fuel consumption is 5.7 litres per 100 km, which is 19% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Seat Cordoba fuel consumption.

Seat Cordoba 1996 SX 1.9 TDi technical data
Model: | Seat Cordoba SX 1.9 TDi | ||
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Body style: | Coupe | ||
Production period: | 1998. January ... 1999. October | ||
Engine: | 1895 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 128 g/km |
Power: | 110 HP ON 4150 RPM | Torque: | 235 NM ON 1900 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Maximum speed: | 193 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.2 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.8 (combined) 6.4 (urban) 3.9 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 5.7 l/100km (41.3 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: | 1000 kg |
Seat Cordoba 1996 SX 1.9 TDi engine AFN
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 360,000 to 600,000 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 SX 1.9 TDi oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 4.3 litres (4.5 quarts) |
Power | 110 HP ON 4150 RPM |
Torque | 235 NM ON 1900 RPM |
Engine manufacturer | Volkswagen (VW) |
Start of production (year) | 1996 |
Duration of production | 4 years |
Engine also used on | Volkswagen Passat Volkswagen Golf Audi A6 Seat Alhambra Seat Leon and 6 other models |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |