Seat Cordoba 1996 SX 2.0i 16V

Seat Cordoba 1996 2.0 petrol description

Coupe Seat Cordoba 1996 SX 2.0i 16V has been produced from October, 1996 to October, 1999. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 150 horsepower on 6000 rpm - this is the most powerfull Seat Cordoba 1996 - 1999 version and torque 180 Nm (Newton metres) on 4600 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 360 000 and 600 000 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 
A reliable engine with a great lifespan, the most common problems are caused by electronics.  ...  This Seat Cordoba 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.3 litres.

Seat Cordoba 1996 SX 2.0i 16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Seat Cordoba 1996 SX 2.0i 16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 216 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Seat Cordoba 1996 SX 2.0i 16V fuel consumption is 8.4 litres per 100km (11.9 km/l), city fuel economy - 11.9 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 45 litres or 11.89 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 520 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 700 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 2.0 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
Seat Cordoba 1996

Seat Cordoba 1996 SX 2.0i 16V technical data

Model: Seat Cordoba SX 2.0i 16V
Body style: Coupe
Production period: 1996. October ... 1999. October 
Engine: 1984 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 201 g/km
Power: 150 HP ON 6000 RPM Torque: 180 NM ON 4600 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 216 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 8.5 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 8.4 (combined) 11.9 (urban) 6.4 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 8.6 l/100km (27.4 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: 1100 kg

Seat Cordoba 1996 SX 2.0i 16V engine ABF

Engine reliability and common problems:

A reliable engine with a great lifespan, the most common problems are caused by electronics. The engine rarely needs to be repaired, but if it does, it can be expensive as the engine parts are original and relatively expensive.
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 1984 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 82.5 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 92.8 mm
Compression ratio 10.5 : 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.

More service info
Timing belt change interval 90,000 km
Fuel system Injection
Seat Cordoba 1996 SX 2.0i 16V oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 4.3 litres (4.5 quarts) More service info
Power 150 HP ON 6000 RPM
Torque 180 NM ON 4600 RPM
Engine manufacturer Volkswagen (VW)
Start of production (year) 1992
Duration of production 7 years
Engine also used on Volkswagen Golf Seat Toledo Seat Ibiza

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.

All Seat Cordoba coupe [1996 - 1999] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption
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 100 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)
Most fuel efficient diesel version

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
Seat Cordoba 1996 reviews
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