Seat Ibiza 1996 1.6i (3 door)
Seat Ibiza 1996 1.6 petrol description
Hatchback Seat Ibiza 1996 1.6i has been produced from October, 1996 to May, 1998. 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 Ibiza 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.5 litres.
Seat Ibiza 1996 1.6i has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Seat Ibiza 1996 1.6i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 188 km/h.
Seat Ibiza 1996 1.6i fuel consumption is 7.8 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (12.8 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 10.9 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6 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 740 kilometers on highway.
Seat Ibiza 1996 1.6i technical data
| Model: | Seat Ibiza 1.6i | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 1996. October ... 1998. May | ||
| Engine: | 1595 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| 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: | 188 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.4 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.8 (combined) 10.9 (urban) 6.0 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 litres (11.9 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 3.85m (length) 1.64m (width) 1.42m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 9.8 meters | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 270 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 802 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1465 kg | ||
Seat Ibiza 1996 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 Ibiza 1996 1.6i oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 4.5 litres (4.8 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 5.5 litres (5.8 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 Cordoba |
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All Seat Ibiza hatchback [1996 - 1999] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Seat Ibiza 1996 1.0i
Oct 1996 — Jan 1998 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.0 Petrol | 50 HP | 6.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Seat Ibiza 1996 1.4i | 1.4 Petrol | 60 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Seat Ibiza 1996 1.6i | 1.6 Petrol | 75 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Seat Ibiza 1997 1.6i Sep 1997 — Oct 1999 | 1.6 Petrol | 75 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Seat Ibiza 1997 1.6i Sep 1997 — Oct 1999 | 1.6 Petrol | 75 HP | 9.1 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Seat Ibiza 1996 1.6i Oct 1996 — Mai 1998 | 1.6 Petrol | 101 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Seat Ibiza 1996 1.8i Oct 1996 — Sep 1997 | 1.8 Petrol | 90 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Seat Ibiza 1996 1.9 D Oct 1996 — Jan 1998 | 1.9 Diesel | 64 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Seat Ibiza 1996 1.9 SDi
Oct 1996 — Jun 1997 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 64 HP | 4.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Seat Ibiza 1997 1.9 SDi
Sep 1997 — Oct 1999 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 64 HP | 4.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Seat Ibiza 1996 1.9 TDi
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 4.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Seat Ibiza 1997 1.9 TDi
Sep 1997 — Oct 1999 Most powerfull diesel version (110 HP) |
1.9 Diesel | 110 HP | 4.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Seat Ibiza 1996 2.0 GTi Oct 1996 — Mai 1998 | 2.0 Petrol | 116 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Seat Ibiza 1996 2.0i 16V GTi
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.3 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |