Seat Ibiza 1996 1.9 D (3 door)
Seat Ibiza 1996 1.9 diesel description
Hatchback Seat Ibiza 1996 1.9 D has been produced from October, 1996 to January, 1998. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.9 litres, which produces power of 64 horsepower on 4400 rpm and torque 125 Nm (Newton metres) on 2500 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, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 450 000 and 750 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Seat Ibiza 1.9 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.3 litres.
Seat Ibiza 1996 1.9 D has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Seat Ibiza 1996 1.9 D accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 16.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 158 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Seat Ibiza 1996 1.9 D fuel consumption is 5.8 litres per 100km (17.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 7.9 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 4.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 45 litres or 11.89 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 760 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 960 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Seat is in line with, and sometimes even lower than, the manufacturer's stated combined consumption. More - Real Seat Ibiza fuel consumption.

Seat Ibiza 1996 1.9 D technical data
Model: | Seat Ibiza 1.9 D | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 1996. October ... 1998. January | ||
Engine: | 1896 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 64 HP ON 4400 RPM | Torque: | 125 NM ON 2500 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 158 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 16.3 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.8 (combined) 7.9 (urban) 4.6 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 6.2 l/100km (37.9 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
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: | 580 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1450 kg |
Seat Ibiza 1996 1.9 D engine AEY
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 450,000 to 750,000 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 Ibiza 1996 1.9 D oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 4.3 litres (4.5 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 6.6 litres (7 quarts) |
Power | 64 HP ON 4400 RPM |
Torque | 125 NM ON 2500 RPM |
Engine manufacturer | Volkswagen (VW) |
Start of production (year) | 1995 |
Duration of production | 5 years |
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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) |
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) |
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) |
Seat Ibiza 1996 1.9 TDi
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 4.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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) |
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) |