Seat Leon 2005 1.6
Seat Leon 2005 1.6 petrol description
Hatchback Seat Leon 2005 1.6 has been produced from September, 2005 to January, 2009. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 102 horsepower on 5600 rpm and torque 148 Nm (Newton metres) on 3800 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 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 4 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 300 000 and 510 000 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 Leon 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.5 litres.
Seat Leon 2005 1.6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Seat Leon 2005 1.6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 184 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Seat Leon 2005 1.6 fuel consumption is 7.6 litres per 100km (13.2 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 720 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
According to user reviews, this Seat real everyday fuel consumption is 8 litres per 100 km, which is 5% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Seat Leon fuel consumption.
Seat Leon safety
During safety testing Seat Leon has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Seat Leon is evaluated with four stars, children safety - with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Seat Leon got three stars.

Seat Leon 2005 1.6 technical data
Model: | Seat Leon 1.6 | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2005. September ... 2009. January | ||
Engine: | 1600 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 183 g/km |
Power: | 102 HP ON 5600 RPM | Torque: | 148 NM ON 3800 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 184 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.7 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.6 (combined) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 8 l/100km (29.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres (14.5 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.32m (length) 1.77m (width) 1.46m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.7 meters | ||
Trunk capacity: | 341 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 1200 kg |
Seat Leon 2005 1.6 engine BFQ
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 300,000 to 510,000 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 |
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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 Leon 2005 1.6 oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 4.5 litres (4.8 quarts) |
Power | 102 HP ON 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 NM ON 3800 RPM |
Engine manufacturer | Volkswagen (VW) |
Start of production (year) | 2002 |
Duration of production | 8 years |
Engine also used on | Volkswagen Golf |
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All Seat Leon hatchback [2005 - 2009] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Seat Leon 2006 1.4 16V
Jun 2006 — Jan 2009 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.4 Petrol | 85 HP | - | Manual (5) |
Seat Leon 2005 1.6 | 1.6 Petrol | 102 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Seat Leon 2007 1.8 TFSI
Jun 2007 — Jan 2009 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.8 Petrol | 160 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Seat Leon 2005 1.9 TDI
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 105 HP | 5.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Seat Leon 2007 1.9 TDI Jun 2007 — Jan 2009 | 1.9 Diesel | 105 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
Seat Leon 2005 2.0 FSI Sep 2005 — Jun 2007 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Seat Leon 2006 2.0 FSI Jan 2006 — Jan 2009 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
Seat Leon 2005 2.0 TFSI Sep 2005 — Jun 2006 | 2.0 Petrol | 185 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Seat Leon 2006 2.0 TFSI Jun 2006 — Jan 2009 | 2.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Seat Leon 2006 2.0 TFSI Jun 2006 — Jan 2009 | 2.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
Seat Leon 2006 Cupra 2.0 TFSI
Nov 2006 — Jan 2009 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.4 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 240 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Seat Leon 2005 2.0 TDI | 2.0 Diesel | 140 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Seat Leon 2005 2.0 TDI | 2.0 Diesel | 140 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
Seat Leon 2006 2.0 TDI
Jun 2006 — Jan 2009 Most powerfull diesel version (170 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 170 HP | 6.0 l/100km | Manual (6) |