Seat Leon 2000 1.9 TDi
Seat Leon 2000 1.9 diesel description
Hatchback Seat Leon 2000 1.9 TDi has been produced from April, 2000 to September, 2005. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.9 litres, which produces power of 90 horsepower on 3750 rpm and torque 210 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 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 390 000 and 660 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Seat Leon 1.9 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.3 litres.
Seat Leon 2000 1.9 TDi has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Seat Leon 2000 1.9 TDi accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 180 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Seat Leon 2000 1.9 TDi fuel consumption is 5.1 litres per 100km (19.6 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Seat Leon 2000 - 2006 version, city fuel economy - 6.7 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 4.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1060 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1300 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Seat real everyday fuel consumption is 5.8 litres per 100 km, which is 14% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Seat Leon fuel consumption.

Seat Leon 2000 1.9 TDi technical data
Model: | Seat Leon 1.9 TDi | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2000. April ... 2005. September | ||
Engine: | 1896 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 135 g/km |
Power: | 90 HP ON 3750 RPM | Torque: | 210 NM ON 1900 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 180 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.7 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.1 (combined) 6.7 (urban) 4.2 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 5.8 l/100km (40.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres (14.5 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.18m (length) 1.74m (width) 1.46m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | ||
Gross weight: | 1400 kg |
Seat Leon 2000 1.9 TDi engine ALH
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 390,000 to 660,000 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 Leon 2000 1.9 TDi oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 4.3 litres (4.5 quarts) |
Power | 90 HP ON 3750 RPM |
Torque | 210 NM ON 1900 RPM |
Engine manufacturer | Volkswagen (VW) |
Start of production (year) | 1997 |
Duration of production | 13 years |
Engine also used on | Volkswagen Golf Skoda Octavia Audi A3 Volkswagen Bora and 5 other models |
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. |
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All Seat Leon hatchback [2000 - 2006] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Seat Leon 2000 1.4 16V
Apr 2000 — Sep 2005 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.4 Petrol | 75 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Seat Leon 2000 1.6 Apr 2000 — Oct 2000 | 1.6 Petrol | 100 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Seat Leon 2000 1.6 Apr 2000 — Oct 2000 | 1.6 Petrol | 100 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Seat Leon 2000 1.6 16V Oct 2000 — Sep 2005 | 1.6 Petrol | 105 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Seat Leon 2005 1.6 16V Sep 2005 — Jan 2006 | 1.6 Petrol | 105 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Seat Leon 2000 1.8 20V Apr 2000 — Sep 2005 | 1.8 Petrol | 125 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Seat Leon 2000 1.8 20V Oct 2000 — Sep 2005 | 1.8 Petrol | 125 HP | 9.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Seat Leon 2000 1.8 20VT Apr 2000 — Sep 2005 | 1.8 Petrol | 180 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Seat Leon 2002 1.8 20VT Mai 2002 — Mai 2003 | 1.8 Petrol | 210 HP | 8.7 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Seat Leon 2003 1.8 20VT
Mai 2003 — Sep 2005 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.9 seconds |
1.8 Petrol | 225 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Seat Leon 2000 1.9 SDi
Apr 2000 — Mai 2003 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 68 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Seat Leon 2000 1.9 TDi
Apr 2000 — Sep 2005 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Seat Leon 2005 1.9 TDi Sep 2005 — Jan 2006 | 1.9 Diesel | 100 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Seat Leon 2000 1.9 TDi
Apr 2000 — Sep 2005 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 110 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Seat Leon 2003 1.9 TDi Mai 2003 — Sep 2005 | 1.9 Diesel | 130 HP | 5.2 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Seat Leon 2001 1.9 TDi
Nov 2001 — Sep 2005 Most powerfull diesel version (150 HP) |
1.9 Diesel | 150 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Seat Leon 2001 2.8 V6 4x4 Jan 2001 — Jun 2004 | 2.8 Petrol | 204 HP | 9.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |