Seat Toledo 1999 1.8 20VT
Seat Toledo 1999 1.8 petrol description
Sedan Seat Toledo 1999 1.8 20VT has been produced from October, 2003 to November, 2004. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 180 horsepower on 5500 rpm - this is the most powerfull Seat Toledo 1999 - 2004 version and torque 235 Nm (Newton metres) on 1950 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder engine camshaft is driven by belt and chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and KKK K03s turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 270 up to 450 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
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The engine is considered reliable, with a lifespan from 300,000 km.
The primary causes of unstable operation ...
This Seat Toledo 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.5 litres.
Seat Toledo 1999 1.8 20VT has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Seat Toledo 1999 1.8 20VT accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 229 km/h.
Seat Toledo 1999 1.8 20VT fuel consumption is 8.5 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (11.8 km/l), city fuel economy - 11.8 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 640 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 820 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Seat real everyday fuel consumption is 9.3 litres per 100 km, which is 9% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Seat Toledo fuel consumption.
Seat Toledo 1999 1.8 20VT technical data
| Model: | Seat Toledo 1.8 20VT | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 2003. October ... 2004. November | ||
| Engine: | 1781 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 204 g/km |
| Power: | 180 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 235 NM ON 1950 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 229 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.0 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.5 (combined) 11.8 (urban) 6.6 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.3 l/100km (25.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres (14.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.44m (length) 1.74m (width) 1.44m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | ||
| Gross weight: | 1500 kg | ||
Seat Toledo 1999 1.8 20VT engine AUQ
Engine reliability and common problems:
The engine is considered reliable, with a lifespan from 300,000 km.The primary causes of unstable operation include air leaks through the crankcase ventilation system, throttle body malfunctions, idle air control valve failures, and issues with the coolant temperature sensor. Numerous hoses in the crankcase ventilation system system are prone to cracking.
The chain hydraulic tensioner has a limited lifespan. If the chain tensioner fails, the engine will produce noticeable noise. Coolant leaks from the cooling system’s junction are common. High fuel consumption is often caused by a faulty coolant temperature sensor or lambda sensor. Another frequent issue is oil leaks, typically requiring replacement of the oil cooler gasket. Additionally, the crankcase ventilation system frequently becomes clogged.
Ignition coils with built-in modules fail relatively quickly. The turbocharger has a lifespan of approximately 250,000 km.
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 | 1781 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 81 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 86.4 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.5 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain and belt |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Seat Toledo 1999 1.8 20VT oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 4.5 litres (4.8 quarts) |
| Power | 180 HP ON 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 NM ON 1950 RPM |
| Engine manufacturer | Volkswagen (VW) |
| Start of production (year) | 2001 |
| Duration of production | 5 years |
| Engine also used on | Volkswagen Golf Skoda Octavia Audi A3 Seat Ibiza Seat Leon Audi TT |
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All Seat Toledo sedan [1999 - 2004] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat Toledo 1999 1.6 Mai 1999 — Oct 2000 | 1.6 Petrol | 100 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Seat Toledo 1999 1.6 Mai 1999 — Oct 2000 | 1.6 Petrol | 100 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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Seat Toledo 2000 1.6 16V
Oct 2000 — Nov 2004 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.6 Petrol | 105 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Seat Toledo 1999 1.8 20V Mai 1999 — Nov 2004 | 1.8 Petrol | 125 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Seat Toledo 1999 1.8 20V Mai 1999 — Nov 2004 | 1.8 Petrol | 125 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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Seat Toledo 2003 1.8 20VT
Oct 2003 — Nov 2004 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8 seconds |
1.8 Petrol | 180 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Seat Toledo 1999 1.9 TDi Jan 1999 — Oct 2003 | 1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Seat Toledo 1999 1.9 TDi
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 110 HP | 5.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Seat Toledo 2003 1.9 TDi Mai 2003 — Nov 2004 | 1.9 Diesel | 130 HP | 5.2 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Seat Toledo 2001 1.9 TDi
Jan 2001 — Nov 2004 Most powerfull diesel version (150 HP) |
1.9 Diesel | 150 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Seat Toledo 1999 2.3 V5 Jan 1999 — Mai 2000 | 2.3 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Seat Toledo 2001 2.3 V5 Nov 2001 — Nov 2004 | 2.3 Petrol | 170 HP | 8.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |