Seat Ibiza III (facelift 2006) 1.2 (60 Hp)


Seat Ibiza:

The SEAT Ibiza is a supermini car that has been manufactured by Spanish car manufacturer SEAT since 1984. It is SEAT's best-selling car. The Ibiza is named after the Spanish island of Ibiza and was the second SEAT model to be named after a Spanish location, after the SEAT Málaga. It was introduced at the 1984 Paris Motor Show as the first car developed by SEAT as an independent company, although it was designed by SEAT in collaboration with well-known firms including Italdesign, Karmann, and Porsche....(Read more on Wikipedia)

III (facelift 2006) Overview:

Seat Ibiza (III (facelift 2006)). With 108 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.6 l/100km). Weighing only 1027 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 17.5 s). The top speed reaches 159 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Efficiency-focused engine (60 hp), ideal for city commuting.
  • • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 17.5 sec).
  • • Balanced fuel consumption of 5.8 L/100 km for its class.
  • • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.

Cons:

  • • Compact cargo space (265 L); may require careful packing.
  • • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.


Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II (facelift 1999): June, 1999 - May, 2002).

General:
Brand:Seat
Model:Ibiza
Generation:III (facelift 2006)
Modification (Engine):1.2 (60 Hp)
Start of production:June, 2007
End of production:August, 2008
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Hatchback
Seats:5
Doors:3-5
Engine:
Power:60 Hp @ 5200 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:50.1 Hp/l [100mm more]
Torque:108 Nm @ 3000 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:BBM More details about the engine BBM
Engine displacement:1198
Number of cylinders:3
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:2
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Engine oil capacity:2.8 l
Coolant:5.6 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:76.5 mm
Piston Stroke:86.9 mm
Compression ratio:10.8:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:7.6 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:4.8 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:5.8 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:17.5 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:17.5 sec
Maximum speed:159 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:17.1 kg/Hp, 58.4 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:9.5 kg/Nm, 105.2 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:16.6 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1027
Max. weight:1527
Max load:500
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:1030 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:265 l
Fuel tank capacity:45 l
Size:
Length:3977 mm [100mm more]
Width:1698 mm [58mm more]
Height:1441 mm [19mm more]
Wheelbase:2460 mm [17mm more]
Front track:1535 mm
Rear (Back) track:1524 mm
Ride height (ground clearance):130 mm
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDrum [bad for performance and cooling.]
Tires size185/60 R14; 195/50 R15
Wheel rims size14; 15

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