Seat Ibiza III Sport 2.0i (115 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 Overview:

Seat Ibiza (III). With 170 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11 l/100km). Weighing only 1128 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.1 s). The top speed reaches 198 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 (115 hp), ideal for city commuting.
  • • Respectable acceleration of 10.1 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
  • • 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: July, 1996 - 1999).

General:
Brand:Seat
Model:Ibiza
Generation:III
Modification (Engine):Sport 2.0i (115 Hp)
Start of production:July, 2002
End of production:2006
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Hatchback
Seats:5
Doors:3-5
Engine:
Power:115 Hp @ 5400 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:58 Hp/l [102mm more]
Torque:170 Nm @ 2400 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:AZL, BBX More details about the engine AZL, BBX
Engine displacement:1984
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:2
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:OHC
Engine oil capacity:4 l
Coolant:5 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:82.5 mm mm
Piston Stroke:92.8 mm mm
Compression ratio:10.5:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:11 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:6 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:10.1 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:10.1 sec
Maximum speed:198 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:9.8 kg/Hp, 102 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:6.6 kg/Nm, 150.7 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:9.6 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1128
Max. weight:1648
Max load:520
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:1030 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:265 l
Fuel tank capacity:45 l
Size:
Length:3955 mm mm [102mm more]
Width:1700 mm mm [60mm more]
Height:1440 mm mm [18mm more]
Wheelbase:2460 mm mm [17mm more]
Front track:1435 mm
Rear (Back) track:1425 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 brakesDisc
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size205/45 R16
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionSpring Strut

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