Seat Ibiza IV (facelift 2012) 1.2 TDI (75 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)
IV (facelift 2012) Overview:
Seat Ibiza (IV (facelift 2012)). With 180 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~4.6 l/100km). Weighing only 1135 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.9 s). The top speed reaches 168 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:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (150 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Respectable acceleration of 7.6 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
- • Balanced fuel consumption of 5.9 L/100 km for its class.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.
- • Direct fuel injection technology for optimized combustion.
Cons:
- • Compact cargo space (250 L); may require careful packing.
- • Meets EURO 5 emission standard; check for local urban restriction zones.
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV: 2010 - 2012).
| General: |
| Brand: | Seat |
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| Model: | Ibiza |
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| Generation: | IV (facelift 2012) |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.2 TDI (75 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 2012 |
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| End of production: | 2015 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Hatchback |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 5 |
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| Engine: |
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
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| Power: | 75 Hp @ 4200 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 62.6 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 180 Nm @ 2000 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | CFWA [Same engine] More details about the engine CFWA |
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| Engine displacement: | 1199 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
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| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
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| Coolant: | 8 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 79.5 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 80.5 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 16.5:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 4.6 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 3.3 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 3.8 l/100 km |
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| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.9 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.9 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 168 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 15.1 kg/Hp, 66.1 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.3 kg/Nm, 158.6 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13.2 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1135 |
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| Max. weight: | 1630 |
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| Max load: | 495 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 292 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4061 mm mm [9mm more] |
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| Width: | 1693 mm mm [Same width.] |
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| Height: | 1445 mm mm [Same height.] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2469 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
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| Front track: | 1465 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1457 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.48 m [above average] |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Electric Steering |
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| Tires size | 175/70 R14; 185/60 R15; 215/45 R16 |
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| Wheel rims size | 5J x 14; 6J x 15; 7J x 16 |
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| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
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| Rear suspension | Hydraulic elements |
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