Seat Toledo I (1L, facelift 1995) 1.9 TDI (90 Hp)
Seat Toledo:
The SEAT Toledo is a small family car produced by the Spanish manufacturer SEAT, part of Volkswagen Group. The Toledo name was first introduced to the SEAT line up in May 1991 being named after a Spanish city with the same name, with the fourth generation being introduced at the end of 2012, for the model year of 2013. Production ended in February 2019, and the nameplate is currently not in use.
The initial version of the SEAT Toledo was launched as a four-door fastback saloon, and its sales career lasted from May 1991 to March 1999. Technically it was a five-door liftback, as its boot lid opened together with the rear window....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (1L, facelift 1995) Overview:
Seat Toledo (I (1L, facelift 1995)). With 202 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~5.6 l/100km). Weighing only 1080 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.7 s). The top speed reaches 184 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Efficiency-focused engine (90 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 12.7 sec).
- • Exceptional fuel efficiency: 4.8 L/100 km.
- • Generous trunk capacity of 550 Liters.
- • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.
- • Direct fuel injection technology for optimized combustion.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II (1M2): October, 2000 - July, 2004).
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| Brand: | Seat |
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| Model: | Toledo |
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| Generation: | I (1L, facelift 1995) |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.9 TDI (90 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | September, 1995 |
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| End of production: | March, 1999 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Sedan |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 4 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 90 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 47.5 Hp/l [118mm less] |
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| Torque: | 202 Nm @ 1900 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | 1Z, AHU More details about the engine 1Z, AHU |
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| Engine displacement: | 1896 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
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| Valvetrain: | OHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
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| Coolant: | 6.8 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: | 95.5 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 19.5:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 5.6 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.3 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.8 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.7 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.7 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 184 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12 kg/Hp, 83.3 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.3 kg/Nm, 187 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.1 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1080 |
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| Max. weight: | 1580 |
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| Max load: | 500 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1360 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 550 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4321 mm mm [118mm less] |
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| Width: | 1662 mm mm [80mm less] |
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| Height: | 1421 mm mm [15mm less] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2471 mm mm [42mm less] |
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| Front track: | 1429 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1422 mm |
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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 | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 185/60 R14 |
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| Front suspension | Wishbone |
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| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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Behind the wheel of the Seat Toledo. How does it handle on the road?