Hatchback - Front (FWD) - 5 Speed Manual Gearbox - 1422 cc - Max Speed: 102, 108 mph - 70, 80 bhp - Diesel - Available Trims: E, Match, S, SE, Sport (On Ciao since: 07/2002)
MPV - Front (FWD) - 6 Speed Manual, 6 Speed auto DSG Automatic - 1968 cc - Max Speed: 122 mph - 140 bhp - Diesel - Available Trims: SE, Sport (On Ciao since: 11/2004)
Hatchback - Front (FWD) - 5 Speed Manual Gearbox, 5 Speed Manual, 6 Speed auto DSG Automatic - 1896 cc - Max Speed: 114 mph - 105 bhp - Diesel - Available Trims: S, SE, Sport (On Ciao since: 02/2007)
Saloon - Front (FWD) - 7 Speed multitronic Automatic, 6 Speed Manual - 1986 cc - Max Speed: 131 mph - 140, 120 bhp - Diesel - Available Trims: S line, SE, Executive S line, Executive SE (On Ciao since: 12/2006)
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Advantages: Price, economical, comfortable, fast acceleration, vast storage space Disadvantages: None
...I bought my first Skoda 5 years ago when I retired from my full time occupation. I had intended to buy a decent second hand model but on visiting the dealer, I was so impressed with the estate version of the 1.9tdi Fabia, that I took the plunge.
Having since had 100% reliability, economical fuel consumption , the added bonus of quick off the mark acceleration for an exceptionally value for money price, I am glad I took the plunge as I have not regretted my choice of car.
Capacious boot space that takes all my golf clubs, trolley and more without having to lower the rear seats is also something to appreciate.
I traded that in 3 years ago for the same model but with added extras such as cd player, air con, alloy wheels at what appeared to be very little price difference from the first one I bought.
The ability to gain quick...
Advantages: Performance AND fuel economy, good build quality Disadvantages: More frequent servicing
...Before this car I had an 1.4 MG ZR (petrol) which although gave excellent performance for that size engine, was proving costly for my commute to work - on average I was achieving about 33 miles per gallon.
So, after only having had that car for 8 months I decided to switch (to the dark side as some would say!) to diesel. I decided to move away from MG as the build quality was not great and the engines somewhat outdated in comparison with other manufacturers, in particular Seat which shares the PD (pump-deuse) diesel engine platform with other names such as VW, Audi and Skoda.
I took the Seat Ibiza FR TDi out for a test drive and it instantly gave me the wow-factor. With a 128 BHP (130PS) 1.9 litre engine, this diesel is no dawdler! Official Seat statistics rate the 0-62 time at 9.4 seconds, although this is widely seen as being...
Advantages: Great Engine, Masses of Torque, the Q factor....... Disadvantages: There is the odd squeak / rattle. Ride can be harsh at times
...Introduction
I'll start with an introduction to tell you why I've chosen this car. I've recently owned a SEAT Leon Cupra, which was great fun. Although the car was very nice it did cost a fair bit to run and insure. With me wanting to buy a house and being 22 years old the Leon Cupra was not the ideal partner for me. This called for me to look to buy another car - one that is economical and hopefully fun too.
Seat Ibiza FR
Since its launch in Mid 2002, the SEAT Ibiza Mark 4 has been very successful having won several motoring awards (including WhatCar Car of the Year 2003). It was only natural for SEAT to extend the range with some faster models. The FR range (Formula Racing) was introduced in 2004 with a choice of 2 engines. A purposeful 150Bhp 1.8 litre 20V Turbo and the grunty 130Bhp 1.9 TDi PD...
oi_nutter2000
09.04.2005 (14.04.2005) ·Read review
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Review of SEAT Ibiza 1.9 TDi
Advantages: Spacious, frugal, good performance. Disadvantages: Looks aren't very exciting.
...I drive a 2002 (52 plate) VW Passat 1.9 TDi 130bhp for work and it has been very reliable and dependable. The engine is by far the best bit about this car - over 40mpg even when driving swiftly and very quiet whether cruising on the motorway or driving around town.
The model i drive is reasonably well equipped - it has a good air conditioning system, electric mirrors, windows, sunroof etc. The only extra i would have added is a factory CD player.
The seats are comfortable on long motorway drives and the road holding is good for a car of this size and weight.
Interior is spacious enough to accomodate 4 adults comfortably - 5 at a push. The boot is also very spacious.
I have also driven the 115bhp model and would thoroughly recommend buying the 130bhp model insead. The fuel economy isn't noticably different yet the 130bhp model is far...
Advantages: very roomy, styling, handles like a car not an mpv Disadvantages: reliability, doesnt like high mileage motoring
...i own a 2004/04 vw sharan 1.9 tdi carat (was top of the range - over £20K new) automatic trans with climate, 6cd, alloys, leather interior bought from a vw dealer in 2005 with just 16,100 miles on the clock with FVWSH & 2 owners.
now done just under 68K miles, still with Vw full history.
looks good, drives & handles well, very roomy but...
at approx 20K miles the water pipe that feeds the rear wash wipe decided to come away from the water pump soaking the n/side passenger front foot well.
at approx 37K miles the alternator decided one night to fry itself along with the fuse box and part of the wiring loom - nearly a £800 repair with local vw dealer.
at approx 67K miles the sharan decided to loss power and became dangerous to drive. the vw dealer found the problem. the air mass meter had failed - a £180 repair. 2 days later...
...I have a VW Polo 1.4tdi 06 plate
Its the best car I've had, economical, practical, stylish and nippy.
The boot is not huge but can fit one large suitcase and two small at a squeeze so adequate for my family of four.
A full tank of deisel ( around £40) will last me two to three weeks with the everyday school and work run and weekend local roaming around.
We took it to Glasgow - around 360 miles from home with a full tank on leaving, it had just under 1/4 of a tank when we got there.
When pulling away it drives more like a 1.6. and will sit very comfortably at 70mph on the motorway.
It feels safe and comfortable to drive, and has excellent build quality ( so my husband says lol ). We've had no mechanical problems so far.
It has cheap Tax and insurance.
Servicing costs £45 to change the oil for its first service...
Advantages: Economical, Great Build Quality, Nippy, Quiet for a Diesel, Looks, Great Residues Disadvantages: Rear Legroom, Standard Suspension Setup, Headlight beam
...Update 30/01/02
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Had this car for exactly a year now! Some other information!
Winter - In the winter (i.e. now) the mileage returned from the diesel is slightly lower than in the summer. Thats because the diesel is cold and the engine needs to use more power to heat it up, thus less miles to the gallon and a noisier start up in winter! Arrr! Now you know!
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Having owned my Golf TDI 90bhp for almost a year now, I thought it would be useful to write a review so that other potential buyers both new and secondhand alike could share some of my experiences.
At the beginning of 2001, I decided that my old car, a M reg Rover 416i, had had its day and I was on the look out for a small hatchback that would be economical, as I am quite a high mileage driver.
The Mk4 Golf is in the small hatch league, the same as its arch...
Advantages: Space, Relative Economy and Reliable Engines Disadvantages: Still pricey to tax and run compared to most cars
...I purchased my Discovery 200tdi around 16 mths ago and it never let me down. The vehicle I located was a bit unusual in that it had never towed or seen hard work and had only had 1 owner its entire life.
The service file included 20k worth or receipts for work actioned over the car's life and it is fair to say that the first owner spared no expense whatsoever. It had a better history than most of the 300tdi's sitting around and I decided to buy it.
After fitting some modern wheel arches and side mouldings the car did not look out of place against a disco 7 years younger and the paintwork positively gleamed.
It was fantastic for taking my dogs to training and collecting friends and family. The driving position is high and the build solid. You really feel that it would take a huge impact and maintain composure. The original...
Advantages: Outstanding Torque, Performance, Economy, Sporty (FR model) Disadvantages: Not as solid as Audi
...Background
I recently bought an audi A3 (new shape) but with a 2.0 FSI engine. It was the worst decision I have ever made. I was in the garage 10 times in 6 months, rattles, knocks, suspension but what really annoyed me (having come from a 2.1TDi Peugeot 406) was the lack of grunt or torque especially on the motorway.
Having wasted £2k (after trade in), I decided to test drive EVERY single TDi. golf, bora, passat, handa accord, saab 93, vauxhall, toyota avensis, bmw 320d, audi a3 2.0 tdi, mercedes, etc I researched tirelessly everyting from speed, economy looks etc. I'm 23yrs old, I drive quite fast, I like power but I'm no chav. Lets get that straight from the off. I work as a software engineer.
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The Seat Leon FR looks quite sporty, fr badges, lowered suspension (very very hard btw) sprts bumpers...
Jpmayock
13.11.2005 (16.11.2005) ·Read review
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Review of SEAT Leon 1.9 TDi
Advantages: Excellent performance and economy Disadvantages: Slightly less refined than its VW cousins
...I purchased one of these in May 2004 (2003, 03 plate), the 1.9 TDI PD 130 version. This car uses the same 130bhp 1.9 litre diesel engine used extensively throughout the VW Group (VW, SEAT, Skoda and Audi) range.
The first thing you notice about this car is the power and especially the torque generated by this engine. Due to turbo lag, it is a little sluggish at extremely low rpm, but once over 1500rpm, the torque and the turbo begin to kick in. Use the 6-speed gearbox to keep the car around the 2000rpm mark to feel the full benefit of this power.
The handling of this car is also fantastic, although the stiffened suspension can lead to the ride being a little harsh over bumpier roads.
Fuel economy from this car is also fantastic, I averaged around 50mpg, much more on longer motorway journeys (in 6th gear this car will to 70mph...
mickcave
18.12.2005 (11.01.2006) ·Read review
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Review of SEAT Ibiza 1.9 TDi
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