SEAT Ibiza Hatchback 1999-

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  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Looked good, but I'm a bit worried about residual value.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    MPG is very poor (34) compared with many similar type cars..

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    A nice firm ride. Front springing/damping not nice! Can't really put a finger on it.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Engine great, but needs a much, much higher ratio 5th gear.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    No major problems. Small niggling ones.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    A sheep in wolf's clothing? Maybe, but it does look good.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very good for what is really a warm hatch. High engine revs on Motoways is irritating.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent features including alarm, immobilliser, door relocking, etc, etc.

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Dealer service has been fantastic. Couldn't have done more. (Perrys Aylesbury).

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Fly by wire throttle difficult ot get the feel of. New engine ECU seems to have helped a bit.

    Other

    Rear washers. Throttle.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes