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Seat Ibiza 1.0 TSI 95 Xcellence [EZ] 5dr Review

Category: Small car

Section: Version review

Fuel type:
petrol
Gearbox:
manual
Doors:
5 doors
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Review

The model

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The Seat Ibiza is one of the best small cars you can buy, thanks to its fun handling, roomy interior and low running costs. Go for the 1.0 TSI 95 engine and SE Technology or FR trim to get the best value for money.

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The trim

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Xcellence trim is lavishly equipped. You get keyless entry, faux-suede upholstery and dual-zone climate control as standard, so don't rule it out if you love your creature comforts.

The engine

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This is effectively a turbocharged version of the entry-level 1.0 MPI. It's the pick of the engine line-up, being punchy from low revs and whisking the Ibiza up to 60mph in around 10 seconds – very respectable by class standards.

Key information

Doors5
Seats5
0-62 MPH10.9 seconds
Fuel TypePetrol
GearboxMANUAL
MPGOfficial overall fuel economy figure

51.4

Boot CapacityHow much space is there?

355

litres

EmissionsOfficial emissions rating

124

g/km

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