SEAT Cordoba 2003-2009 Photos, engines & full specs
Updated: 5 September 2022 • Maintained by:
Segment: Compact
Production years: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009
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SEAT offered the Cordoba lineup as a three-box sedan for the small-sized Ibiza and gave its customers a feeling that it was a larger vehicle, even though it wasn't.
The Spanish carmaker was already on the third model developed under Volkswagen ownership and started to be more confident in its German partners. It used the newly developed A04 (PQ24) platform used by the Polo lineup. It was the second generation of the Cordoba, and it didn't last too long on the market, being one of the victims claimed by the world financial crisis and axed by SEAT in 2008.
Walter da Silva designed the Cordoba following the bio-design trend, with curved lines all over the body. Up to the C-pillar, it looked similar to its Ibiza sibling, but the rear featured a third volume for the 485 liters (17.1 cu-ft) trunk. In the rear, the horizontal taillights spread between the thin quarter panels and the wide trunk lid were penned in the bio-design style, with an elongated, curved shape.
SEAT installed a comfortable interior for the second generation of the Cordoba and offered it a wide options range. The automatic climate controls, power windows, mirrors, locks, and navigation system were unusual for a small-segment vehicle. Due to the small wheelbase, there was not too much legroom for the rear passengers, but it was enough for up to three children and adequate for two adults.
Under the hood, SEAT installed a wide engine range, including a few fuel-efficient turbo-diesel engines.
SEAT Cordoba 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009
4 gasoline engines
- 1.2L 5MT FWD (70 HP)
- 1.4L 16v 5MT FWD (100 HP)
- 1.4L 16V 5MT FWD (75 HP)
- 1.6L 5MT FWD (105 HP)
6 diesel engines
- 1.4L TDI 5MT FWD (70 HP)
- 1.4L TDI 5MT FWD (75 HP)
- 1.4L TDI 5MT FWD (80 HP)
- 1.9L SDI 5MT FWD (68 HP)
- 1.9L TDI 5MT FWD (100 HP)
- 1.9L TDI 6MT FWD (130 HP)
SEAT Cordoba
1.2L 5MT FWD (70 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.2L 5MT FWD (70 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L3 |
| Displacement: | 1198 cm3 |
| Power: | 51 KW @ 5400 RPM 69 HP @ 5400 RPM 68 BHP @ 5400 RPM |
| Torque: | 83 lb-ft @ 3000 RPM 113 Nm @ 3000 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
| Fuel capacity: | 11.9 gallons (45.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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| Top Speed: | 106.2 mph (171 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 14.7 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 195/55R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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| Length: | 168.5 in (4280 mm) |
| Width: | 66.9 in (1699 mm) |
| Height: | 56.7 in (1440 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 55.9/55.4 in (1,420/1,407 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 96.9 in (2461 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 17.1 cuFT (484 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.3 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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| Unladen Weight: | 2295 lbs (1041 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 3483.3 lbs (1580 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 30.9 mpg US (7.6 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 46.1 mpg US (5.1 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 39.9 mpg US (5.9 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 142 g/km |
SEAT Cordoba
1.4L 16v 5MT FWD (100 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L 16v 5MT FWD (100 HP) | |
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| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1390 cm3 |
| Power: | 74 KW @ 6000 RPM 101 HP @ 6000 RPM 99 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
| Torque: | 93 lb-ft @ 4400 RPM 126 Nm @ 4400 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
| Fuel capacity: | 11.9 gallons (45.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 120 mph (193 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 195/55R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 168.5 in (4280 mm) |
| Width: | 66.9 in (1699 mm) |
| Height: | 56.7 in (1440 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 55.9/55.4 in (1,420/1,407 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 96.9 in (2461 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 17.1 cuFT (484 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.3 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2347.9 lbs (1065 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 3494.3 lbs (1585 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 26.4 mpg US (8.9 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 44.4 mpg US (5.3 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 35.6 mpg US (6.6 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 158 g/km |
SEAT Cordoba
1.4L 16V 5MT FWD (75 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L 16V 5MT FWD (75 HP) | |
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| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1390 cm3 |
| Power: | 55 KW @ 5000 RPM 75 HP @ 5000 RPM 74 BHP @ 5000 RPM |
| Torque: | 93 lb-ft @ 3800 RPM 126 Nm @ 3800 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
| Fuel capacity: | 11.9 gallons (45.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 109 mph (175 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 13.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 195/55R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 168.5 in (4280 mm) |
| Width: | 66.9 in (1699 mm) |
| Height: | 56.7 in (1440 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 55.9/55.4 in (1,420/1,407 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 96.9 in (2461 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 17.1 cuFT (484 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.3 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2314.8 lbs (1050 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 3514.2 lbs (1594 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 26.7 mpg US (8.8 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 45.2 mpg US (5.2 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 36.7 mpg US (6.4 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 154 g/km |
SEAT Cordoba
1.6L 5MT FWD (105 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L 5MT FWD (105 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1598 cm3 |
| Power: | 77 KW @ 5600 RPM 105 HP @ 5600 RPM 103 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
| Torque: | 113 lb-ft @ 3800 RPM 153 Nm @ 3800 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
| Fuel capacity: | 11.9 gallons (45.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 120 mph (193 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 195/55 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 168.5 in (4280 mm) |
| Width: | 66.9 in (1699 mm) |
| Height: | 56.7 in (1440 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 55.9/55.4 in (1,420/1,407 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 96.9 in (2461 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 17.1 cuFT (484 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.3 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2347.9 lbs (1065 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 3494.3 lbs (1585 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 25.3 mpg US (9.3 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 42.7 mpg US (5.5 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 34.1 mpg US (6.9 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 164 g/km |
SEAT Cordoba
1.4L TDI 5MT FWD (70 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L TDI 5MT FWD (70 HP) | |
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| Cylinders: | L3 |
| Displacement: | 1422 cm3 |
| Power: | 51 KW @ 4000 RPM 69 HP @ 4000 RPM 68 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
| Torque: | 114 lb-ft @ 2200 RPM 155 Nm @ 2200 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
| Fuel: | Diesel |
| Fuel capacity: | 11.9 gallons (45.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 104 mph (167 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 14.8 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 195/55R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 168.5 in (4280 mm) |
| Width: | 66.9 in (1699 mm) |
| Height: | 56.7 in (1440 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 55.9/55.4 in (1,420/1,407 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 96.9 in (2461 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 16.1 cuFT (456 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.3 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2466.97 lbs (1119 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 3664.08 lbs (1662 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 39.86 mpg US (5.9 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 57.36 mpg US (4.1 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 50.04 mpg US (4.7 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 127 g/km |
SEAT Cordoba
1.4L TDI 5MT FWD (75 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L TDI 5MT FWD (75 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L3 |
| Displacement: | 1422 cm3 |
| Power: | 55 KW @ 4000 RPM 75 HP @ 4000 RPM 74 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
| Torque: | 144 lb-ft @ 2200 RPM 195 Nm @ 2200 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
| Fuel: | Diesel |
| Fuel capacity: | 11.9 gallons (45.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 108 mph (174 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 14.2 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 185/60 R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 168.5 in (4280 mm) |
| Width: | 66.9 in (1699 mm) |
| Height: | 56.7 in (1440 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 55.9/55.4 in (1,420/1,407 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 96.9 in (2461 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 16.1 cuFT (456 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.3 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2466.97 lbs (1119 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 3664.08 lbs (1662 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 41.3 mpg US (5.7 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 57.4 mpg US (4.1 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 51.1 mpg US (4.6 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 124 g/km |
SEAT Cordoba
1.4L TDI 5MT FWD (80 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L TDI 5MT FWD (80 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L3 |
| Displacement: | 1422 cm3 |
| Power: | 59 KW @ 4000 RPM 80 HP @ 4000 RPM 79 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
| Torque: | 144 lb-ft @ 2200 RPM 195 Nm @ 2200 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
| Fuel: | Diesel |
| Fuel capacity: | 11.9 gallons (45.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 109.9 mph (177 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 13.2 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 195/55 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 168.5 in (4280 mm) |
| Width: | 66.9 in (1699 mm) |
| Height: | 56.7 in (1440 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 55.9/55.4 in (1,420/1,407 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 96.9 in (2461 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 16.1 cuFT (456 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.3 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2522.1 lbs (1144 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 3664.1 lbs (1662 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 38.5 mpg US (6.1 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 61.9 mpg US (3.8 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 51.1 mpg US (4.6 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 118 g/km |
SEAT Cordoba
1.9L SDI 5MT FWD (68 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.9L SDI 5MT FWD (68 HP) | |
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| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1896 cm3 |
| Power: | 47 KW @ 4000 RPM 64 HP @ 4000 RPM 63 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
| Torque: | 92 lb-ft @ 1600-2800 RPM 125 Nm @ 1600-2800 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
| Fuel: | Diesel |
| Fuel capacity: | 11.9 gallons (45.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 103 mph (166 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 17.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 185/60 R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 168.5 in (4280 mm) |
| Width: | 66.9 in (1699 mm) |
| Height: | 56.7 in (1440 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 55.9/55.4 in (1,420/1,407 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 96.9 in (2461 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 17.1 cuFT (484 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.5 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2455.9 lbs (1114 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 3648.6 lbs (1655 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 37.3 mpg US (6.3 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 58.8 mpg US (4 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 49 mpg US (4.8 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 132 g/km |
SEAT Cordoba
1.9L TDI 5MT FWD (100 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.9L TDI 5MT FWD (100 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1896 cm3 |
| Power: | 74 KW @ 4000 RPM 101 HP @ 4000 RPM 99 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
| Torque: | 177 lb-ft @ 1800 RPM 240 Nm @ 1800 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
| Fuel: | Diesel |
| Fuel capacity: | 11.9 gallons (45.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 119 mph (192 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11.1 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 195/55 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 168.5 in (4280 mm) |
| Width: | 66.9 in (1699 mm) |
| Height: | 56.7 in (1440 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 55.9/55.4 in (1,420/1,407 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 96.9 in (2461 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 17.1 cuFT (484 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.3 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2526.5 lbs (1146 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 3723.6 lbs (1689 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 36.8 mpg US (6.4 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 58.8 mpg US (4 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 48 mpg US (4.9 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 132 g/km |
SEAT Cordoba
1.9L TDI 6MT FWD (130 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.9L TDI 6MT FWD (130 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1896 cm3 |
| Power: | 96 KW @ 4000 RPM 131 HP @ 4000 RPM 129 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
| Torque: | 229 lb-ft @ 1900 RPM 310 Nm @ 1900 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
| Fuel: | Diesel |
| Fuel capacity: | 11.9 gallons (45.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 130 mph (209 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9.7 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 6-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 195/55 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 168.5 in (4280 mm) |
| Width: | 66.9 in (1699 mm) |
| Height: | 56.7 in (1440 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 55.9/55.4 in (1,420/1,407 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 96.9 in (2461 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 17.1 cuFT (484 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.3 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2661 lbs (1207 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 3809.6 lbs (1728 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 33.1 mpg US (7.1 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 54.7 mpg US (4.3 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 43.6 mpg US (5.4 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 138 g/km |