SEAT Cordoba (03-06) - Review

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The SEAT Cordoba is essentially an Ibiza with a large boot. It never really caught on it the UK as there’s not really a market for small saloons and there’s not much of an engine choice. However, the one petrol and two diesels are frugal, insurance is low and it’s unlikely to let you down, so if you’re willing to look past the dowdy image and limited versatility, you could pick up a great bargain.
3 out of 5

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The SEAT Cordoba is essentially an Ibiza with a large boot. It never really caught on it the UK as there’s not really a market for small saloons and there’s not much of an engine choice. However, the one petrol and two diesels are frugal, insurance is low and it’s unlikely to let you down, so if you’re willing to look past the dowdy image and limited versatility, you could pick up a great bargain.

Driving & Performance

  • Performance

    3.5 out of 5

    "The engine line-up is simple, with two TDi diesels and a petrol unit to choose from. The refined..."

  • Handling

    3.5 out of 5

    "Cordoba is fun to drive and easy to manoeuvre, performing just as well as the Ibiza on twisty..."

Comfort

  • Comfort

    3.5 out of 5

    "It's roomy inside and there's comfortable seating for four adults or a family of five on long..."

  • Practicality

    2.5 out of 5

    "Spillages shouldn’t be too frequent as there’s a couple of cupholders dotted throughout the cabin -..."

  • Equipment

    3.5 out of 5

    "As standard, all models are fitted with 14-inch steel wheels, ABS, power steering, electric front..."

  • Behind the wheel

    3.5 out of 5

    "The cabin is a little lacklustre and the basic centre console and dashboard design lacks the flair..."

Costs

  • Running costs

    3.5 out of 5

    "Insurance costs are reasonable, with groups ranging from four for 1.4 S models, to seven for the..."

  • Green credentials

    4.5 out of 5

    "Cordoba performs very well on the eco front. With an average of 145 g/km CO2 across the model..."

Safety & Reliability

  • Safety

    4 out of 5

    "It hasn’t been crash tested by Euro NCAP, but the closely-related Ibiza has. It scored well, with..."

  • Reliability

    4 out of 5

    "We’ve heard of few problems so far, although SEAT has issued two recalls - one for a fuel pump cover..."

Buying & Selling

  • Buying new

    0 out of 5

  • Buying used

    3 out of 5

    "Most examples are still retained within the SEAT Approved Used network but dealers are looking to..."

  • Selling

    2.5 out of 5

    "There’s not huge demand for the Cordoba, so selling it could be difficult. However, dealers may be..."

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