SEAT Ibiza Hatchback 1999-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Fair amount of kit for the price.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very affordable (£8,100 new).

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Can't fault it. Handles city and motorway equally well.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Would benefit from a 16-valve engine.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Very reliable, although electric windows can be troublesome.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Looks modern and relatively sporty.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Generally good, although seats a little on the firm side.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    About average for the class. A factory alarm would have been nice.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Dealer fixed electric windows twice. Generally friendly and helpful (Westerham Garage).

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    High pitched wine between 35-40mph.

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes