Seat Ibiza SC S Copa 1.2 12v 3dr Car Review - March 2012

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List Price: £11,135
Tax Band: D
Insurance Group: 5
MPG: 52.3
CO2: 125
0-62 Mph: 13.9 secs
BHP: 69 BHP
Range: 518 miles
CarSite Verdict:  3.5/5
The Seat Ibiza SC S Copa 1.2 12v 3dr comes in the shape of a competent supermini. Although it offers a smart exterior, the Seat Ibiza SC S Copa 1.2 12v 3dr doesn’t however quite live up to those smooth looks on the road, with refinement and steering leaving much to be desired.

However, this Ibiza is great for everyday city driving as it is very low cost to run on top of an already low purchase price. It is practical and comes with plenty of kit.

PROS:  The Seat Ibiza SC S Copa 1.2 12v 3dr is a small family car with a great low price tag and low running costs. Most suited to urban everyday driving.

CONS:  The Seat Ibiza has relatively poor ride comfort and the refinement could be improved. The engine is a little lacklustre and quite weak.

Behind the Wheel

The Seat Ibiza SC S Copa 1.2 12v 3dr comes in the shape of a small family car with front-wheel-drive and a 5-speed gearbox, but the steering lacks some much-needed sharpness.

In terms of power, the small 1198 cc engine offers only 69 bhp and 83 lb-ft at 3000 rpm of torque power, which makes for a top speed of just 101 mph. 0-62 mph is reached in 13.9 seconds.

The Seat Ibiza SC S Copa 1.2 offers a good drive in the city, but tends to struggle a little on your average B-road.

Looks & Equipment

The Seat Ibiza SC S Copa 1.2 12v 3dr is a good looking car and will look great on the city streets for which it was designed.

The interior is comfortable and well finished, coming with a decent amount of kit. Equipment that comes as standard includes air conditioning, alloy wheels, electric front mirrors, electric door mirrors, cruise control, a CD player and MP3 connectivity.

The six-speaker radio offers a decent sound; this is also available with a pre-ordered USB/iPod connection.

Buyers can also add optional extras such as stability control and metallic paint. There is a choice of a specified cradle, which has been designed to hold a modern sat-nav, too.

Practicality, Safety & Reliability

In practical terms, the Seat Ibiza SC S Copa 1.2 12v 3dr has plenty of inner space for the size of the car. Five adults fit into the coupe, but four will be more comfortable as the rear leg room is a little cramped. The boots offers 284 litres if room, which is fine for everyday use.

The Seat Ibiza SC S Copa 1.2 12v 3dr comes fitted with driver, passenger and front side airbags, as well an alarm and immobiliser, as standard.

The Seat Ibiza SC S Copa 1.2 12v 3dr comes in the shape of a sturdy and well-built car that uses good quality materials. It is a reliable vehicle and offers a 3-year warranty on 60,000 miles.

Value for Money

The Seat Ibiza SC S Copa 1.2 12v 3dr also offers a competitive price of £11,135.

Running costs are low thanks to the Seat Ibiza SC S Copa 1.2 12v 3dr’s small capacity engine.

The Seat Ibiza SC S Copa returns a combined average of 52.3 mpg and has CO2 emissions of 125 g/km.

This the perfect city car for those who need it for everyday use, but drivers who do motorway driving might find the slow engine a bit frustrating and will be better suited to a bigger engine.

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