SEAT Ibiza Mk2
The Volkswagen-engineered supermini that redefined SEAT's identity.
- Power
- 60 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 14.3 s
- Top speed
- 98 mph
About the SEAT Ibiza Mk2
The 1999 facelift of the second-generation SEAT Ibiza, often referred to as the 6K2, marked a significant shift for the Spanish brand under Volkswagen Group ownership. While the chassis remained based on the VW Polo 6N, the exterior was heavily revised with a new split-grille design and the interior received a complete overhaul to match VW's contemporary quality standards. The 1.4 S served as a core volume trim, offering a balance of economy and reliability rather than outright performance. It is remembered as the model that helped establish SEAT as a youthful, design-led alternative within the VAG portfolio.
SEAT Ibiza Mk2 specs
The SEAT Ibiza Mk2 produces 60 bhp (45 kW) and 116 Nm (86 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 14.3 seconds and has a top speed of 98 mph (157 km/h).
| Make | SEAT |
|---|---|
| Model | Ibiza |
| Generation | Mk2 |
| Trim | 1.4 S |
| Years | 1993–2002 |
| Type | Hatchback |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | Spain |
| Engine | 1.4-litre inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,390 cc (1.4 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 60 bhp (45 kW) at 4,700 rpm |
| Torque | 116 Nm (86 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 5,800 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 14.3 s |
| Top speed | 98 mph (157 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 955 kg (2,105 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 63 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
SEAT Ibiza Mk2 rarity in CarSpot
The SEAT Ibiza Mk2 is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 0 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
SEAT Ibiza Mk2 fun facts
- The 1999 facelift was so extensive that it was often marketed as a new generation, despite sharing its underpinnings with the 1993 original.
- This generation of Ibiza was the first to be fully developed at SEAT's Martorell Technical Centre under Volkswagen's direction.
- The Mk2 Ibiza was the basis for the SEAT Córdoba, which included saloon, estate, and coupé body styles.
