Seat Ibiza S Copa 1.2 12v 5dr Car Review - March 2012

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List Price: £11,635
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 S Copa 1.2 12v 5dr is a reliable and well-built vehicle that won’t break the bank on purchase price or running costs. The handling is good, but the refinement leaves much to be desired and the engine is pretty weak too.

However, for everyday city driving, the hatchback is both practical and economical.

PROS:  A supermini that is both affordable and comfortable, perfect for everyday city driving.

CONS:  The engine is pretty slow, so don't expect much power behind the wheel. This level of kit is also quite basic.

Behind the Wheel

The Seat Ibiza S Copa 1.2 12v 5dr is a comfortable hatchback with good handling, but a noisy engine. It doesn’t perform too well on motorways where the weaker engine becomes an issue, but it does offer plenty of grip. Corners are dealt with without too much body roll.

The S Copa 1.2 12v 5dr has a top speed of 101mph and the 1198 cc engine only produces 83 lb-ft torque power at 3000 rpm and 69 bhp at 5400 rpm. It reaches 0-62 mph in 13.9 seconds.

Looks & Equipment

The cabin of the Seat Ibiza S Copa 1.2 12v 5dr has a basic level of kit and looks more hardwearing than it does luxurious.

All Ibiza models come with buttons on the steering column, which control the MP3 and CD player. The Ibiza S Copa has electric windows, alloy wheels, electric door mirrors, air conditioning and cruise control. Metallic paint comes as an optional extra.

Practicality, Safety & Reliability

The Seat Ibiza S Copa 1.2 12v 5dr comes with driver, passenger and front side airbags as well central locking, an alarm and immobiliser for safety and security. The seat Ibiza S Copa 1.2 12v 5dr is a very reliable vehicle and offers a 3-year warranty on 60,000 miles.

The Seat Ibiza S Copa 1.2 12v 5dr offers plenty of space inside, although there is minimal legroom in the rear. The driver is able to adjust the seat to his or her preferences and there is ample headroom available.

The boot offers plenty of space and the 60/40 split rear seats fold back easily, which creates even more space. The boot expands from 292 litres to 554 litres with the seats down.

Value for Money

The Ibiza S Copa is priced at £11,635 and the car holds its value pretty well, too.

The hatchback offers low CO2 emissions of 125 g/km and a combined average of 52.3 mpg. Being an inexpensive car to run and a cheap model to buy, the Ibiza S Copa is a good practical city car with plenty of space within the cabin too. However, it does lack equipment and an upgrade to the SE trim might suit some drivers better.

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