2006 Je Design Seat Ibiza

The first power boost concerns the 1.9 l Diesel, which, in the production car, generates 160 bhp and a torque of 243 lbs.ft. Following JE DESIGN’s modification to the engine management system, the engine produces a solid 185 bhp and 390 Nm torque on the front axle. A top speed of 139 mph(production car: 136 mph) and 7.0 seconds (production car: 7.6 sec) to sprint to 60 mph are something to shout about. At the same time, the TDI still passes the EI check. Needless to say, the power boost comes complete with a TÜV parts certificate. The tuning specialist breathes extra power into the 132 kW/180 bhp generating 1.8 l Turbo petrol engine also by means of a modification to the engine management system. The 196 bhp then permit an increase in the top speed by 1.8 mph up to 144 mph, while a generous increase in torque from 173 to 221 lbs-ft allows the Ibiza to accelerate from 0-60 mph in true GTI style in 6.8 as opposed to 7.7 seconds.

At the front end, a striking JE DESIGN front spoiler reduces the lift on the front axle. Headlight lens caps and TÜV-exempt tail lamp housing made of ABS lend this Spaniard a much smarter appearance. The headlight lenses in particular work wonders, constricting the somewhat crudely designed original lights to a more respectable size. A visual lowering and a sportier side profile are created by fitting a set of side sills. The rear view is adorned with a chrome plated twin tailpipe (2 x 90 mm), which is perfectly matched to the diffuser insert in a carbon-fibre look. The latter can be fitted in addition to the JE DESIGN rear apron attachment and lends the Ibiza a more powerful appearance from behind. To round things off, extra racing flair can be created by fitting the JE DESIGN roof edge spoiler as well as the three-piece boot lid rear spoiler supplied with a type approval certificate, and which can be set at any angle.