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Seat Mii KF

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

4.0 / 5.0 · Based on 4 engine variants
Most Fun Engine

82–83 PS

Elektro 36.8 kWh Elektro

Silently gliding through the city

Decent
Most Reliable Engine

75 PS

1.0L MPI Benzin

3 weaknesses

Good Choice

Engine Overview

The Seat Mii KF is available with 4 engine variants — from 60 to 83 hp. 1 variants had engine changes — the model year is crucial.

1.0L CNG · CNG· 68 PS
2012 2019
Be Careful 4 weaknesses
1.0L MPI · Petrol· 60–75 PS Engine Change
2011 2019
Good Choice 4 weaknesses
2011 2019
Good Choice 3 weaknesses
Mii Electric · Electric· 83 PS
2019 2021
Be Careful 4 weaknesses
Mii electric 60kW · Electric· 82 PS
2019 2021
Be Careful 4 weaknesses

The Seat 1.0L CNG (CNG, 68 PS) has the CPGA (1.0L CNG) — rated: "Be Careful", 4 known weaknesses.

The Seat 1.0L MPI (Petrol, 60–75 PS) comes with 2 different engines: CHYA (2011–2019, Good Choice) and CHYB (2011–2019, Good Choice). Pay attention to the model year for the 1.0L MPI!

The Seat Mii Electric (Electric, 83 PS) has the Mii-ED (Elektro 36.8 kWh) — rated: "Be Careful", 4 known weaknesses.

The Seat Mii electric 60kW (Electric, 82 PS) has the Mii-ED (Elektro 36.8 kWh) — rated: "Be Careful", 4 known weaknesses.

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Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
!ASG automatic: Jerking and sluggish shifting

The optional 5-speed ASG gearbox responds sluggishly and jerks on pull-away. Engaging 1st gear and reverse when the engine is warm is particularly problematic.

Symptoms: Jerking on pull-away, difficulty engaging 1st gear and reverse when engine is warm
from 80,000 km
High

Test Reports

tuev

AUTO BILD TÜV-Report

Above average

The Mii passes the roadworthiness inspection without complaints more frequently than the class average, even at higher mileage. Typical weak points are defective rear lights and misaligned low-beam headlights; the exhaust system also attracts attention above average.

2023-01

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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 20 weaknesses have been documented for the Seat Mii KF (2011–2021) — 15 engine-related and 5 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Gearbox, Suspension, HVAC, Rust. Considered reliable: CHYA (1.0L MPI), CHYB (1.0L MPI).

Mii (CPGA, 2012–2019) — Be Careful: Corrosion on the CNG tank (CNG system), Recall 24DQ: gas lines insufficiently tightened, CNG injector failure on individual cylinder. Power: 68 PS.

Mii (Mii-ED, 2019–2021) — Be Careful: Recall: High-voltage battery fire risk (2021), HV battery cells fail prematurely, Traction battery capacity loss. Power: 83 PS.

Mii (Mii-ED, 2019–2021) — Be Careful: Recall: High-voltage battery fire risk (2021), HV battery cells fail prematurely, Traction battery capacity loss. Power: 82 PS.

What to watch out for with the Seat Mii? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Seat Mii KF have? +
The Seat Mii KF has 15 known engine weaknesses and 5 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Seat Mii KF? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Good choice: CHYA (1.0L MPI), CHYB (1.0L MPI). The most reliable engine is the CHYB (1.0L MPI) with the lowest risk score. The most fun to drive is the Mii-ED (Elektro 36.8 kWh).
Which Seat Mii KF engine is the most reliable? +
The {code} ({displacement}) is the most reliable engine in the Seat Mii KF. It has the lowest risk score of all available engines and is rated "Good Choice". However, there are 3 known weaknesses to be aware of.
Which Seat Mii KF engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Seat Mii KF — rated: "Decent". {description} The electric Mii e! surprises with immediate acceleration and quiet progress. With 61 kW and the small battery it remains a pure city car, but thanks to the instantly available torque it is more fun there than its petrol siblings. Keep a close eye on the range.
Is the Seat Mii KF worth buying used? +
The Seat Mii KF is a good choice as a used car — 2 of 4 engine variants are rated 'Good Choice'.
What horsepower variants are available for the Seat Mii KF? +
The Seat Mii KF is available with engine variants from 60 to 83 hp. Petrol: CHYA (1.0L MPI), CHYB (1.0L MPI).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee