[citation needed] The Córdoba was facelifted in 1999, with changes focusing on the bumpers, headlights, taillights and front grille,[4] as well as in the interior, with new materials and upholstery.

[4] The SX was no longer available in the United Kingdom, and limited numbers are known to exist in the Republic of Ireland in RHD format.

Danish driver Dennis Rømer contested the 2014 World RX of Germany, finishing 40th out of 41 entrants in the heat stage.

The Citi Golf had the same exterior as the pre-facelift Córdoba and the 1.4-litre ABD engine was standard paired with a five-speed manual gearbox.

The second-generation Córdoba was presented at the 2002 Paris Motor Show as the four-door saloon version of the SEAT Ibiza Mk3 hatchback.

[citation needed] In Mexico, Córdoba production continued for a moment longer at the Volkswagen de México Puebla assembly plant.

[year needed] It had the four-cylinder, 2.0-litre 85 kW (115 PS; 113 hp) engine combined with a five-speed manual or an optional six-speed Tiptronic transmission.