Opel Astra G Classic 1.6 Ecotec 16V (101 hp) Automatic

Gasoline engine with 101 hp (74 kW) and 111 lb-ft (150 Nm), built 1998–2002, sedan body, front-wheel drive. The Opel Astra G Classic has 8 more powerful gasoline versions.

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Power101 hp (74 kW)
Torque111 lb-ft (150 Nm)
0–62 mph13.5 s
Top speed112 mph (180 km/h)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine version1.6 Ecotec 16V (101 hp) Automatic
Engine codeX16XEL
Displacement1.6 L (1,598 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Transverse
Valves per cylinder4
ValvetrainDOHC
Fuel systemMulti-point indirect injection
Compression ratio10-5
Bore79 mm
Stroke81.5 mm
Engine oil capacity3.4 qt (3.25 l)

Performance

Power101 hp (74 kW) @ 6200 rpm
Torque111 lb-ft (150 Nm) @ 3200 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)13.5 s
Top speed112 mph (180 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
City23 mpg (10.2 l/100 km)
Highway31 mpg (7.7 l/100 km)
Fuel tank13.7 gal (52 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleSedan
Doors5
Length167.4 in (4,252 mm)
Width67.3 in (1,709 mm)
Height56.1 in (1,425 mm)
Curb weight2,502 lb (1,135 kg)
Gross vehicle weight3,494 lb (1,585 kg)
Cargo volume16.2 cu ft (460 l)
Drag coefficient0.29

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveFront-wheel drive
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionIndependent, MacPherson strut, stabilizer bar
Rear suspensionSemi-independent, coil spring
Tires185/65 R15; 195/60 R15
Wheels6J x 15; 6.5J x 15
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on an Opel Astra with this engine

  • On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
  • Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Opel Astra G Classic engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
1.4 Ecotec 16V (90 hp)Gasoline90 hp (66 kW)
1.4 Ecotec 16V (90 hp) AutomaticGasoline90 hp (66 kW)
1.6 (75 hp)Gasoline75 hp (55 kW)
1.6 (75 hp) AutomaticGasoline75 hp (55 kW)
1.6 Ecotec 16V (101 hp)Gasoline101 hp (74 kW)
1.7 TD (68 hp)Diesel68 hp (50 kW)
1.8 Ecotec 16V (116 hp)Gasoline116 hp (85 kW)
1.8 Ecotec 16V (116 hp) AutomaticGasoline116 hp (85 kW)
2.0 DI (82 hp)Diesel82 hp (60 kW)
2.0 DI (82 hp) AutomaticGasoline82 hp (60 kW)
2.0 Ecotec 16V (136 hp)Gasoline136 hp (100 kW)
2.0 Ecotec 16V (136 hp) AutomaticGasoline136 hp (100 kW)
2.0 DTI 16V (101 hp)Diesel101 hp (74 kW)
1.6i (85 hp)Gasoline85 hp (63 kW)
1.6i (85 hp) AutomaticGasoline85 hp (63 kW)
1.7 DTI 16V (75 hp)Diesel75 hp (55 kW)
1.8i 16V (125 hp)Gasoline125 hp (92 kW)
1.8i 16V (125 hp) AutomaticGasoline125 hp (92 kW)
2.2i 16V (147 hp)Gasoline147 hp (108 kW)
2.2i 16V (147 hp) AutomaticGasoline147 hp (108 kW)

← All Opel Astra G Classic engines

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