Opel Astra G OPC 2.0 16V (160 hp)

Gasoline engine with 160 hp (118 kW) and 139 lb-ft (188 Nm), built 1999–2001, hatchback body, front-wheel drive. It is the most powerful gasoline version of the generation.

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Power160 hp (118 kW)
Torque139 lb-ft (188 Nm)
0–62 mph8.2 s
Top speed137 mph (220 km/h)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine versionOPC 2.0 16V (160 hp)
Engine codeX20XER
Displacement2.0 L (1,998 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Transverse
Valves per cylinder4
ValvetrainDOHC
Fuel systemMulti-point indirect injection
Compression ratio10-8
Bore86 mm
Stroke86 mm
Engine oil capacity5.5 qt (5.25 l)

Performance

Power160 hp (118 kW) @ 6500 rpm
Torque139 lb-ft (188 Nm) @ 4300 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)8.2 s
Top speed137 mph (220 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
City18 mpg (13.2 l/100 km)
Highway26 mpg (9.2 l/100 km)
CO₂ emissions357 g/mi (222 g/km)
Fuel tank13.7 gal (52 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleHatchback
Doors5
Length161.8 in (4,110 mm)
Width67.3 in (1,709 mm)
Height55.3 in (1,405 mm)
Curb weight2,502 lb (1,135 kg)
Gross vehicle weight3,715 lb (1,685 kg)
Cargo volume13.1 cu ft (370 l)
Drag coefficient0.28

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveFront-wheel drive
Gears5
SteeringElectric power steering
Front suspensionIndependent, MacPherson strut, stabilizer bar
Rear suspensionSemi-independent, coil spring
Tires215/40 R17 V
Wheels7.5J x 17 ET45
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 engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
1.2 16V (65 hp)Gasoline65 hp (48 kW)
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)
1.6 Ecotec 16V (101 hp) AutomaticGasoline101 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 16V (82 hp)Diesel82 hp (60 kW)
2.0 DI 16V (82 hp) AutomaticDiesel82 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)
1.2 16V (75 hp)Gasoline75 hp (55 kW)
1.6 (85 hp)Gasoline85 hp (63 kW)
1.6 (85 hp) AutomaticGasoline85 hp (63 kW)
1.7 DTI 16V (75 hp)Diesel75 hp (55 kW)
1.8 16V (125 hp)Gasoline125 hp (92 kW)
1.8 16V (125 hp) AutomaticGasoline125 hp (92 kW)
2.2 16V (147 hp)Gasoline147 hp (108 kW)
2.2 16V (147 hp) AutomaticGasoline147 hp (108 kW)

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