Opel Corsa B (facelift 1997) 1.5 TD (67 hp)

Diesel engine with 67 hp (49 kW) and 97 lb-ft (132 Nm), built 1997–2000, hatchback body, front-wheel drive. It is the most powerful diesel version of the generation.

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Power67 hp (49 kW)
Torque97 lb-ft (132 Nm)
0–62 mph14 s
Top speed103 mph (165 km/h)
FuelDiesel

Specifications

Engine

Engine version1.5 TD (67 hp)
Displacement1.5 L (1,488 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Transverse
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel systemStandard diesel injection (SDI)
Compression ratio22
Bore76 mm
Stroke82 mm

Performance

Power67 hp (49 kW) @ 4600 rpm
Torque97 lb-ft (132 Nm) @ 2600 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)14 s
Top speed103 mph (165 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelDiesel
City34 mpg (7 l/100 km)
Highway44 mpg (5.4 l/100 km)
Fuel tank12.2 gal (46 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleHatchback
Doors5
Length147.2 in (3,740 mm)
Width63.4 in (1,610 mm)
Height55.9 in (1,420 mm)
Curb weight2,066 lb (937 kg)
Gross vehicle weight3,230 lb (1,465 kg)
Cargo volume9.2 cu ft (260 l)
Drag coefficient0.35

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveFront-wheel drive
Gears5
Front suspensionCoil spring
Rear suspensionCoil spring
Tires165/70 R13
Wheels5J x 13
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on an Opel Corsa with this engine

  • On a diesel, check the particulate filter (DPF), the injectors and the dual-mass flywheel: they are the expensive repairs.
  • 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 Corsa B (facelift 1997) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
1.0i 12V (54 hp)Gasoline54 hp (40 kW)
1.2i (45 hp)Gasoline45 hp (33 kW)
1.4i (60 hp)Gasoline60 hp (44 kW)
1.4i 16V (90 hp)Gasoline90 hp (66 kW)
1.6i 16V (106 hp)Gasoline106 hp (78 kW)
1.7 D (60 hp)Diesel60 hp (44 kW)
1.2i 16V (65 hp)Gasoline65 hp (48 kW)

← All Opel Corsa B (facelift 1997) engines

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