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Opel Corsa 1.7 DTi Sport

General information

ModelOpel Corsa 1.7 DTi Sport
Year2006
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating61.1 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1686 ccm (102.88 cubic inches)
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel mixed driving5.6 litres/100 km (42.38 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1686 ccm (102.88 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power101.00 PS (74 kW or 100 HP) at 4400 Rev. per min.
Max torque240.00 Nm (24.5 kgf-m or 177.0 ft.lbs) at 2300 Rev. per min.
Compression18.4:1
Bore x stroke79.0 x 86.0 mm (3.1 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed179.0 km/h (111.2 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)11.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1031 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4750 litres (1,255 gallons)
Cargo space260 litres (69 gallons)
Optional cargo space1060 litres (280 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3
Climate controlAir condition.

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering.
Turn circle11 m (413.4 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight980 kg (2,160.5 pounds)
Max weight with load1190 kg (2,623.5 pounds)
Towing weight1000 kg (2,204.6 pounds)
Overall length3830 mm (150.8 inches)
Overall width1650 mm (65.0 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Wheelbase2500 mm (98.4 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)

Other specifications

Service interval30,000 km
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