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Opel Corsa 1.6 Sport

General information

ModelOpel Corsa 1.6 Sport
Year2008
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating60 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving7.0 litres/100 km (33.60 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags4. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max torque139.00 Nm (14.2 kgf-m or 102.5 ft.lbs) at 3200 Rev. per min.
Compression9.8:1
Bore x stroke79.1 x 81.5 mm (3.1 x 3.2 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlSingle overhead cam (SOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)10.8 seconds

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4610 litres (1,218 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 circle10 m (409.4 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionMulitlink

Dimensions and weight

Weight1070 kg (2,358.9 pounds)
Max weight with load1500 kg (3,306.9 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

Country of originGermany
Service interval30,000 km
CO2 emissions125.0 g/km
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