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Opel Astra 1.4 Essentia

General information

ModelOpel Astra 1.4 Essentia
Year2008
CategoryVans/minivans
Rating58.5 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1364 ccm (83.23 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving6.3 litres/100 km (37.34 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags4. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1364 ccm (83.23 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max torque125.00 Nm (12.7 kgf-m or 92.2 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke73.5 x 80.6 mm (2.9 x 3.2 inches)
Fuel systemSequential port fuel injection (SFI/SEFI)
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)13.7 seconds

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4750 litres (1,255 gallons)
Cargo space350 litres (92 gallons)
Optional cargo space1300 litres (343 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3
Climate controlAir condition.

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering
Turn circle11 m (440.9 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution
Front suspensionIndependent

Dimensions and weight

Weight1230 kg (2,711.7 pounds)
Max weight with load1905 kg (4,199.8 pounds)
Towing weight1000 kg (2,204.6 pounds)
Overall length4260 mm (167.7 inches)
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Wheelbase2620 mm (103.1 inches)
Fuel capacity52.0 litres (13.74 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
CO2 emissions187.0 g/km
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