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Opel Astra GTC 2.0 Turbo

General information

ModelOpel Astra GTC 2.0 Turbo
Year2008
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating60.2 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1998 ccm (121.92 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving9.5 litres/100 km (24.89 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed
Airbags4. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1998 ccm (121.92 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power200.00 PS (147 kW or 197 HP) at 5400 Rev. per min.
Max torque262.00 Nm (26.7 kgf-m or 193.3 ft.lbs) at 4200 Rev. per min.
Compression8.8:1
Bore x stroke86.0 x 86.0 mm (3.4 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed234.0 km/h (145.4 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)7.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1444 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space4750 litres (1,255 gallons)
Cargo space302 litres (80 gallons)
Optional cargo space1032 litres (273 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3
Climate controlAir condition.

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP). Power assisted steering
Turn circle11 m (425.2 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system (ABS). Antilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution

Dimensions and weight

Weight1385 kg (3,053.4 pounds)
Max weight with load1860 kg (4,100.6 pounds)
Towing weight1500 kg (3,306.9 pounds)
Overall length4300 mm (169.3 inches)
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Wheelbase2620 mm (103.1 inches)
Fuel capacity52.0 litres (13.74 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
Aprox price as new EUR22970
Service interval30,000 km
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