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Opel Vectra 3.0 D GTS

General information

ModelOpel Vectra 3.0 D GTS
Year2003
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating63 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2957 ccm (180.44 cubic inches)
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel mixed driving7.0 litres/100 km (33.60 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
Transmission5-speed automatic or 6-speed manual
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement2957 ccm (180.44 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power175.00 PS (129 kW or 173 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque370.00 Nm (37.7 kgf-m or 272.9 ft.lbs) at 1900 Rev. per min.
Compression18.5:1
Bore x stroke87.5 x 82.0 mm (3.4 x 3.2 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
Gearbox5-speed automatic or 6-speed manual

Speed and acceleration

Top speed226.0 km/h (140.4 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.1090 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4610 litres (1,218 gallons)
Cargo space500 litres (132 gallons)
Optional cargo space1410 litres (373 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Turn circle12 m (460.6 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1605 kg (3,538.4 pounds)
Max weight with load2080 kg (4,585.6 pounds)
Towing weight1600 kg (3,527.4 pounds)
Overall length4600 mm (181.1 inches)
Overall width1770 mm (69.7 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Wheelbase2740 mm (107.9 inches)
Fuel capacity60.0 litres (15.85 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
Aprox price as new EUR28965
Service interval30,000 km
CO2 emissions221.0 g/km
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