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Opel Corsa 1.6 Elegance

General information

ModelOpel Corsa 1.6 Elegance
Year2005
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating60.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

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

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power102.00 PS (75 kW or 101 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque139.00 Nm (14.2 kgf-m or 102.5 ft.lbs) at 3200 Rev. per min.
Compression9.8:1
Bore x stroke79.0 x 81.5 mm (3.1 x 3.2 inches)
Valves per cylinder4
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed178.0 km/h (110.6 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)10.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0953 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4760 litres (1,258 gallons)
Cargo space260 litres (69 gallons)
Optional cargo space1060 litres (280 gallons)
Climate controlAir condition.

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering.
Turn circle10 m (409.4 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsABS ABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight1074 kg (2,367.8 pounds)
Overall length3830 mm (150.8 inches)
Overall width1650 mm (65.0 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Wheelbase2840 mm (111.8 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
Service interval30,000 km
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