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Opel Astra 1.6

General information

ModelOpel Astra 1.6
Year2008
CategoryVans/minivans
Rating58.5 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, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving10.1 litres/100 km (23.38 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
Transmission5-speed automatic or 5-speed manual
Airbags6. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power105.00 PS (77 kW or 104 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque150.00 Nm (15.3 kgf-m or 110.6 ft.lbs) at 3900 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Gearbox5-speed automatic or 5-speed manual

Speed and acceleration

Top speed180.0 km/h (111.8 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)12.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0830 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4760 litres (1,258 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 Traction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Turn circle11 m (440.9 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system Antilocking brake system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1265 kg (2,788.8 pounds)
Max weight with load1740 kg (3,836.0 pounds)
Towing weight1200 kg (2,645.5 pounds)
Overall length3540 mm (139.4 inches)
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 inches)
Overall height1700 mm (66.9 inches)
Wheelbase2620 mm (103.1 inches)
Fuel capacity52.0 litres (13.74 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR16990
CO2 emissions125.0 g/km
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