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Opel Corsa 1.6 OPC

General information

ModelOpel Corsa 1.6 OPC
Year2008
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating63.8 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 98
Fuel mixed driving7.9 litres/100 km (29.77 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed
Airbags4. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power192.00 PS (141 kW or 189 HP) at 5850 Rev. per min.
Max torque230.00 Nm (23.5 kgf-m or 169.6 ft.lbs) at 1980 Rev. per min.
Compression8.8:1
Bore x stroke79.0 x 81.5 mm (3.1 x 3.2 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed225.0 km/h (139.8 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)7.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1596 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space4610 litres (1,218 gallons)
Cargo space285 litres (75 gallons)
Optional cargo space1050 litres (277 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1203 kg (2,652.2 pounds)
Overall length4050 mm (159.4 inches)
Overall width1720 mm (67.7 inches)
Overall height1490 mm (58.7 inches)
Wheelbase2520 mm (99.2 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR22590
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