Chevrolet Corsa Wagon (GM 4200) 1.7 D (60 Hp)


Overall Rating

6 / 10
Safety 2.0 / 5
Engine 2.5 / 5
Value 4.0 / 5
Performance 2.8 / 5
Comfort 3.0 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

Chevrolet Corsa:

The Opel Corsa is a supermini car manufactured and marketed by Opel since 1982. The car is known as the Vauxhall Corsa in the United Kingdom. Before General Motors sold Opel and Vauxhall to PSA Group in 2017, the Corsa was also rebadged under the Chevrolet, Holden and Buick brands.
The Corsa was once the best-selling car in the world in 1998, recording 910,839 sales. At that time, the Corsa was assembled on four continents, marketed under five different marques and offered in five body styles. By 2007, over 18 million Corsas had been sold globally....(Read more on Wikipedia)

Wagon (GM 4200) Overview:

Chevrolet Corsa (Wagon (GM 4200)). With 112 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~6.1 l/100km). Weighing only 1070 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 18.5 s). The top speed reaches 150 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

1.7 D (60 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 3 stars

Performance Verdict

Underpowered for modern standards, offering sluggish acceleration (18.5s 0-100km/h), especially when loaded. Best suited for relaxed, unhurried driving.

Fuel Economy

Excellent fuel economy, typical for a small diesel of its era (4.9-6.1 l/100 km), making it very cheap to run for high mileage.

Best Use Case: Rural commuting, light utility, long-distance economy cruising where patience is a virtue.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Practical and versatile cargo space for its size
  • • Economical diesel engine option for low running costs
  • • Compact dimensions make it easy to maneuver and park in urban areas
  • • Generally reliable and inexpensive to maintain
  • • Good value for money on the used car market

Cons:

  • • Modest performance, especially with the smaller engines
  • • Dated safety features compared to newer vehicles
  • • Basic interior quality and limited refinement
  • • Not particularly engaging to drive
  • • Road noise can be noticeable at higher speeds

Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Wagon (GM 4200): 1997 - 2002).

General:
Brand:Chevrolet
Model:Corsa
Generation:Wagon (GM 4200)
Modification (Engine):1.7 D (60 Hp)
Start of production:1998
End of production:2002
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Station wagon (estate)
Seats:5
Doors:5
Engine:
Power:60 Hp @ 4400 rpm.
Power per litre:35.6 Hp/l
Torque:112 Nm @ 2650 rpm.
Engine displacement:1686
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:2
Fuel injection system:Precombustion chamber injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:OHC
Engine oil capacity:3.75 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:79 mm mm
Piston Stroke:86 mm mm
Compression ratio:22:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Diesel
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:6.1 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:4.9 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:18.5 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:18.5 sec
Maximum speed:150 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:17.8 kg/Hp, 56.1 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:9.6 kg/Nm, 104.7 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:17.6 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1070
Max. weight:1530
Max load:460
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:1215 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:400 l
Fuel tank capacity:46 l
Size:
Length:4025 mm mm [31mm less]
Width:1610 mm mm [2mm more]
Height:1470 mm mm [62mm more]
Wheelbase:2445 mm mm [2mm more]
Front track:1385 mm
Rear (Back) track:1390 mm
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesDisc [bad for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDrum [bad for performance and cooling.]
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size185/60 R14
Front suspensionCoil spring
Rear suspensionCoil spring

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