Vauxhall Frontera Mk II Sport 2.2 DTI (116 Hp)


Overall Rating

4 / 10
Safety 2.0 / 5
Engine N/A / 5
Not Rated
Value N/A / 5
Not Rated
Performance N/A / 5
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Comfort N/A / 5
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People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
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Mk II Sport Overview:

Vauxhall Frontera (Mk II Sport). With 260 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.5 l/100km). With a weight of 1720 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.9 s). The top speed reaches 155 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

2.2 DTI (116 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 6 stars

Performance Verdict

A slightly detuned version of the 2.2 DTI, providing similar torque characteristics but with a marginal reduction in peak power and slightly better acceleration than the 120hp variant at 13.9 seconds.

Fuel Economy

Good fuel economy for a 4x4, benefiting from the diesel powertrain, making it a cost-effective choice for longer journeys.

Best Use Case: Economical daily driving, light utility, and those seeking a balance of torque and running costs.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Strong off-road capability for its class
  • • Good value on the used market
  • • Spacious interior and decent boot capacity
  • • Robust and simple mechanicals (especially older diesels)
  • • Available with a powerful V6 engine option

Cons:

  • • Dated interior design and materials
  • • Poor Euro NCAP safety rating (2 stars)
  • • On-road refinement and handling are not its strong suit
  • • Fuel economy can be poor, especially with petrol engines
  • • Some engines can be noisy and unrefined

Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Mk II: 1997 - 2000).

General:
Brand:Vauxhall
Model:Frontera
Generation:Mk II Sport
Modification (Engine):2.2 DTI (116 Hp)
Start of production:1998
End of production:2003
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:SUV
Seats:5
Doors:3
Engine:
Power:116 Hp @ 3800 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:53.4 Hp/l [390mm less]
Torque:260 Nm @ 1900 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:X22DTH More details about the engine X22DTH
Engine displacement:2171
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:4
Fuel injection system:Direct injection
Engine aspiration:Turbocharger
Valvetrain:OHC
Engine oil capacity:6.1 l
Coolant:7.9 l
Engine layout:Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore:84 mm mm
Piston Stroke:98 mm mm
Compression ratio:18.5:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Diesel
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:11.5 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:7.7 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:13.9 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:13.9 sec
Maximum speed:155 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:14.8 kg/Hp, 67.4 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:6.6 kg/Nm, 151.2 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:13.2 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1720
Max. weight:2300
Max load:580
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:1137 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:320 l
Fuel tank capacity:65 l
Size:
Length:4268 mm mm [390mm less]
Width:1787 mm mm [2mm more]
Height:1692 mm mm [48mm less]
Wheelbase:2462 mm mm [240mm less]
Front track:1515 mm
Rear (Back) track:1520 mm
Powertrain:
Drive wheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesDisc
Rear brakesDisc
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size235/75 R15
Wheel rims size6.5J x 15
Front suspensionTorsion
Rear suspensionCoil spring

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