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Opel Astra H Sedan 1.6 XER (115 Hp)
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Opel Astra:
The Opel Astra is a compact car/small family car developed and produced by the German automaker Opel since 1991, currently at its sixth generation. It was first launched in September 1991 as a direct replacement to the Opel Kadett. As of 2025, the car slots between the smaller Corsa supermini and the larger Frontera subcompact crossover SUV.
Initially, the Astra was available in hatchback, saloon, and estate forms. A panel van and a convertible also appeared in the early 1990s. These body styles were later followed by a coupé in 2004, and the sporty Astra OPC appeared in 2005. The Twin Top retractable hardtop convertible replaced the soft top convertible in 2006, while the Caravan was renamed to Astra Sports Tourer since 2009....(Read more on Wikipedia)
H Sedan Overview:
Opel Astra (H Sedan). With 155 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.4 l/100km). Weighing only 1203 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6 XER (115 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A capable petrol engine with decent power, offering a more engaging drive with its likely manual transmission.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy for a petrol engine of this size, better than its automatic counterpart.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and practical sedan body style
- • Comfortable ride quality, good for long journeys
- • Excellent Euro NCAP safety rating for its time
- • Wide range of efficient petrol and diesel engines
- • Good value on the used car market
Cons:
- • Interior design and materials can feel dated
- • Some engines lack excitement or refinement
- • Rear visibility can be challenging due to design
- • Known for common electrical issues (e.g., CIM module, indicator stalk)
- • Steering can feel numb compared to rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(H (facelift 2007): 2008 - 2009).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Opel |
| Model: | Astra |
| Generation: | H Sedan |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 XER (115 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2009 |
| End of production: | 2010 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 115 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 72 Hp/l [338mm more] |
| Torque: | 155 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Z16XER More details about the engine Z16XER |
| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 6.9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Compression ratio: | 10.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.2 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.5 kg/Hp, 95.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.8 kg/Nm, 128.8 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1203 |
| Max. weight: | 1735 |
| Max load: | 532 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 870 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 490 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 52 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4587 mm mm [338mm more] |
| Width: | 2033 mm mm [280mm more] |
| Height: | 1458 mm mm [2mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2703 mm mm [89mm more] |
| Front track: | 1488 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1479 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.47 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
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