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Opel Corsa D 5-door 1.6i 16V GSI (150 Hp)
Overall Rating
Opel 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 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)
D 5-door Overview:
Opel Corsa (D 5-door). With 210 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.5 l/100km). Weighing only 1203 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.1 s). The top speed reaches 210 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6i 16V GSI (150 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Sporty and engaging performance, transforming the Corsa into a fun hot hatch.
Fuel Economy
High fuel consumption, as expected for a performance-oriented engine, not for the frugal.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Comfortable ride quality for its class
- • Spacious interior for a supermini
- • Good range of economical diesel engines
- • Strong Euro NCAP safety rating
- • Stylish and modern design for its era
Cons:
- • Some petrol engines can feel underpowered
- • Interior plastics can feel cheap in lower trims
- • Automatic gearboxes can be sluggish and impact economy
- • Rear visibility can be limited due to thick C-pillars
- • Steering can lack feedback compared to rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(C (facelift 2003): July, 2003 - June, 2006).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Opel |
| Model: | Corsa |
| Generation: | D 5-door |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6i 16V GSI (150 Hp) |
| Start of production: | July, 2007 |
| End of production: | October, 2009 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 150 Hp @ 5000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 93.9 Hp/l [201mm more] |
| Torque: | 210 Nm @ 1850 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Z16LEL More details about the engine Z16LEL |
| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 5.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 79 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 81.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.9 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8.1 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8.1 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 210 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8 kg/Hp, 124.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.7 kg/Nm, 174.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 7.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1203 |
| Max. weight: | 1703 |
| Max load: | 500 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1050 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 285 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 44 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4040 mm mm [201mm more] |
| Width: | 1713 mm mm [67mm more] |
| Height: | 1488 mm mm [48mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2511 mm mm [20mm more] |
| Front track: | 1485 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1478 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 115 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.4 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 | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 215/45 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 17 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Rigid axle suspension |
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