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Opel Corsa D (Facelift 2011) 5-door 1.2 XER (85 Hp) Automatic
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 (Facelift 2011) 5-door Overview:
Opel Corsa (D (Facelift 2011) 5-door). With 115 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~6.9 l/100km). Weighing only 1160 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.9 s). The top speed reaches 168 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.
1.2 XER (85 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Performance is adequate for city driving, but the automatic gearbox dulls acceleration significantly compared to manual versions.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy for an automatic petrol, making it a sensible choice for urban commuters prioritizing convenience.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Good Euro NCAP safety rating for its class
- • Practical and versatile interior for a supermini
- • Wide range of efficient engine options, especially diesels
- • Comfortable ride quality for daily commuting
- • Generally affordable to buy and run
Cons:
- • Some petrol engines (1.0, 1.2) can feel underpowered
- • Interior plastics can feel a bit cheap in lower trims
- • Limited rear legroom for taller passengers
- • Automatic gearbox options can dull performance significantly
- • Steering can lack feedback compared to rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(C (facelift 2003): 2003 - June, 2006).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Opel |
| Model: | Corsa |
| Generation: | D (Facelift 2011) 5-door |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.2 XER (85 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2011 |
| End of production: | February, 2014 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 85 Hp @ 5600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 69.2 Hp/l [160mm more] |
| Torque: | 115 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | A12XER More details about the engine A12XER |
| Engine displacement: | 1229 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4 l |
| Coolant: | 6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 6.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.3 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 168 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.6 kg/Hp, 73.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 10.1 kg/Nm, 99.1 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1160 |
| Max. weight: | 1585 |
| Max load: | 425 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1100 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 285 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 42 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3999 mm mm [160mm more] |
| Width: | 1737 mm mm [91mm more] |
| Height: | 1488 mm mm [48mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2511 mm mm [20mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1944 mm |
| Front track: | 1485 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1478 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 165 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 | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 185/70 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
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