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Opel Frontera A 2.4i (125 Hp) 4x4
Overall Rating
A Overview:
Opel Frontera (A). With 195 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1725 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 18.6 s). The top speed reaches 153 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Opel Frontera A was produced before Euro NCAP testing became widespread, and thus no official rating is available. Safety features are basic by modern standards.
2.4i (125 Hp) 4x4 Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Underpowered for a vehicle of this size, resulting in sluggish acceleration and limited highway overtaking capability.
Fuel Economy
High fuel consumption for the performance offered, making it less efficient than other options.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Robust off-road capability
- • Spacious interior and large boot
- • Range of capable diesel engines
- • Good value on the used market
- • Simple, durable construction
Cons:
- • Dated interior design and materials
- • High fuel consumption for petrol engines
- • Sluggish performance on some petrol variants
- • Limited modern safety features
- • Ride can be firm on-road
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(B Sport: 2001 - December, 2003).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Opel |
| Model: | Frontera |
| Generation: | A |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.4i (125 Hp) 4x4 |
| Start of production: | February, 1992 |
| End of production: | February, 1995 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 125 Hp @ 4800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 51.9 Hp/l [424mm more] |
| Torque: | 195 Nm @ 2400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | C24NE More details about the engine C24NE |
| Engine displacement: | 2410 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.5 l |
| Coolant: | 7.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 95 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 85 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.2:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 13.3 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 1 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 18.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 18.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 153 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.8 kg/Hp, 72.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.8 kg/Nm, 113 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 17.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1725 |
| Max. weight: | 2400 |
| Max load: | 675 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1570 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 430 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4692 mm mm [424mm more] |
| Width: | 1764 mm mm [23mm less] |
| Height: | 1753 mm mm [61mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2760 mm mm [298mm more] |
| Front track: | 1455 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1460 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 230 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Worm-reduction unit |
| Tires size | 235/70 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 7J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Torsion |
| Rear suspension | Rigid axle suspension |
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