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Opel Insignia Sports Tourer (B) 1.5 Turbo (165 Hp) Automatic
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Opel Insignia:
The Opel Insignia is a large family car developed and produced by the German car manufacturer Opel from 2008 to 2022. Taking its name from a 2003 concept car, the model line serves as the flagship model, slotted above the Astra and Corsa in size. The Insignia serves as the successor to both the Signum and Vectra model lines, replacing both vehicles under a single nameplate. The model line was offered in four-door sedan/saloon body styles, five-door liftback, and as a five-door station wagon/estate....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Sports Tourer (B) Overview:
Opel Insignia (Sports Tourer (B)). With 250 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.95 l/100km). With a weight of 1447 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.6 s). The top speed reaches 214 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.5 Turbo (165 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate performance for daily driving and comfortable urban commutes, with the automatic gearbox providing smooth shifts.
Fuel Economy
Reasonable fuel economy for a petrol automatic, but less efficient than the diesel counterparts for long journeys.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious interior and large boot capacity
- • Comfortable ride quality, especially on long journeys
- • Wide range of efficient diesel and powerful petrol engines
- • Strong Euro NCAP safety rating
- • Good value for money compared to premium rivals
- • Attractive and modern exterior design
Cons:
- • Some interior plastics feel less premium than class leaders
- • Infotainment system can be slow or less intuitive than rivals
- • Base engines can feel underpowered when fully loaded
- • Automatic gearbox can sometimes be hesitant
- • Rear visibility can be limited due to sloping roofline
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Sedan (A, facelift 2013): July, 2015 - January, 2017).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Opel |
| Model: | Insignia |
| Generation: | Sports Tourer (B) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 Turbo (165 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | July, 2018 |
| End of production: | February, 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 165 Hp @ 5600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 110.7 Hp/l [144mm more] |
| Torque: | 250 Nm @ 2000-4500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | D15XFL More details about the engine D15XFL |
| Engine displacement: | 1490 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4 l |
| Coolant: | 5.4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 74 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86.6 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.1:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 7.8-8.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.1-5.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.1-6.4 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6d-Temp |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 214 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.8 kg/Hp, 114 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.8 kg/Nm, 172.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1447 |
| Max. weight: | 2110 |
| Max. roof load: | 100 kg |
| Max load: | 663 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1660 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 560 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1405 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 62 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 730 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 75 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4986 mm mm [144mm more] |
| Width: | 1863 mm mm [7mm more] |
| Height: | 1500 mm mm [2mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2829 mm mm [92mm more] |
| Width with mirrors folded: | 1941 mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 2093 mm |
| Front track: | 1607 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1610 mm |
| Front overhang: | 990 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1167 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.74 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 | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 215/60 R16; 215/55 R17; 225/55 R17; 245/45 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 16; 7J x 17; 7.5J x 17; 8.5J x 18 |
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