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Opel Vivaro A Tour 2.5 CDTI (135 Hp)
Overall Rating
Opel Vivaro:
The Opel Vivaro, a light commercial vehicle, which is also sold in the United Kingdom as the Vauxhall Vivaro, may refer to:....(Read more on Wikipedia)
A Tour Overview:
Opel Vivaro (A Tour). With 320 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.3 l/100km). With a weight of 1927 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. With seating for 9, it’s perfect for larger families.
2.5 CDTI (135 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The strongest diesel option, providing robust performance and good torque for hauling and comfortable highway driving.
Fuel Economy
Reasonable fuel consumption for its power output, offering a good balance between economy and capability for a larger engine.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and versatile interior with 9 seats
- • Good load-carrying capacity for families or light commercial use
- • Economical diesel engine options for lower running costs
- • Practical and durable design suitable for various tasks
- • Relatively affordable on the used market, offering good value
Cons:
- • Modest safety rating (Euro NCAP 2 stars) by modern standards
- • Petrol engine is notably thirsty, especially in urban driving
- • Lower-powered diesel engines can feel sluggish when fully loaded
- • Basic interior compared to more car-like MPVs
- • Ride can be firm when unloaded, typical for a van-based vehicle
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(A Tour: July, 2002 - June, 2006).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Opel |
| Model: | Vivaro |
| Generation: | A Tour |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 CDTI (135 Hp) |
| Start of production: | July, 2003 |
| End of production: | June, 2006 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Seats: | 9 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 135 Hp @ 3500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 54.8 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 320 Nm @ 1500-2250 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | G9U 730 More details about the engine G9U 730 |
| Engine displacement: | 2464 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 8 l |
| Coolant: | 11 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.6 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 3 |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 14.3 kg/Hp, 70.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6 kg/Nm, 166.1 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1927 |
| Max. weight: | 2900 |
| Max load: | 973 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 3100 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 1200 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 90 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4782 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1904 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1959 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 3098 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1615 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1630 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 164 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.4 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 | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 195/65 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
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