Vauxhall Frontera Mk II Sport 2.2 16V (136 Hp)


Overall Rating

4 / 10
Safety 2.0 / 5
Engine N/A / 5
Not Rated
Value N/A / 5
Not Rated
Performance N/A / 5
Not Rated
Comfort N/A / 5
Not Rated
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

Mk II Sport Overview:

Vauxhall Frontera (Mk II Sport). With 202 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1660 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 13.4 s). The top speed reaches 165 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

2.2 16V (136 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 7 stars

Performance Verdict

A more responsive petrol option than the base diesels, offering slightly quicker acceleration at 13.4 seconds to 100 km/h, suitable for on-road use.

Fuel Economy

Expect higher fuel consumption compared to the diesel variants, particularly in urban environments, due to its petrol nature.

Best Use Case: Primarily on-road driving, suburban commutes, and those who prefer the smoother delivery of a petrol engine.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Strong off-road capability for its class
  • • Good value on the used market
  • • Spacious interior and decent boot capacity
  • • Robust and simple mechanicals (especially older diesels)
  • • Available with a powerful V6 engine option

Cons:

  • • Dated interior design and materials
  • • Poor Euro NCAP safety rating (2 stars)
  • • On-road refinement and handling are not its strong suit
  • • Fuel economy can be poor, especially with petrol engines
  • • Some engines can be noisy and unrefined

Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Mk II: 1997 - 2000).

General:
Brand:Vauxhall
Model:Frontera
Generation:Mk II Sport
Modification (Engine):2.2 16V (136 Hp)
Start of production:1998
End of production:2004
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:SUV
Seats:5
Doors:3
Engine:
Power:136 Hp @ 5200 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:61.9 Hp/l [390mm less]
Torque:202 Nm @ 2600 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:X22SE, Y22SE More details about the engine X22SE, Y22SE
Engine displacement:2198
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
Valvetrain:DOHC
Engine oil capacity:4.5 l
Coolant:7.2 l
Engine layout:Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore:86 mm mm
Piston Stroke:94.6 mm mm
Compression ratio:10.5:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:14.8 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:8 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:13.4 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:13.4 sec
Maximum speed:165 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:12.2 kg/Hp, 81.9 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:8.2 kg/Nm, 121.7 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:12.7 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1660
Max. weight:2300
Max load:640
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:1137 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:320 l
Fuel tank capacity:65 l
Size:
Length:4268 mm mm [390mm less]
Width:1787 mm mm [2mm more]
Height:1692 mm mm [48mm less]
Wheelbase:2462 mm mm [240mm less]
Front track:1515 mm
Rear (Back) track:1520 mm
Powertrain:
Drive wheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeWorm-reduction unit
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size235/75 R15
Wheel rims size6.5J x 15
Front suspensionTorsion
Rear suspensionCoil spring

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