Vauxhall Frontera Mk II Sport 2.2 DTI (116 Hp) Automatic
People\'s Opinion
N/A / 5
Mk II Sport Overview:
Vauxhall Frontera (Mk II Sport). With 260 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1720 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 15 s). The top speed reaches 155 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Performance Verdict
The automatic transmission slightly dulls performance compared to the manual 116hp diesel, resulting in a 0-100 km/h time of 15 seconds.
Fuel Economy
Expect a slight increase in fuel consumption compared to the manual diesel due to the automatic gearbox, but still reasonable for an SUV.
Best Use Case:
Urban driving and those who prefer the convenience of an automatic transmission, sacrificing a little performance and economy.
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 |
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| Model: | Frontera |
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| Generation: | Mk II Sport |
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| Modification (Engine): | 2.2 DTI (116 Hp) Automatic |
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| Start of production: | 1998 |
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| End of production: | 2003 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | SUV |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 3 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 116 Hp @ 3800 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 53.4 Hp/l [390mm less] |
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| Torque: | 260 Nm @ 1900 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | X22DTH More details about the engine X22DTH |
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| Engine displacement: | 2171 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
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| Valvetrain: | OHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 6.1 l |
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| Coolant: | 7.9 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 84 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 98 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 18.5:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 12.6 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.2 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 15 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 15 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 155 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 14.8 kg/Hp, 67.4 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.6 kg/Nm, 151.2 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 14.3 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1720 |
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| Max. weight: | 2300 |
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| Max load: | 580 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1137 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 320 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4268 mm mm [390mm less] |
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| Width: | 1787 mm mm [2mm more] |
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| Height: | 1692 mm mm [48mm less] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2462 mm mm [240mm less] |
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| Front track: | 1515 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1520 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
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| Number of gears | 4 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Disc |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 235/75 R15 |
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| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 15 |
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