Opel Insignia 2008 2.0 CDTI

Opel Insignia 2008 2.0 diesel description

Sedan Opel Insignia 2008 2.0 CDTI has been produced from October, 2008 to January, 2013. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 160 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 350 Nm (Newton metres) on 1750 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and VGT turbine. The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 220 up to 370 thousand kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Opel Insignia 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.5 litres.

Opel Insignia 2008 2.0 CDTI has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
Opel Insignia 2008 2.0 CDTI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 215 km/h.

Opel Insignia 2008 2.0 CDTI fuel consumption is 6.7 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (14.9 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 9.2 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1040 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1340 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Opel real everyday fuel consumption is 7.7 litres per 100 km, which is 15% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Opel Insignia fuel consumption.

Opel Insignia safety

During safety testing Opel Insignia has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Opel Insignia is evaluated with five stars, children safety - with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Opel Insignia got two stars.

With the same engine there are also two other Opel Insignia versions - with manual gearbox (Opel Insignia 2008 2.0 CDTI MT), and with four wheel (4x4) drive and automatic gearbox (Opel Insignia 2010 2.0 CDTI AT 4x4) available:
  • Opel Insignia 2008 2.0 CDTI MT manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.9 litres per 100 km or 13 % - 5.8 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 1 litres per 100 km or 13 % - 6.7 litres per 100 km
  • Opel Insignia 2010 2.0 CDTI AT 4x4 is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.9 seconds later (in 10.5 seconds), but more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 6.4 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 7.4 litres per 100 km
Opel Insignia 2008

Opel Insignia 2008 2.0 CDTI technical data

Model: Opel Insignia 2.0 CDTI
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2008. October ... 2013. January 
Engine: 1956 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 177 g/km
Power: 160 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 350 NM ON 1750 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 215 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.6 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.7 (combined) 9.2 (urban) 5.2 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 7.7 l/100km (30.5 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 70 litres (18.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.83m (length) 1.86m (width) 1.50m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.9 meters
Ground clearance: 160 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 500 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1010 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 2155 kg

Opel Insignia 2008 2.0 CDTI engine A20DTH

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 1956 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 83 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 90.4 mm
Compression ratio 16.5 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing belt

Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher.

Fuel system Common Rail

Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair.

Opel Insignia 2008 2.0 CDTI oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 4.5 litres (4.8 quarts)
Coolant capacity 9 litres (9.5 quarts)
Power 160 - 170 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 350 NM ON 1750 RPM
Start of production (year) 2008
Duration of production 7 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2011 onwards.

Engine also used on Opel Astra Opel Zafira

Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design.

All Opel Insignia sedan [2008 - 2013] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Opel Insignia 2011 1.4 Turbo ecoFLEX Jan 2011 — Dec 2013

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.4 Petrol 140 HP 5.7 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Opel Insignia 2012 1.4 Turbo LPG ecoFLEX Jan 2012 — Dec 2013 1.4 LPG 140 HP 5.7 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Opel Insignia 2008 1.6 Oct 2008 — Jan 2013 1.6 Petrol 115 HP 7.6 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Opel Insignia 2008 1.6 Turbo 1.6 Petrol 180 HP 7.7 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Opel Insignia 2008 1.8 Oct 2008 — Jan 2013 1.8 Petrol 140 HP 7.8 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Opel Insignia 2008 2.0 Turbo Oct 2008 — Jan 2013 2.0 Petrol 220 HP 8.9 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Opel Insignia 2008 2.0 Turbo Oct 2008 — Jan 2013 2.0 Petrol 220 HP 9.6 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Opel Insignia 2008 2.0 Turbo 4x4 Oct 2008 — Jan 2013 2.0 Petrol 220 HP 9.2 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
Opel Insignia 2008 2.0 Turbo 4x4 Oct 2008 — Jan 2013 2.0 Petrol 220 HP 9.8 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
Opel Insignia 2011 2.0 Turbo Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 2.0 Petrol 250 HP 7.2 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Opel Insignia 2011 2.0 Turbo 4x4 Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 2.0 Petrol 250 HP 8.5 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
Opel Insignia 2011 2.0 Turbo 4x4 Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 2.0 Petrol 250 HP 8.3 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
Opel Insignia 2008 2.0 CDTI Oct 2008 — Jan 2013 2.0 Diesel 110 HP 5.8 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Opel Insignia 2008 2.0 CDTI Oct 2008 — Jan 2013

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

2.0 Diesel 130 HP 5.8 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Opel Insignia 2008 2.0 CDTI Oct 2008 — Jan 2013 2.0 Diesel 130 HP 6.7 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Opel Insignia 2008 2.0 CDTI Oct 2008 — Jan 2013 2.0 Diesel 160 HP 5.8 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Opel Insignia 2008 2.0 CDTI Oct 2008 — Jan 2013 2.0 Diesel 160 HP 6.7 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Opel Insignia 2010 2.0 CDTI 4x4 Jan 2010 — Dec 2013 2.0 Diesel 160 HP 6.4 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
Opel Insignia 2008 2.0 CDTI 4x4 Jan 2008 — Dec 2009 2.0 Diesel 190 HP 6.7 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
Opel Insignia 2008 2.0 CDTI 4x4 Jan 2008 — Dec 2009 2.0 Diesel 190 HP 7.7 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
Opel Insignia 2011 2.0 BiTurbo CDTI Jan 2011 — Dec 2013

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 195 HP 4.7 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Opel Insignia 2011 2.0 BiTurbo CDTI Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 2.0 Diesel 195 HP 5.9 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Opel Insignia 2011 2.0 BiTurbo CDTI 4x4 Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 2.0 Diesel 195 HP 6.4 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
Opel Insignia 2008 2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 Oct 2008 — Jan 2013 2.8 Petrol 260 HP 10.9 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
Opel Insignia 2008 2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 Oct 2008 — Jan 2013 2.8 Petrol 260 HP 11.6 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
Opel Insignia 2008 OPC 2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 Jan 2008 — Jan 2013

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6 seconds

2.8 Petrol 325 HP 11.4 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
Opel Insignia 2009 OPC 2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 Jan 2009 — Dec 2013

Most powerfull petrol version (325 HP)

2.8 Petrol 325 HP 11.4 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
Opel Insignia 2008 reviews
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