Opel Signum 2003 2.2 DTi-16V

Opel Signum 2003 2.2 diesel description

Hatchback Opel Signum 2003 2.2 DTi-16V has been produced from June, 2003 to August, 2004. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.2 litres, which produces power of 125 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 280 Nm (Newton metres) on 1500 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and VGT turbine. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 310 000 to 520 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Opel Signum 2.2 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 5.5 litres.

Opel Signum 2003 2.2 DTi-16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Opel Signum 2003 2.2 DTi-16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 195 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Opel Signum 2003 2.2 DTi-16V in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 7.6 litres per 100km (13.2 km/l), city fuel economy - 10.6 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 780 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1020 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Opel is in line with, and sometimes even lower than, the manufacturer's stated combined consumption. More - Real Opel Signum fuel consumption.

Opel Signum safety

During safety testing Opel Signum has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Opel Signum is evaluated with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Opel Signum got one star.

With the same engine there is also Opel Signum version with manual gearbox (Opel Signum 2003 2.2 DTi-16V MT) available, which is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.6 seconds faster (in 11.2 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 1.3 litres per 100 km or 17 % - 6.3 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.8 litres per 100 km or 11 % - 6.3 litres per 100 km.
Opel Signum 2003

Opel Signum 2003 2.2 DTi-16V technical data

Model: Opel Signum 2.2 DTi-16V
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2003. June ... 2004. August 
Engine: 2171 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 125 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 280 NM ON 1500 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Maximum speed: 195 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11.8 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.6 (combined) 10.6 (urban) 5.8 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 7.8 l/100km (30.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 60 litres (15.9 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.64m (length) 1.80m (width) 1.47m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.2 meters
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 875 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1410 litres (with rear seats folded down)

Opel Signum 2003 2.2 DTi-16V engine Y22DTR

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 310,000 to 520,000 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 2171 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 84 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 98 mm
Compression ratio 18.5 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

Fuel system Injection
Opel Signum 2003 2.2 DTi-16V oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 5.5 litres (5.8 quarts)
Coolant capacity 7.8 litres (8.2 quarts)
Power 120 - 125 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 270 - 280 NM ON 1500 RPM
Start of production (year) 2000
Duration of production 5 years
Engine also used on Opel Astra Opel Zafira Opel Vectra

All Opel Signum hatchback [2003 - 2005] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Opel Signum 2004 1.8-16V Jan 2004 — Aug 2004 1.8 Petrol 122 HP - Automatic
Opel Signum 2003 1.8-16V Jun 2003 — Aug 2004

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.8 Petrol 125 HP 7.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Signum 2004 1.9 CDTi Aug 2004 — Aug 2005 1.9 Diesel 120 HP 6.0 l/100km Manual (6)
Opel Signum 2004 1.9 CDTi Apr 2004 — Aug 2005 1.9 Diesel 150 HP 6.1 l/100km Manual (6)
Opel Signum 2004 1.9 CDTi Aug 2004 — Aug 2005 1.9 Diesel 150 HP 7.2 l/100km Automatic (6)
Opel Signum 2003 2.0-16V Turbo Jun 2003 — Aug 2005 2.0 Petrol 175 HP 9.2 l/100km Manual (6)
Opel Signum 2003 2.0 DTI ECOTEC Jan 2003 — Dec 2004

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 101 HP 5.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Signum 2003 2.2-16V DGi Jun 2003 — Aug 2005 2.2 Petrol 155 HP 8.1 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Signum 2003 2.2-16V DGi Jun 2003 — Aug 2005 2.2 Petrol 155 HP 9.1 l/100km Automatic (5)
Opel Signum 2003 2.2 DTi-16V Jun 2003 — Aug 2004

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

2.2 Diesel 125 HP 6.3 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Signum 2003 2.2 DTi-16V Jun 2003 — Aug 2004 2.2 Diesel 125 HP 7.6 l/100km Automatic (5)
Opel Signum 2003 3.0-V6 CDTI Jun 2003 — Aug 2005

Most powerfull diesel version (177 HP)

3.0 Diesel 177 HP 7.4 l/100km Manual (6)
Opel Signum 2003 3.0-V6 CDTI Jun 2003 — Aug 2005

Most powerfull diesel version (177 HP)

3.0 Diesel 177 HP 7.9 l/100km Automatic (5)
Opel Signum 2003 3.2-V6 Cosmo Jun 2003 — Aug 2005

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.9 seconds

3.2 Petrol 211 HP 10.1 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Signum 2003 3.2-V6 Cosmo Jun 2003 — Aug 2005

Most powerfull petrol version (211 HP)

3.2 Petrol 211 HP 10.7 l/100km Automatic (5)
Opel Signum 2003 reviews
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