Opel Corsa 2000 1.2-16V
Opel Corsa 2000 1.2 petrol description
Hatchback Opel Corsa 2000 1.2-16V has been produced from September, 2000 to August, 2003. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.2 litres, which produces power of 75 horsepower on 5600 rpm and torque 110 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 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, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 240 000 and 400 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Opel Corsa 1.2 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.5 litres.
Opel Corsa 2000 1.2-16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Opel Corsa 2000 1.2-16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 14 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 170 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Opel Corsa 2000 1.2-16V fuel consumption is 6.2 litres per 100km (16.1 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 8 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 44 litres or 11.62 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 700 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 840 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Opel real everyday fuel consumption is 6.8 litres per 100 km, which is 10% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Opel Corsa fuel consumption.
Opel Corsa safety
During safety testing Opel Corsa has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Opel Corsa is evaluated with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Opel Corsa got one star.
Opel Corsa 2000 1.2-16V technical data
| Model: | Opel Corsa 1.2-16V | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 2000. September ... 2003. August | ||
| Engine: | 1199 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 149 g/km |
| Power: | 75 HP ON 5600 RPM | Torque: | 110 NM ON 4000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 170 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 14.0 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.2 (combined) 8.0 (urban) 5.2 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.8 l/100km (34.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 44 litres (11.6 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 3.82m (length) 1.65m (width) 1.44m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 9.9 meters | ||
| Ground clearance: | 140 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 260 litres | ||
Opel Corsa 2000 1.2-16V engine Z12XE
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 240,000 to 400,000 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 | 1199 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 72.5 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 72.6 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.1 : 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 Corsa 2000 1.2-16V oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 3.5 litres (3.7 quarts) |
| Power | 75 HP ON 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 NM ON 4000 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2000 |
| Duration of production | 4 years |
| Engine also used on | Opel Astra Opel Agila |
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All Opel Corsa hatchback [2000 - 2003] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Opel Corsa 2000 1.0-12V
Sep 2000 — Aug 2003 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.0 Petrol | 58 HP | 5.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Opel Corsa 2001 1.0-12V
Dec 2001 — Aug 2003 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.0 Petrol | 58 HP | 5.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| Opel Corsa 2000 1.2-16V Sep 2000 — Aug 2003 | 1.2 Petrol | 75 HP | 6.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Opel Corsa 2000 1.2-16V Sep 2000 — Aug 2003 | 1.2 Petrol | 75 HP | 6.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| Opel Corsa 2000 1.4-16V Sep 2000 — Aug 2003 | 1.4 Petrol | 90 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Opel Corsa 2000 1.4-16V Sep 2000 — Aug 2003 | 1.4 Petrol | 90 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Opel Corsa 2000 1.7 Di-16V Sep 2000 — Aug 2003 | 1.7 Diesel | 65 HP | 4.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Opel Corsa 2000 1.7 DTi-16V
Sep 2000 — Aug 2003 Most powerfull diesel version (75 HP) |
1.7 Diesel | 75 HP | 4.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Opel Corsa 2001 1.8 16V
Jan 2001 — Dec 2003 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9 seconds |
1.8 Petrol | 125 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |