Opel Insignia 2009 1.8
Opel Insignia 2009 1.8 petrol description
Estate car / wagon Opel Insignia 2009 1.8 has been produced from January, 2009 to January, 2013. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 140 horsepower on 6300 rpm and torque 175 Nm (Newton metres) on 3800 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 280 up to 480 thousand kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Opel Insignia 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.45 litres.
Opel Insignia 2009 1.8 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Opel Insignia 2009 1.8 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 202 km/h.
Opel Insignia 2009 1.8 fuel consumption is 7.8 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (12.8 km/l), city fuel economy - 10.6 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 880 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1120 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Opel real everyday fuel consumption is 8.8 litres per 100 km, which is 13% 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 outstanding rate 94 from 100, children safety: good mark - 79 from 100, for pedestrian protection Opel Insignia got 40 points from 100.
Opel Insignia safety equipment has been rated as good - 71 percents from 100.

Opel Insignia 2009 1.8 technical data
Model: | Opel Insignia 1.8 | ||
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Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
Production period: | 2009. January ... 2013. January | ||
Engine: | 1796 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 183 g/km |
Power: | 140 HP ON 6300 RPM | Torque: | 175 NM ON 3800 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 202 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.2 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.8 (combined) 10.6 (urban) 6.2 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 8.8 l/100km (26.7 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres (18.5 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.91m (length) 1.86m (width) 1.52m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | ||
Ground clearance: | 160 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 540 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1530 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 2170 kg |
Opel Insignia 2009 1.8 engine A18XER
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 280,000 to 480,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.Engine displacement | 1796 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 80.5 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 88.2 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.5 : 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 | Injection |
Opel Insignia 2009 1.8 oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 4.45 litres (4.7 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 5.6 litres (5.9 quarts) |
Power | 140 HP ON 6300 RPM |
Torque | 175 NM ON 3800 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. |
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Engine also used on | Opel Mokka |
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All Opel Insignia estate car [2009 - 2013] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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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 2009 1.6 Jan 2009 — Jan 2013 | 1.6 Petrol | 115 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Opel Insignia 2009 1.6 Turbo Jan 2009 — Jan 2013 | 1.6 Petrol | 180 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Opel Insignia 2009 1.8 Jan 2009 — Jan 2013 | 1.8 Petrol | 140 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Opel Insignia 2009 2.0 Turbo Jan 2009 — Jan 2013 | 2.0 Petrol | 220 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Opel Insignia 2009 2.0 Turbo Jan 2009 — Jan 2013 | 2.0 Petrol | 220 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Front wheel |
Opel Insignia 2009 2.0 Turbo 4x4 Jan 2009 — Jan 2013 | 2.0 Petrol | 220 HP | 9.3 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
Opel Insignia 2009 2.0 Turbo 4x4 Jan 2009 — Jan 2013 | 2.0 Petrol | 220 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
Opel Insignia 2009 2.0 CDTI
Jan 2009 — Jan 2013 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 130 HP | 6.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Opel Insignia 2009 2.0 CDTI Jan 2009 — Jan 2013 | 2.0 Diesel | 130 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Front wheel |
Opel Insignia 2009 2.0 CDTI
Jan 2009 — Jan 2013 Most powerfull diesel version (160 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 160 HP | 6.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Opel Insignia 2009 2.0 CDTI
Jan 2009 — Jan 2013 Most powerfull diesel version (160 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 160 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Front wheel |
Opel Insignia 2009 2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 Jan 2009 — Jan 2013 | 2.8 Petrol | 260 HP | 11.2 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
Opel Insignia 2009 2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 Jan 2009 — Jan 2013 | 2.8 Petrol | 260 HP | 11.3 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
Opel Insignia 2009 2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 | 2.8 Petrol | 260 HP | 11.3 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
Opel Insignia 2009 OPC 2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6 seconds |
2.8 Petrol | 325 HP | 11.4 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |