Opel Insignia 2009 2.0 CDTI

Opel Insignia 2009 2.0 diesel description

Estate car / wagon Opel Insignia 2009 2.0 CDTI has been produced from January, 2009 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. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 220 000 and 370 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Opel Insignia 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.5 litres.

Opel Insignia 2009 2.0 CDTI has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Opel Insignia 2009 2.0 CDTI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 212 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Opel Insignia 2009 2.0 CDTI fuel consumption is 6 litres per 100km (16.7 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Opel Insignia 2009 - 2013 versions, fuel consumption in city - 7.9 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 4.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1160 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1420 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Opel real everyday fuel consumption is 6.7 litres per 100 km, which is 12% 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.

With the same engine there is also Opel Insignia version with automatic gearbox (Opel Insignia 2009 2.0 CDTI AT) available, which manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.8 litres per 100 km or 13 % - 6.8 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.9 litres per 100 km or 13 % - 7.6 litres per 100 km.
Opel Insignia 2009

Opel Insignia 2009 2.0 CDTI technical data

Model: Opel Insignia 2.0 CDTI
Body style: Estate car / wagon
Production period: 2009. January ... 2013. January 
Engine: 1956 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 159 g/km
Power: 160 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 350 NM ON 1750 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 212 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.9 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.0 (combined) 7.9 (urban) 4.9 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 6.7 l/100km (35.1 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)
Trunk capacity: 540 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1530 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 2290 kg

Opel Insignia 2009 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 2009 2.0 CDTI oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 4.5 litres (4.8 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 estate car [2009 - 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 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)
Most fuel efficient diesel version

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
Opel Insignia 2009 reviews
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