Opel Sintra 1997 2.2 petrol description
Minivan / MPV Opel Sintra 1997 2.2i-16V has been produced from January, 1997 to May, 1999. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.2 litres, which produces power of 141 horsepower on 5400 rpm and torque 202 Nm (Newton metres) on 2600 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, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 310 000 and 520 000 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 Sintra 2.2 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5 litres.
Opel Sintra 1997 2.2i-16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Opel Sintra 1997 2.2i-16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 181 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Opel Sintra 1997 2.2i-16V fuel consumption is 9.5 litres per 100km (10.5 km/l), city fuel economy - 12.5 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 8.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 720 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 860 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Opel real everyday fuel consumption is 10.3 litres per 100 km, which is 8% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Opel Sintra fuel consumption.
Opel Sintra safety
During safety testing Opel Sintra has obtained 3 stars from five, which means average safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Opel Sintra is evaluated with three stars, and for pedestrian protection Opel Sintra got one star.

Opel Sintra 1997 2.2i-16V technical data
Model: | Opel Sintra 2.2i-16V | ||
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Body style: | Minivan / MPV | ||
Production period: | 1997. January ... 1999. May | ||
Engine: | 2198 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 229 g/km |
Power: | 141 HP ON 5400 RPM | Torque: | 202 NM ON 2600 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 181 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.7 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.5 (combined) 12.5 (urban) 8.1 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 10.3 l/100km (22.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres (18.5 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.67m (length) 1.83m (width) 1.76m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | ||
Seats: | 7 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 460 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 3765 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 2345 kg |
Opel Sintra 1997 2.2i-16V engine X22XE
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 | 2198 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 86 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 94.6 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 Sintra 1997 2.2i-16V oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 5 litres (5.3 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 5.9 litres (6.2 quarts) |
Power | 135 - 140 HP ON 5400 RPM |
Torque | 200 - 205 NM ON 2600 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1995 |
Duration of production | 4 years |
Engine also used on | Opel Frontera |
All Opel Sintra minivan [1997 - 1999] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Opel Sintra 1997 2.2i-16V
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.2 Petrol | 141 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Sintra 1998 2.2 DTi-16V Mar 1998 — Mai 1999 | 2.2 Diesel | 115 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Sintra 1997 3.0i-V6
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10.8 seconds |
3.0 Petrol | 201 HP | 11.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) |