Opel Astra 2007 1.4

Opel Astra 2007 1.4 petrol description

Hatchback Opel Astra 2007 1.4 has been produced from February, 2007 to January, 2009. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.4 litres, which produces power of 90 horsepower on 5600 rpm and torque 125 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, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 240 up to 410 thousand kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Opel Astra 1.4 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.5 litres.

Opel Astra 2007 1.4 has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Opel Astra 2007 1.4 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 15 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 176 km/h.

Opel Astra 2007 1.4 fuel consumption is 5.9 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (16.9 km/l), city fuel economy - 7.7 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 4.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 52 litres or 13.74 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 880 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1060 kilometers on highway.

With the same engine there is also Opel Astra version with manual gearbox (Opel Astra 2007 1.4 MT) available, which is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 1 seconds faster (in 14 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.2 litres per 100 km or 3 % - 6.1 litres per 100 km.
Opel Astra 2007

Opel Astra 2007 1.4 technical data

Model: Opel Astra 1.4
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2007. February ... 2009. January 
Engine: 1364 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 142 g/km
Power: 90 HP ON 5600 RPM Torque: 125 NM ON 4000 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 176 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 15.0 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.9 (combined) 7.7 (urban) 4.9 (highway)
Fuel tank capacity: 52 litres (13.7 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.25m (length) 1.75m (width) 1.46m (height)
Turning diameter: 11 meters
Ground clearance: 160 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 380 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1330 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1705 kg

Opel Astra 2007 1.4 engine Z14XEP

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 240,000 to 410,000 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 1364 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 73.4 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 80.6 mm
Compression ratio 10.5 : 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 Astra 2007 1.4 oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 3.5 litres (3.7 quarts)
Coolant capacity 5.6 litres (5.9 quarts)
Power 90 HP ON 5600 RPM
Torque 125 NM ON 4000 RPM
Start of production (year) 2003
Duration of production 7 years
Engine also used on Opel Meriva Opel Corsa Opel Combo

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 Astra hatchback [2007 - 2009] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Opel Astra 2007 1.2 1.3 CDTi

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.2 Diesel 90 HP 4.8 l/100km Manual (6)
Opel Astra 2007 1.4

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.4 Petrol 90 HP 6.1 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Astra 2007 1.4

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.4 Petrol 90 HP 5.9 l/100km Automatic (5)
Opel Astra 2007 1.6 1.6 Petrol 115 HP 6.5 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Astra 2007 1.6 1.6 Petrol 115 HP 6.3 l/100km Automatic (5)
Opel Astra 2007 1.6 Turbo

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.3 seconds

1.6 Petrol 180 HP 7.7 l/100km Manual (6)
Opel Astra 2007 1.7 CDTi 1.7 Diesel 101 HP 5.1 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Astra 2008 1.7 CDTi Feb 2008 — Jan 2009 1.7 Diesel 125 HP 5.4 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Astra 2007 1.8 1.8 Petrol 125 HP 8.4 l/100km Automatic (4)
Opel Astra 2007 1.8 1.8 Petrol 140 HP 7.1 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Astra 2007 1.8 1.8 Petrol 140 HP 7.8 l/100km Automatic (4)
Opel Astra 2007 1.9 CDTi 1.9 Diesel 120 HP 5.8 l/100km Manual (6)
Opel Astra 2007 1.9 CDTi 1.9 Diesel 120 HP 7.0 l/100km Automatic (6)
Opel Astra 2007 1.9 CDTi

Most powerfull diesel version (150 HP)

1.9 Diesel 150 HP 5.8 l/100km Manual (6)
Opel Astra 2007 reviews
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