Opel Astra 2007 1.8
Opel Astra 2007 1.8 petrol description
Hatchback Opel Astra 2007 1.8 has been produced from February, 2007 to January, 2009. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 125 horsepower on 5600 rpm and torque 170 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 without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 270 000 to 450 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
Mechanically reliable engine, but the engine control unit can cause problems.
This Opel Astra 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.25 litres.
Opel Astra 2007 1.8 has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Opel Astra 2007 1.8 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 188 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Opel Astra 2007 1.8 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 8.4 litres per 100km (11.9 km/l), city fuel economy - 11.6 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 52 litres or 13.74 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 600 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 800 kilometers on highway.
Opel Astra 2007 1.8 technical data
| Model: | Opel Astra 1.8 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 2007. February ... 2009. January | ||
| Engine: | 1796 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 202 g/km |
| Power: | 125 HP ON 5600 RPM | Torque: | 170 NM ON 3800 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 188 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.0 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.4 (combined) 11.6 (urban) 6.5 (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: | 1760 kg | ||
Opel Astra 2007 1.8 engine Z18XE
Engine reliability and common problems:
Mechanically reliable engine, but the engine control unit can cause problems.Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 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 | 1796 cm3 |
|---|---|
| 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. More service info |
| Timing belt change interval | 60,000 km |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Opel Astra 2007 1.8 oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 4.25 litres (4.5 quarts) More service info |
| Coolant capacity | 6.8 litres (7.2 quarts) |
| Power | 125 HP ON 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 NM ON 3800 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2000 |
| Duration of production | 9 years |
| Engine also used on | Opel Zafira Opel Vectra Opel Meriva Opel Signum |
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 |
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Opel Astra 2007 1.2 1.3 CDTi
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.2 Diesel | 90 HP | 4.8 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Opel Astra 2007 1.4
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.4 Petrol | 90 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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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) |
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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) |
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Opel Astra 2007 1.9 CDTi
Most powerfull diesel version (150 HP) |
1.9 Diesel | 150 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (6) |