Opel Astra 1998 Stationwagon 1.8i-16V
Opel Astra 1998 1.8 petrol description
Estate car / wagon Opel Astra 1998 Stationwagon 1.8i-16V has been produced from July, 2000 to October, 2004. 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, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 270 000 and 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 1998 Stationwagon 1.8i-16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and Aisin AW50-40LS automatic gearbox with 4 gears. With proper servicing, Aisin AW50-40LS gearbox has an average lifespan (mileage before needing serious repairs or rebuild) of 300,000 km.
The most common problem with this gearbox is with the torque converter, which tends to become contaminated with wear products and fail if oil change intervals are not observed.
Opel Astra 1998 Stationwagon 1.8i-16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 193 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Opel Astra 1998 Stationwagon 1.8i-16V fuel consumption is 8.8 litres per 100km (11.4 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 12.1 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 52 litres or 13.74 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 580 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 760 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Opel is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Opel Astra fuel consumption.
Opel Astra safety
During safety testing Opel Astra has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Opel Astra is evaluated with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Opel Astra got one star.
Opel Astra 1998 Stationwagon 1.8i-16V technical data
| Model: | Opel Astra Stationwagon 1.8i-16V | ||
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| Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
| Production period: | 2000. July ... 2004. October | ||
| Engine: | 1796 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 211 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) |
| Top speed: | 193 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.5 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.8 (combined) 12.1 (urban) 6.8 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.7 l/100km (27 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 52 litres (13.7 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.29m (length) 1.71m (width) 1.51m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 480 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1500 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1790 kg | ||
Opel Astra 1998 Stationwagon 1.8i-16V 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 |
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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. More service info |
| Timing belt change interval | 60,000 km |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Opel Astra 1998 Stationwagon 1.8i-16V oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 4.25 litres (4.5 quarts) More service info |
| Coolant capacity | 6.3 litres (6.7 quarts) |
| Power | 125 HP ON 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 NM ON 3800 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2000 |
| Duration of production | 9 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 2003 onwards. |
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| 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. |
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All Opel Astra estate car [1998 - 2004] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Opel Astra 2002 Stationwagon 1.2i-16V
Aug 2002 — Oct 2004 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.2 Petrol | 75 HP | 6.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Opel Astra 1998 1.4 Ecotec 16V Jan 1998 — Dec 2002 | 1.4 Petrol | 90 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Opel Astra 1998 1.4 Ecotec 16V Jan 1998 — Dec 2002 | 1.4 Petrol | 90 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Opel Astra 1998 Stationwagon 1.6i Apr 1998 — Jul 2000 | 1.6 Petrol | 75 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Opel Astra 1998 Stationwagon 1.6i Apr 1998 — Jul 2000 | 1.6 Petrol | 75 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Opel Astra 2000 Stationwagon 1.6i Jul 2000 — Oct 2004 | 1.6 Petrol | 84 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Opel Astra 2000 Stationwagon 1.6i Jul 2000 — Oct 2004 | 1.6 Petrol | 84 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Opel Astra 1998 Stationwagon 1.6i-16V Apr 1998 — Oct 2004 | 1.6 Petrol | 100 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Opel Astra 1998 Stationwagon 1.6i-16V Apr 1998 — Oct 2004 | 1.6 Petrol | 100 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Opel Astra 1999 Stationwagon 1.7 TD Jan 1999 — Nov 1999 | 1.7 Diesel | 68 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Opel Astra 1999 Stationwagon 1.7 DTi
Nov 1999 — Aug 2003 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.7 Diesel | 75 HP | 4.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Opel Astra 2003 Stationwagon 1.7 CDTi
Aug 2003 — Oct 2004 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.7 Diesel | 80 HP | 4.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Opel Astra 1998 Stationwagon 1.8i-16V Apr 1998 — Jul 2000 | 1.8 Petrol | 116 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Opel Astra 1998 Stationwagon 1.8i-16V Apr 1998 — Jul 2000 | 1.8 Petrol | 116 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Opel Astra 2000 Stationwagon 1.8i-16V Jul 2000 — Oct 2004 | 1.8 Petrol | 125 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Opel Astra 2000 Stationwagon 1.8i-16V Jul 2000 — Oct 2004 | 1.8 Petrol | 125 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Opel Astra 1998 Stationwagon 2.0i-16V Apr 1998 — Jul 2000 | 2.0 Petrol | 136 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Opel Astra 1998 Stationwagon 2.0i-16V Apr 1998 — Jul 2000 | 2.0 Petrol | 136 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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Opel Astra 2002 Stationwagon 2.0 Turbo OPC
Nov 2002 — Oct 2004 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.8 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 9.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Opel Astra 1998 Stationwagon 2.0 Di-16V Apr 1998 — Jul 2000 | 2.0 Diesel | 82 HP | 6.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Opel Astra 1998 Stationwagon 2.0 Di-16V Apr 1998 — Aug 2002 | 2.0 Diesel | 82 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Opel Astra 1999 Stationwagon 2.0 DTi-16V Jul 1999 — Oct 2004 | 2.0 Diesel | 101 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Opel Astra 2000 Stationwagon 2.2i-16V Jul 2000 — Oct 2004 | 2.2 Petrol | 147 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Opel Astra 2000 Stationwagon 2.2i-16V Jul 2000 — Aug 2003 | 2.2 Petrol | 147 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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Opel Astra 2002 Stationwagon 2.2 DTi-16V
Aug 2002 — Oct 2004 Most powerfull diesel version (125 HP) |
2.2 Diesel | 125 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |