Opel Astra 2004 Stationwagon 1.8
Opel Astra 2004 1.8 petrol description
Estate car / wagon Opel Astra 2004 Stationwagon 1.8 has been produced from October, 2004 to December, 2005. 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 2004 Stationwagon 1.8 has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Opel Astra 2004 Stationwagon 1.8 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 188 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Opel Astra 2004 Stationwagon 1.8 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 8.2 litres per 100km (12.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 11.4 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 52 litres or 13.74 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 620 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 820 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Opel real everyday fuel consumption is 8.9 litres per 100 km, which is 9% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Opel Astra fuel consumption.
Opel Astra safety
During safety testing Opel Astra has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Opel Astra is evaluated with five stars, children safety - with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Opel Astra got one star.
Opel Astra 2004 Stationwagon 1.8 technical data
| Model: | Opel Astra Stationwagon 1.8 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
| Production period: | 2004. October ... 2005. December | ||
| Engine: | 1796 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 197 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: | 12.2 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.2 (combined) 11.4 (urban) 6.3 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.9 l/100km (26.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 52 litres (13.7 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.52m (length) 1.75m (width) 1.50m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11.1 meters | ||
| Ground clearance: | 160 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
Opel Astra 2004 Stationwagon 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 2004 Stationwagon 1.8 oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 4.25 litres (4.5 quarts) More service info |
| 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. |
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All Opel Astra estate car [2004 - 2007] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Opel Astra 2005 Stationwagon 1.3 CDTi
Aug 2005 — Jan 2007 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.3 Diesel | 90 HP | 4.8 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Opel Astra 2004 Stationwagon 1.4
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.4 Petrol | 90 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Opel Astra 2004 Stationwagon 1.6 | 1.6 Petrol | 105 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Opel Astra 2004 Stationwagon 1.6 | 1.6 Petrol | 105 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| Opel Astra 2004 Stationwagon 1.7 CDTi Oct 2004 — Aug 2005 | 1.7 Diesel | 80 HP | 5.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Opel Astra 2004 Stationwagon 1.7 CDTi Oct 2004 — Oct 2005 | 1.7 Diesel | 101 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Opel Astra 2004 Stationwagon 1.8 Oct 2004 — Dec 2005 | 1.8 Petrol | 125 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Opel Astra 2004 Stationwagon 1.8 Oct 2004 — Dec 2005 | 1.8 Petrol | 125 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Opel Astra 2005 Stationwagon 1.8 Dec 2005 — Jan 2007 | 1.8 Petrol | 140 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Opel Astra 2005 Stationwagon 1.9 CDTi Oct 2005 — Jan 2007 | 1.9 Diesel | 100 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Opel Astra 2004 Stationwagon 1.9 CDTi | 1.9 Diesel | 120 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Opel Astra 2005 Stationwagon 1.9 CDTi Aug 2005 — Jan 2007 | 1.9 Diesel | 120 HP | - | Automatic (5) |
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Opel Astra 2004 Stationwagon 1.9 CDTi
Most powerfull diesel version (150 HP) |
1.9 Diesel | 150 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Opel Astra 2004 Stationwagon 2.0 T | 2.0 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Opel Astra 2004 Stationwagon 2.0 T
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.4 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Manual (6) |