Opel Astra 2012 Sports Tourer 1.4
Opel Astra 2012 1.4 petrol description
Estate car / wagon Opel Astra 2012 Sports Tourer 1.4 has been produced from January, 2012 to January, 2016. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.4 litres, which produces power of 100 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 130 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, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 220 000 and 370 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Opel Astra 1.4 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.2 litres.
Opel Astra 2012 Sports Tourer 1.4 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Opel Astra 2012 Sports Tourer 1.4 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 14.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 175 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Opel Astra 2012 Sports Tourer 1.4 fuel consumption is 5.7 litres per 100km (17.5 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 7.1 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 4.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 56 litres or 14.8 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 980 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1140 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Opel real everyday fuel consumption is 7.1 litres per 100 km, which is 25% 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 very good rate 86 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 84 from 100, for pedestrian protection Opel Astra got 83 points from 100.
Opel Astra safety equipment has been rated as good - 75 percents from 100.
Opel Astra 2012 Sports Tourer 1.4 technical data
| Model: | Opel Astra Sports Tourer 1.4 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
| Production period: | 2012. January ... 2016. January | ||
| Engine: | 1398 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 134 g/km |
| Power: | 100 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 130 NM ON 4000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 175 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 14.5 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.7 (combined) 7.1 (urban) 4.9 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.1 l/100km (33.1 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 56 litres (14.8 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.70m (length) 1.81m (width) 1.54m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11.5 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 500 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1550 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1960 kg | ||
Opel Astra 2012 Sports Tourer 1.4 engine A14XER
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 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 | 1398 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 73.4 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 82.6 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 2012 Sports Tourer 1.4 oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 4.2 litres (4.4 quarts) |
| Power | 100 HP ON 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 NM ON 4000 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2009 |
| Duration of production | 15 years |
| Engine also used on | Opel Meriva Opel Adam |
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 [2012 - 2016] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Opel Astra 2012 1.2 Sports Tourer 1.3 CDTI
Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.2 Diesel | 95 HP | 4.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Opel Astra 2012 Sports Tourer 1.4
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.4 Petrol | 100 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Opel Astra 2012 Sports Tourer 1.4 Turbo | 1.4 Petrol | 120 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Opel Astra 2012 Sports Tourer 1.4 Turbo | 1.4 Petrol | 140 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Opel Astra 2012 Sports Tourer 1.4 Turbo | 1.4 Petrol | 140 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
| Opel Astra 2012 1.4 LPG Jan 2012 — Dec 2015 | 1.4 LPG | 140 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Opel Astra 2012 Sports Tourer 1.6 Turbo
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.8 seconds |
1.6 Petrol | 180 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Opel Astra 2012 Sports Tourer 1.6 Turbo
Most powerfull petrol version (180 HP) |
1.6 Petrol | 180 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
| Opel Astra 2012 1.6 CDTI Jan 2012 — Dec 2015 | 1.6 Diesel | 110 HP | - | Manual (6) |
| Opel Astra 2012 1.6 CDTI Jan 2012 — Dec 2015 | 1.6 Diesel | 136 HP | - | Manual (6) |
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Opel Astra 2012 Sports Tourer 1.7 CDTI
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.7 Diesel | 110 HP | 4.0 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Opel Astra 2012 Sports Tourer 1.7 CDTI
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.7 Diesel | 130 HP | 4.0 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Opel Astra 2012 Sports Tourer 2.0 CDTI
Most powerfull diesel version (165 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 165 HP | 4.7 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Opel Astra 2012 Sports Tourer 2.0 CDTI
Most powerfull diesel version (165 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 165 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Automatic (6) |