Opel Astra 2001 Cabrio 1.8i-16V
Opel Astra 2001 1.8 petrol description
Cabrio Opel Astra 2001 Cabrio 1.8i-16V has been produced from December, 2001 to April, 2006. 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 2001 Cabrio 1.8i-16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Opel Astra 2001 Cabrio 1.8i-16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 207 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Opel Astra 2001 Cabrio 1.8i-16V fuel consumption is 7.7 litres per 100km (13 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 10.8 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 52 litres or 13.74 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 660 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 880 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 2001 Cabrio 1.8i-16V technical data
Model: | Opel Astra Cabrio 1.8i-16V | ||
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Body style: | Cabrio | ||
Production period: | 2001. December ... 2006. April | ||
Engine: | 1796 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 184 g/km |
Power: | 125 HP ON 5600 RPM | Torque: | 170 NM ON 3800 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 207 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.5 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.7 (combined) 10.8 (urban) 5.9 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 7.9 l/100km (29.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 52 litres (13.7 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.27m (length) 1.71m (width) 1.39m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11 meters | ||
Seats: | 4 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 330 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 1725 kg |
Opel Astra 2001 Cabrio 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 2001 Cabrio 1.8i-16V oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 4.25 litres (4.5 quarts) More service info |
Coolant capacity | 5.5 litres (5.8 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 cabrio [2001 - 2006] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Opel Astra 2001 Cabrio 1.6i-16V Dec 2001 — Apr 2003 | 1.6 Petrol | 101 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Astra 2003 Cabrio 1.6i-16V
Apr 2003 — Apr 2006 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.6 Petrol | 103 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Astra 2001 Cabrio 1.8i-16V | 1.8 Petrol | 125 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Astra 2002 2.0 Cabrio Turbo
Aug 2002 — Apr 2006 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 190 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Astra 2001 Cabrio 2.2i-16V | 2.2 Petrol | 147 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Astra 2001 Cabrio 2.2i-16V
Only version with automatic transmission |
2.2 Petrol | 147 HP | 8.7 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Opel Astra 2002 Cabrio 2.2 DTi-16V Aug 2002 — Apr 2006 | 2.2 Diesel | 125 HP | 6.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |