Opel Astra 2001 Cabrio 2.2 DTi-16V

Opel Astra 2001 2.2 diesel description

Cabrio Opel Astra 2001 Cabrio 2.2 DTi-16V has been produced from August, 2002 to April, 2006. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.2 litres, which produces power of 125 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 280 Nm (Newton metres) on 1500 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 and VGT turbine. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 310 000 to 520 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Opel Astra 2.2 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 5.5 litres.

Opel Astra 2001 Cabrio 2.2 DTi-16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Opel Astra 2001 Cabrio 2.2 DTi-16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 207 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Opel Astra 2001 Cabrio 2.2 DTi-16V in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 6.3 litres per 100km (15.9 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Opel Astra 2001 - 2006 version, city fuel economy - 8.9 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 52 litres or 13.74 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 820 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1000 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

Opel Astra 2001 Cabrio 2.2 DTi-16V technical data

Model: Opel Astra Cabrio 2.2 DTi-16V
Body style: Cabrio
Production period: 2002. August ... 2006. April 
Engine: 2171 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 125 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 280 NM ON 1500 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Maximum speed: 207 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.9 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.3 (combined) 8.9 (urban) 5.1 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 6.2 l/100km (37.9 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: 1850 kg

Opel Astra 2001 Cabrio 2.2 DTi-16V engine Y22DTR

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 310,000 to 520,000 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 2171 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 84 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 98 mm
Compression ratio 18.5 : 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 2001 Cabrio 2.2 DTi-16V oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 5.5 litres (5.8 quarts)
Coolant capacity 7.9 litres (8.4 quarts)
Power 120 - 125 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 270 - 280 NM ON 1500 RPM
Start of production (year) 2000
Duration of production 5 years
Engine also used on Opel Zafira Opel Vectra Opel Signum

All Opel Astra cabrio [2001 - 2006] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
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)
Opel Astra 2001 reviews
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