Opel Astra 2001 Cabrio 2.2i-16V
Opel Astra 2001 2.2 petrol description
Cabrio Opel Astra 2001 Cabrio 2.2i-16V has been produced from December, 2001 to April, 2006. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.2 litres, which produces power of 147 horsepower on 5800 rpm and torque 203 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 4 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 240 000 and 400 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Opel Astra 2.2 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5 litres.
Opel Astra 2001 Cabrio 2.2i-16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Opel Astra 2001 Cabrio 2.2i-16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 216 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Opel Astra 2001 Cabrio 2.2i-16V fuel consumption is 8.2 litres per 100km (12.2 km/l), city fuel economy - 11.8 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.1 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 840 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Opel real everyday fuel consumption is 8.6 litres per 100 km, which is 5% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Opel Astra fuel consumption.

Opel Astra 2001 Cabrio 2.2i-16V technical data
Model: | Opel Astra Cabrio 2.2i-16V | ||
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Body style: | Cabrio | ||
Production period: | 2001. December ... 2006. April | ||
Engine: | 2198 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 197 g/km |
Power: | 147 HP ON 5800 RPM | Torque: | 203 NM ON 4000 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 216 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.5 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.2 (combined) 11.8 (urban) 6.1 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 8.6 l/100km (27.4 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: | 1765 kg |
Opel Astra 2001 Cabrio 2.2i-16V engine Z22SE
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 240,000 to 400,000 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 | 2198 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 86 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 94.6 mm |
Compression ratio | 10 : 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 2.2i-16V oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 5 litres (5.3 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 6.8 litres (7.2 quarts) |
Power | 147 HP ON 5800 RPM |
Torque | 203 NM ON 4000 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2000 |
Duration of production | 5 years |
Engine also used on | Opel Zafira Opel Vectra |
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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) |