Opel Calibra 1994 2.5 petrol description
Coupe Opel Calibra 1994 2.5 V6 ECOTEC has been produced from January, 1994 to December, 1996. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 170 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 230 Nm (Newton metres) on 4200 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 360 up to 600 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Opel Calibra 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.75 litres.
Opel Calibra 1994 2.5 V6 ECOTEC has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Opel Calibra 1994 2.5 V6 ECOTEC accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 237 km/h.
Opel Calibra 1994 2.5 V6 ECOTEC fuel consumption is 8.7 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (11.5 km/l), city fuel economy - 11.4 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 63 litres or 16.64 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 720 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 940 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Opel real everyday fuel consumption is 9.2 litres per 100 km, which is 6% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Opel Calibra fuel consumption.

Opel Calibra 1994 2.5 V6 ECOTEC technical data
Model: | Opel Calibra 2.5 V6 ECOTEC | ||
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Body style: | Coupe | ||
Production period: | 1994. January ... 1996. December | ||
Engine: | 2498 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 170 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 230 NM ON 4200 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 237 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.8 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.7 (combined) 11.4 (urban) 6.6 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 9.2 l/100km (25.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 63 litres (16.6 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.49m (length) 1.69m (width) 1.32m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11.5 meters | ||
Seats: | 4 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 300 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 980 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1775 kg |
Opel Calibra 1994 2.5 V6 ECOTEC engine X25XE
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 360,000 to 600,000 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 | 2498 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 81.6 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 79.6 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.8 : 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. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Opel Calibra 1994 2.5 V6 ECOTEC oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 5.75 litres (6.1 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts) |
Power | 170 HP ON 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 NM ON 4200 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1994 |
Duration of production | 6 years |
Engine also used on | Opel Vectra Opel Omega |
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All Opel Calibra coupe [1994 - 1997] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Opel Calibra 1994 2.0 8V Jan 1994 — Dec 1996 | 2.0 Petrol | 115 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Opel Calibra 1994 2.0 8V Jan 1994 — Dec 1996 | 2.0 Petrol | 115 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Opel Calibra 1994 2.0 16V ECOTEC | 2.0 Petrol | 136 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Opel Calibra 1994 2.0 16V ECOTEC
Most fuel efficient version |
2.0 Petrol | 136 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Opel Calibra 1994 2.0 16V ECOTEC 4x4 | 2.0 Petrol | 136 HP | - | Automatic (4) | All wheel |
Opel Calibra 1994 2.0 16V Turbo 4x4
Jan 1994 — Dec 1996 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.8 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 204 HP | 9.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
Opel Calibra 1994 2.5 V6 ECOTEC Jan 1994 — Dec 1996 | 2.5 Petrol | 170 HP | 8.7 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Opel Calibra 1994 2.5 V6 ECOTEC Jan 1994 — Dec 1996 | 2.5 Petrol | 170 HP | 8.7 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |