Opel Calibra 1990 2.5 petrol description
Coupe Opel Calibra 1990 2.5i-V6 has been produced from September, 1993 to December, 1994. 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, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 360 000 and 600 000 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 1990 2.5i-V6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and Aisin AW50-40LE automatic gearbox with 4 gears. With proper servicing, Aisin AW50-40LE gearbox has an average lifespan (mileage before needing serious repairs or rebuild) of 300,000 km.
For cars with engines up to 2.0 litres, the gearbox is long-lasting and reliable, while larger engines tend to have problems with this gearbox.
Opel Calibra 1990 2.5i-V6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 234 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Opel Calibra 1990 2.5i-V6 fuel consumption is 11.2 litres per 100km (8.9 km/l), city fuel economy - 15.9 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 8.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 63 litres or 16.64 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 560 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 740 kilometers on highway.
Opel Calibra 1990 2.5i-V6 technical data
| Model: | Opel Calibra 2.5i-V6 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Coupe | ||
| Production period: | 1993. September ... 1994. December | ||
| Engine: | 2498 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 170 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 230 NM ON 4200 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 234 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.8 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.2 (combined) 15.9 (urban) 8.5 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 63 litres (16.6 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.49m (length) 1.69m (width) 1.32m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11.5 meters | ||
| Ground clearance: | 140 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Seats: | 4 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 300 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 980 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1775 kg | ||
Opel Calibra 1990 2.5i-V6 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 1990 2.5i-V6 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 [1990 - 1994] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Opel Calibra 1990 2.0i | 2.0 Petrol | 115 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Opel Calibra 1990 2.0i | 2.0 Petrol | 115 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
| Opel Calibra 1990 2.0i 4x4 Jun 1990 — Sep 1993 | 2.0 Petrol | 115 HP | 9.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
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Opel Calibra 1990 2.0i 16V
Jun 1990 — Aug 1994 Most fuel efficient version |
2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Opel Calibra 1992 2.0i 16V Sep 1992 — Aug 1994 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | - | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
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Opel Calibra 1990 2.0i 16V 4x4
Jun 1990 — Sep 1992 Most fuel efficient version by real consumption |
2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 8.7 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
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Opel Calibra 1992 2.0i Turbo 4x4
Sep 1992 — Dec 1994 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.8 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 204 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| Opel Calibra 1993 2.5i-V6 Sep 1993 — Dec 1994 | 2.5 Petrol | 170 HP | 10.2 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Opel Calibra 1993 2.5i-V6 Sep 1993 — Dec 1994 | 2.5 Petrol | 170 HP | 11.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |