Opel Corsa 2006 1.2-16V
Opel Corsa 2006 1.2 petrol description
Hatchback Opel Corsa 2006 1.2-16V has been produced from August, 2006 to January, 2010. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.2 litres, which produces power of 80 horsepower on 5600 rpm and torque 110 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 without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 220 000 to 370 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Opel Corsa 1.2 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.5 litres.
Opel Corsa 2006 1.2-16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Opel Corsa 2006 1.2-16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 14 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 168 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Opel Corsa 2006 1.2-16V in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 5.8 litres per 100km (17.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 7.7 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 4.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 45 litres or 11.89 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 760 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 6.7 litres per 100 km, which is 16% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Opel Corsa fuel consumption.
Opel Corsa safety
During safety testing Opel Corsa has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Opel Corsa is evaluated with five stars, children safety - with three stars, and for pedestrian protection Opel Corsa got three stars.
Opel Corsa 2006 1.2-16V technical data
Model: | Opel Corsa 1.2-16V | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2006. August ... 2010. January | ||
Engine: | 1229 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 139 g/km |
Power: | 80 HP ON 5600 RPM | Torque: | 110 NM ON 4000 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Maximum speed: | 168 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 14.0 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.8 (combined) 7.7 (urban) 4.7 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 6.7 l/100km (35.1 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 45 litres (11.9 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.00m (length) 1.71m (width) 1.49m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | ||
Ground clearance: | 140 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 285 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1100 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1555 kg |
Opel Corsa 2006 1.2-16V engine Z12XEP
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 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 | 1229 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 73.4 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 72.6 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.5 : 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 Corsa 2006 1.2-16V oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 3.5 litres (3.7 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 5 litres (5.3 quarts) |
Power | 80 HP ON 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 NM ON 4000 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2004 |
Duration of production | 5 years |
Engine also used on | Opel Agila |
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All Opel Corsa hatchback [2006 - 2010] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Opel Corsa 2006 1.0-12V
Aug 2006 — Jan 2010 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.0 Petrol | 60 HP | 5.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Corsa 2006 1.2-16V Aug 2006 — Jan 2010 | 1.2 Petrol | 80 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Corsa 2006 1.2-16V Aug 2006 — Jan 2010 | 1.2 Petrol | 80 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Opel Corsa 2006 1.2 1.3 CDTi
Aug 2006 — Jan 2010 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.2 Diesel | 75 HP | 4.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Corsa 2006 1.2 1.3 CDTi Aug 2006 — Jan 2010 | 1.2 Diesel | 90 HP | 4.9 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Opel Corsa 2009 1.2 LPG Jan 2009 — Dec 2010 | 1.2 LPG | 80 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Corsa 2006 1.4-16V Aug 2006 — Jan 2010 | 1.4 Petrol | 90 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Corsa 2006 1.4-16V Aug 2006 — Jan 2010 | 1.4 Petrol | 90 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Opel Corsa 2009 1.4i 16V LPG ecoFLEX Jan 2009 — Dec 2010 | 1.4 LPG | 90 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Corsa 2008 1.6 Turbo
Mai 2008 — Jan 2010 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.1 seconds |
1.6 Petrol | 150 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Corsa 2006 1.7 CDTi
Aug 2006 — Jan 2010 Most powerfull diesel version (125 HP) |
1.7 Diesel | 125 HP | 4.8 l/100km | Manual (6) |