Opel Corsa 2003 1.0 12V
Opel Corsa 2003 1.0 petrol description
Hatchback Opel Corsa 2003 1.0 12V has been produced from August, 2003 to December, 2005. It has three-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.0 litres, which produces power of 60 horsepower on 5600 rpm and torque 88 Nm (Newton metres) on 3800 revolutions per minute.
This 3-cylinder 12-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 210 000 to 360 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Opel Corsa 1.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3 litres.
Opel Corsa 2003 1.0 12V has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Opel Corsa 2003 1.0 12V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 16 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 156 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Opel Corsa 2003 1.0 12V in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 5.3 litres per 100km (18.9 km/l), city fuel economy - 6.9 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 4.4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 44 litres or 11.62 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, this Opel real everyday fuel consumption is 6 litres per 100 km, which is 13% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Opel Corsa fuel consumption.
- Opel Corsa 2003 1.0-12V AT is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 2 seconds later (in 18 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 5.2 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 5 % - 5.7 litres per 100 km
- Opel Corsa 2005 1.0-12V AT is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 2 seconds later (in 18 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 5.2 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 6.0 litres per 100 km

Opel Corsa 2003 1.0 12V technical data
Model: | Opel Corsa 1.0 12V | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2003. August ... 2005. December | ||
Engine: | 998 cm3 Petrol, 3 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 127 g/km |
Power: | 60 HP ON 5600 RPM | Torque: | 88 NM ON 3800 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Maximum speed: | 156 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 16.0 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.3 (combined) 6.9 (urban) 4.4 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 6 l/100km (39.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 44 litres (11.6 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 3.84m (length) 1.65m (width) 1.44m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10 meters | ||
Ground clearance: | 140 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 260 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1060 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1405 kg |
Opel Corsa 2003 1.0 12V engine Z10XEP
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 210,000 to 360,000 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 | 998 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 3 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 73.4 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 78.6 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 2003 1.0 12V oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 3 litres (3.2 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 4.9 litres (5.2 quarts) |
Power | 60 HP ON 5600 RPM |
Torque | 88 NM ON 3800 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2003 |
Duration of production | 6 years |
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All Opel Corsa hatchback [2003 - 2006] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Opel Corsa 2003 1.0 12V Aug 2003 — Dec 2005 | 1.0 Petrol | 60 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Corsa 2005 1.0-12V Aug 2005 — Aug 2006 | 1.0 Petrol | 60 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Corsa 2003 1.0-12V
Aug 2003 — Dec 2005 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.0 Petrol | 60 HP | 5.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Opel Corsa 2005 1.0-12V
Aug 2005 — Aug 2006 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.0 Petrol | 60 HP | 5.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Opel Corsa 2003 1.2 16V Aug 2003 — Aug 2004 | 1.2 Petrol | 75 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Corsa 2003 1.2-16V Aug 2003 — Aug 2004 | 1.2 Petrol | 75 HP | 6.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Opel Corsa 2004 1.2-16V Aug 2004 — Aug 2006 | 1.2 Petrol | 80 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Corsa 2004 1.2-16V Aug 2004 — Aug 2006 | 1.2 Petrol | 80 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Opel Corsa 2005 1.2-16V Aug 2005 — Aug 2006 | 1.2 Petrol | 80 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Opel Corsa 2003 1.2 1.3 CDTI Aug 2003 — Aug 2006 | 1.2 Diesel | 70 HP | 4.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Corsa 2003 1.2 1.3 CDTi
Aug 2003 — Aug 2006 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.2 Diesel | 70 HP | 4.4 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Opel Corsa 2003 1.4 16V Aug 2003 — Aug 2006 | 1.4 Petrol | 90 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Corsa 2003 1.4 16V | 1.4 Petrol | 90 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Opel Corsa 2003 1.4-16V Aug 2003 — Aug 2006 | 1.4 Petrol | 90 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Opel Corsa 2003 1.7 CDTI
Aug 2003 — Aug 2006 Most powerfull diesel version (101 HP) |
1.7 Diesel | 101 HP | 4.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Corsa 2003 1.8 16V
Aug 2003 — Aug 2006 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9 seconds |
1.8 Petrol | 125 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |