Opel Corsa 2003 1.7 CDTI

Opel Corsa 2003 1.7 diesel description

Hatchback Opel Corsa 2003 1.7 CDTI has been produced from August, 2003 to August, 2006. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.7 litres, which produces power of 101 horsepower on 4400 rpm and torque 240 Nm (Newton metres) on 2300 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and VGT turbine. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 360 000 to 600 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This Opel Corsa 1.7 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5 litres.

Opel Corsa 2003 1.7 CDTI has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Opel Corsa 2003 1.7 CDTI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 188 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Opel Corsa 2003 1.7 CDTI in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 4.8 litres per 100km (20.8 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Opel Corsa 2003 - 2006 versions, city fuel economy - 6.4 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 3.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 44 litres or 11.62 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 900 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1120 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Opel real everyday fuel consumption is 5.4 litres per 100 km, which is 13% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Opel Corsa fuel consumption.

Opel Corsa 2003

Opel Corsa 2003 1.7 CDTI technical data

Model: Opel Corsa 1.7 CDTI
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2003. August ... 2006. August 
Engine: 1686 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 130 g/km
Power: 101 HP ON 4400 RPM Torque: 240 NM ON 2300 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Maximum speed: 188 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 12.0 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 4.8 (combined) 6.4 (urban) 3.9 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 5.4 l/100km (43.6 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: 1605 kg

Opel Corsa 2003 1.7 CDTI engine Z17DTH

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.
Engine displacement 1686 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 79 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 86 mm
Compression ratio 18.2 : 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 Common Rail

Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair.

Opel Corsa 2003 1.7 CDTI oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 5 litres (5.3 quarts)
Coolant capacity 7.1 litres (7.5 quarts)
Power 101 HP ON 4400 RPM
Torque 240 NM ON 2300 RPM
Start of production (year) 2003
Duration of production 7 years
Engine also used on Opel Astra Opel Meriva Opel Combo

Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design.

All Opel Corsa hatchback [2003 - 2006] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
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)
Opel Corsa 2003 reviews
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