Opel Corsa 2003 1.4 16V
Opel Corsa 2003 1.4 petrol description
Hatchback Opel Corsa 2003 1.4 16V has been produced from January, 2003 to December, 2006. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.4 litres, which produces power of 90 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 125 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 240 000 to 410 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Opel Corsa 1.4 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.5 litres.
Opel Corsa 2003 1.4 16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Opel Corsa 2003 1.4 16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 13 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 170 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Opel Corsa 2003 1.4 16V in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 7.9 litres per 100km (12.7 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 11.2 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 44 litres or 11.62 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 540 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 720 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Opel is in line with, and sometimes even lower than, the manufacturer's stated combined consumption. More - Real Opel Corsa fuel consumption.

Opel Corsa 2003 1.4 16V technical data
Model: | Opel Corsa 1.4 16V | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2003. January ... 2006. December | ||
Engine: | 1364 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 90 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 125 NM ON 4000 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Maximum speed: | 170 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 13.0 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.9 (combined) 11.2 (urban) 6.0 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 7.9 l/100km (29.8 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: | 1500 kg |
Opel Corsa 2003 1.4 16V engine Z14XEP
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 240,000 to 410,000 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 | 1364 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 73.4 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 80.6 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 1.4 16V oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 3.5 litres (3.7 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) |
Power | 90 HP ON 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 NM ON 4000 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 |
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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) |