Opel Vectra 1999 1.8i-16V
Opel Vectra 1999 1.8 petrol description
Hatchback Opel Vectra 1999 1.8i-16V has been produced from September, 2000 to May, 2002. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 125 horsepower on 5600 rpm and torque 170 Nm (Newton metres) on 3800 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-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 4 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 270 000 and 450 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
Mechanically reliable engine, but the engine control unit can cause problems.
This Opel Vectra 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.25 litres.
Opel Vectra 1999 1.8i-16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Opel Vectra 1999 1.8i-16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 208 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Opel Vectra 1999 1.8i-16V fuel consumption is 7.8 litres per 100km (12.8 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 11 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 760 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1000 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Opel is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Opel Vectra fuel consumption.
Opel Vectra safety
During safety testing Opel Vectra has obtained 3 stars from five, which means average safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Opel Vectra is evaluated with three stars, and for pedestrian protection Opel Vectra got two stars.

Opel Vectra 1999 1.8i-16V technical data
Model: | Opel Vectra 1.8i-16V | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2000. September ... 2002. May | ||
Engine: | 1796 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 187 g/km |
Power: | 125 HP ON 5600 RPM | Torque: | 170 NM ON 3800 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 208 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.5 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.8 (combined) 11.0 (urban) 6.0 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 8 l/100km (29.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres (15.9 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.50m (length) 1.71m (width) 1.42m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.7 meters | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 480 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1180 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1815 kg |
Opel Vectra 1999 1.8i-16V engine Z18XE
Engine reliability and common problems:
Mechanically reliable engine, but the engine control unit can cause problems.Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 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 | 1796 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 80.5 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 88.2 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.5 : 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. More service info |
Timing belt change interval | 60,000 km |
Fuel system | Injection |
Opel Vectra 1999 1.8i-16V oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 4.25 litres (4.5 quarts) More service info |
Coolant capacity | 7 litres (7.4 quarts) |
Power | 125 HP ON 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 NM ON 3800 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2000 |
Duration of production | 9 years |
Engine also used on | Opel Astra Opel Zafira Opel Meriva Opel Signum |
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. |
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All Opel Vectra hatchback [1999 - 2002] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Opel Vectra 1999 1.6i
Jan 1999 — Sep 2000 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.6 Petrol | 75 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Vectra 1999 1.6i-16V Dec 1999 — Mai 2002 | 1.6 Petrol | 100 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Vectra 1999 1.6i-16V Dec 1999 — Mai 2002 | 1.6 Petrol | 101 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Opel Vectra 1999 1.8i-16V Dec 1999 — Sep 2000 | 1.8 Petrol | 116 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Vectra 1999 1.8i-16V Dec 1999 — Sep 2000 | 1.8 Petrol | 116 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Opel Vectra 2000 1.8i-16V Sep 2000 — Mai 2002 | 1.8 Petrol | 125 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Vectra 2000 1.8i-16V Sep 2000 — Mai 2002 | 1.8 Petrol | 125 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Opel Vectra 1999 2.0i-16V Dec 1999 — Sep 2000 | 2.0 Petrol | 136 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Vectra 1999 2.0i-16V Dec 1999 — Sep 2000 | 2.0 Petrol | 136 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Opel Vectra 1999 2.0 Di-16V
Dec 1999 — Sep 2000 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 82 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Vectra 1999 2.0 DTi-16V
Dec 1999 — Mai 2002 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
2.0 Diesel | 100 HP | 6.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Vectra 2000 2.2i-16V Sep 2000 — Mai 2002 | 2.2 Petrol | 147 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Vectra 2000 2.2i-16V Sep 2000 — Mai 2002 | 2.2 Petrol | 147 HP | 9.1 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Opel Vectra 2000 2.2 DTi-16V
Sep 2000 — Mai 2002 Most powerfull diesel version (125 HP) |
2.2 Diesel | 125 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Vectra 1999 2.5i-V6
Dec 1999 — Mai 2002 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.5 seconds |
2.5 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Vectra 1999 2.5i-V6
Dec 1999 — Mai 2002 Most powerfull petrol version (170 HP) |
2.5 Petrol | 170 HP | 10.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) |