Opel Vectra 1995 2.0i-16V

Opel Vectra 1995 2.0 petrol description

Hatchback Opel Vectra 1995 2.0i-16V has been produced from November, 1995 to February, 1999. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 136 horsepower on 5600 rpm and torque 185 Nm (Newton metres) on 3200 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 2 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 310 000 and 520 000 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 Vectra 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.25 litres.

Opel Vectra 1995 2.0i-16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Opel Vectra 1995 2.0i-16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 212 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Opel Vectra 1995 2.0i-16V fuel consumption is 9.6 litres per 100km (10.4 km/l), city fuel economy - 13.9 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 620 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 840 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.

With the same engine there is also Opel Vectra version with manual gearbox (Opel Vectra 1995 2.0i-16V MT) available, which is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 1 seconds faster (in 10 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 1 litres per 100 km or 10 % - 8.6 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 1.5 litres per 100 km or 15 % - 8.4 litres per 100 km.
Opel Vectra 1995

Opel Vectra 1995 2.0i-16V technical data

Model: Opel Vectra 2.0i-16V
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 1995. November ... 1999. February 
Engine: 1998 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 136 HP ON 5600 RPM Torque: 185 NM ON 3200 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (4 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 212 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11.0 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 9.6 (combined) 13.9 (urban) 7.1 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 9.9 l/100km (23.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 60 litres (15.9 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.48m (length) 1.71m (width) 1.43m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.6 meters
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 480 litres
Trunk max capacity: 790 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1820 kg

Opel Vectra 1995 2.0i-16V engine X20XEV

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 310,000 to 520,000 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 1998 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 86 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 86 mm
Compression ratio 10.8 : 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 Injection
Opel Vectra 1995 2.0i-16V oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 4.25 litres (4.5 quarts)
Coolant capacity 7.2 litres (7.6 quarts)
Power 136 HP ON 5600 RPM
Torque 185 NM ON 3200 RPM
Start of production (year) 1994
Duration of production 6 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 1997 onwards.

Engine also used on Opel Astra Opel Omega Opel Calibra

All Opel Vectra hatchback [1995 - 1999] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Opel Vectra 1995 1.6i

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.6 Petrol 75 HP 7.6 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Vectra 1995 1.6i-16V 1.6 Petrol 100 HP 8.0 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Vectra 1995 1.6i-16V 1.6 Petrol 100 HP 9.2 l/100km Automatic (4)
Opel Vectra 1995 1.7 TD Nov 1995 — Nov 1996

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

1.7 Diesel 82 HP 6.3 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Vectra 1995 1.8i-16V 1.8 Petrol 115 HP 9.1 l/100km Automatic (4)
Opel Vectra 1995 1.8i-16V 1.8 Petrol 116 HP 8.4 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Vectra 1995 2.0i-16V 2.0 Petrol 136 HP 8.6 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Vectra 1995 2.0i-16V 2.0 Petrol 136 HP 9.6 l/100km Automatic (4)
Opel Vectra 1996 2.0 Di-16V Nov 1996 — Feb 1999

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 82 HP 5.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Vectra 1997 2.0 DTi-16V Oct 1997 — Feb 1999

Most powerfull diesel version (100 HP)
Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 100 HP 5.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Vectra 1997 2.0 DTi-16V Oct 1997 — Feb 1999

Most powerfull diesel version (100 HP)
Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 100 HP 5.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Vectra 1995 2.5i-V6

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.5 seconds

2.5 Petrol 170 HP 10.1 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Vectra 1995 2.5i-V6

Most powerfull petrol version (170 HP)

2.5 Petrol 170 HP 10.7 l/100km Automatic (4)
Opel Vectra 1995 reviews
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