Opel’s product offensive Opel’s product offensive
The Main Changes
The Main Changes for the 2001 Model Year
for the 2001 Model Year
New models: Four car-lines added to the model range New models: Four car-lines added to the model range•
• Agila: First microvan from a Agila: First microvan from a European manufactureEuropean manufacturer r •
• Corsa: Grown-up new generation of a worldwide bestseller Corsa: Grown-up new generation of a worldwide bestseller •
• Speedster: Lightweight mid-engined sports car Speedster: Lightweight mid-engined sports car •
• Vivaro: Stylish new van and people carrier Vivaro: Stylish new van and people carrier
Innovation: More than 20 improved diesel and
Innovation: More than 20 improved diesel and gasoline enginesgasoline engines
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• 2.2-liter aluminum engine for Astra, Zafira and Vectra2.2-liter aluminum engine for Astra, Zafira and Vectra •
• Astra Eco 4 Astra Eco 4 with best-in-class fuel consumptionwith best-in-class fuel consumption •
• Zafira: 100 hp DTI dieselZafira: 100 hp DTI diesel •
• Astra Coupé: 190 hp turbocharged 2.0-liter engine and standard ESPAstra Coupé: 190 hp turbocharged 2.0-liter engine and standard ESP •
• Vectra: Larger V6 (2.6-liter) and 2.2-liter tVectra: Larger V6 (2.6-liter) and 2.2-liter turbodieurbodiesel (92 kW/125 sel (92 kW/125 hp)hp) •
• Omega: 3.2 V6 with Omega: 3.2 V6 with 218 hp, 2.2-liter (88 218 hp, 2.2-liter (88 kW/120 hp) direct-injection turbodiesekW/120 hp) direct-injection turbodiesell •
• Variable turbine geometry (VTG) on 2.2 16V Variable turbine geometry (VTG) on 2.2 16V turbodieseturbodiesel for l for Vectra and OmegaVectra and Omega •
• Frontera: 3.2 V6 engine also in Frontera: 3.2 V6 engine also in short-wheeshort-wheelbase Frontera Sport RSlbase Frontera Sport RS •
• Movano: New engines with greater economy, 16’ wheels with four Movano: New engines with greater economy, 16’ wheels with four disc brakesdisc brakes •
• Oil change and inspection intervals extended to 30,000 kilometersOil change and inspection intervals extended to 30,000 kilometers
New equipment: infotainment, sport and luxury packages New equipment: infotainment, sport and luxury packages
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• Astra with attractive sport packageAstra with attractive sport package •
• New audio equipment with integrated fNew audio equipment with integrated four-CD changer, navigation system andour-CD changer, navigation system and
hands-free GSM telephone hands-free GSM telephone
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• Solar-Protect windshieSolar-Protect windshield for ld for low interior temperatureslow interior temperatures •
October 2000 October 2000
Opel keeps the pressure on in 2001 Opel keeps the pressure on in 2001
New models, More Powerful Engines, Lower Emissions, Better
New models, More Powerful Engines, Lower Emissions, Better Equipment
Equipment
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• ECOTEC: New gasoline engines – almost all comply with Euro 4 emission limitsECOTEC: New gasoline engines – almost all comply with Euro 4 emission limits •
• Diesels: Stronger, optimized direct-injection engines with four-valves per cylinder Diesels: Stronger, optimized direct-injection engines with four-valves per cylinder •
• Service: Inspection intervals doubled to Service: Inspection intervals doubled to 30,000 kilometers30,000 kilometers •
• Infotainment: High-end in-car Infotainment: High-end in-car communicaticommunicationsons
Rüsselshei
Rüsselsheim. m. Entering the new model yeEntering the new model year, Opel is more innovative than ever.ar, Opel is more innovative than ever. Following the Agila, the first
Following the Agila, the first microvan from a European manufacturer, the all-new,microvan from a European manufacturer, the all-new, third generation of the best selling Corsa is about to go on sale
third generation of the best selling Corsa is about to go on sale throughouthroughout Europe.t Europe. Opel´s thoroughbre
Opel´s thoroughbred two-seat sports car, the Speedster, is hot d two-seat sports car, the Speedster, is hot on its tail. Thenon its tail. Then there is the Vivaro, a new, strikingly styled van range in the
there is the Vivaro, a new, strikingly styled van range in the popular category up topopular category up to 2.8 tonnes gross vehicle weight. The
2.8 tonnes gross vehicle weight. The Vivaro celebrated its world premiere at theVivaro celebrated its world premiere at the Frankfurt Motor Show on September 21.
Frankfurt Motor Show on September 21.
Every model in
Every model in the range benefits the range benefits from significant model-year-2000 upgrades.from significant model-year-2000 upgrades. There are more powerful diesel engines for
There are more powerful diesel engines for the Zafira, Vectra, Omega, and the Zafira, Vectra, Omega, and MovanoMovano product programs and nearly
product programs and nearly every gasoline engine has received every gasoline engine has received additionaadditional power,l power, coupled with a further reduction in
coupled with a further reduction in emissions: the majority comply with the stemissions: the majority comply with the strictrict Euro 4 emission standard. The ultra-modern 2.2-liter aluminum engine that has Euro 4 emission standard. The ultra-modern 2.2-liter aluminum engine that has already been introduced with the Astra Coupé, will
already been introduced with the Astra Coupé, will also be available in the also be available in the Astra,Astra, Zafira, and Vectra in the new model year. This 108-kW /
Zafira, and Vectra in the new model year. This 108-kW / 147-hp power unit with four 147-hp power unit with four valves per cylinder also gives the
valves per cylinder also gives the Opel Speedster its excellent road performance.Opel Speedster its excellent road performance. The coupé will have a
The coupé will have a new 190-hp turbocharged engine as its top-of-the-line power new 190-hp turbocharged engine as its top-of-the-line power train. And in the Vectra and Omega model lines, a new 2.6-liter V6
train. And in the Vectra and Omega model lines, a new 2.6-liter V6 provides aprovides a power boost while Omega drivers can also choose a new 3.2 V6 as of spring 2001. power boost while Omega drivers can also choose a new 3.2 V6 as of spring 2001. The extension of inspection intervals to 30,000
The extension of inspection intervals to 30,000 kilometers is another major stepkilometers is another major step forward for most Opel
Infotainment: High-end in-car communcations systems Infotainment: High-end in-car communcations systems
The introduction of more state-of-the-art infotainment systems stands out
The introduction of more state-of-the-art infotainment systems stands out as a highlightas a highlight among the numerous equipment upgrades and
among the numerous equipment upgrades and new option packages. The new option packages. The double-DINdouble-DIN format, top-of-the-range NCDC 2015 system, for instance, consists of
format, top-of-the-range NCDC 2015 system, for instance, consists of a high-qualitya high-quality audio unit (4 x 20 watts) with a
audio unit (4 x 20 watts) with a four-disc CD changer, the latest navigation system andfour-disc CD changer, the latest navigation system and a GSM telephone with hands-free microphone. This system is
a GSM telephone with hands-free microphone. This system is available in both theavailable in both the Omega and the new Corsa. Thanks to a 32-bit processor, routes are calculated and Omega and the new Corsa. Thanks to a 32-bit processor, routes are calculated and maps displayed fast on the
maps displayed fast on the color monitor (optional alternative to monochrome monitor).color monitor (optional alternative to monochrome monitor). In the Astra, Astra Coupé and Zafira, buyers can select
In the Astra, Astra Coupé and Zafira, buyers can select the NCDR 1100 audio andthe NCDR 1100 audio and navigation system which also incorporates a four-disc CD changer. The NCDR 1500 is navigation system which also incorporates a four-disc CD changer. The NCDR 1500 is available as an option for the Astra, Astra Coupé and Vectra. The Vectra´s list of available as an option for the Astra, Astra Coupé and Vectra. The Vectra´s list of options also includes the NCDC 1500 unit which
options also includes the NCDC 1500 unit which features an integrated GSM telephonefeatures an integrated GSM telephone a hands-free microphone. Both units are supported by
a hands-free microphone. Both units are supported by a 32-bit processor and area 32-bit processor and are available with an optional color monitor. Every navigation system features acoustic available with an optional color monitor. Every navigation system features acoustic route guidance to complement the display and steering-wheel remote controls are, of route guidance to complement the display and steering-wheel remote controls are, of course, standard with every unit.
course, standard with every unit.
Astra: The “Eco 4” sets new
Astra: The “Eco 4” sets new fuel consumption standardsfuel consumption standards
Europe’s best-selli
Europe’s best-selling nameplate has a ng nameplate has a new offspring, the “Astra new offspring, the “Astra Eco 4,” a Eco 4,” a ‘four-liter’‘four-liter’ sedan. This super fuel-saver is based on the Astra 1.7 DTI
sedan. This super fuel-saver is based on the Astra 1.7 DTI 16V, with the same16V, with the same rated power output of 55 kW /
rated power output of 55 kW / 75 hp. It owes its 75 hp. It owes its low fuel consumption to the eco-low fuel consumption to the eco-nomical direct-inj
nomical direct-injection diesel engine on the one hand and, on the other, to ection diesel engine on the one hand and, on the other, to thethe combination of high gear ratios that
combination of high gear ratios that help to keep engine speeds down and help to keep engine speeds down and variousvarious carefully thought-out aerodynamic improvemen
carefully thought-out aerodynamic improvements. Size ts. Size 175/80 low-friction tires175/80 low-friction tires complete the Astra Eco 4 package. It consumes just 4.4 liters per
complete the Astra Eco 4 package. It consumes just 4.4 liters per 100 kilometers100 kilometers (MVEG standard), that is 0.4 liters of
(MVEG standard), that is 0.4 liters of diesel less than the entry-level model. And atdiesel less than the entry-level model. And at Opel, economy does not mean
Opel, economy does not mean sacrifice! With its generous interior space andsacrifice! With its generous interior space and comprehens
comprehensive safety and ive safety and equipmenequipment package, the t package, the Eco 4 is Eco 4 is a fully fledged familya fully fledged family car. Options include an electrically operated sliding sunroof, power front windows, car. Options include an electrically operated sliding sunroof, power front windows, electric exterior mirrors, central
The new top-of-the-line power plant for t
The new top-of-the-line power plant for the Astra is he Astra is the 2.2-liter aluminum enginethe 2.2-liter aluminum engine developin
developing 108 kW / g 108 kW / 147 hp, which accelerates Opel´s compact to 214 km/h.147 hp, which accelerates Opel´s compact to 214 km/h. The other gasoline engines in the
The other gasoline engines in the Astra range are also more Astra range are also more powerful and “cleaner”powerful and “cleaner” now, and all of them comply with the Euro 4
now, and all of them comply with the Euro 4 exhaust emission limits. Along withexhaust emission limits. Along with these extensive improvements, it was also possible increase power output: these extensive improvements, it was also possible increase power output: The 1.2-liter unit was boosted to 55 kW /
The 1.2-liter unit was boosted to 55 kW / 75 hp, the 1.6-liter version is now rated at75 hp, the 1.6-liter version is now rated at 62 kW / 85 hp, and the 1.8 16V at 92 kW / 125 hp.
62 kW / 85 hp, and the 1.8 16V at 92 kW / 125 hp.
The Astra line-up includes two new
The Astra line-up includes two new equipmenequipment packages. For t packages. For enthusiasts, there is aenthusiasts, there is a “Sport” package, which – besides special sport suspension –
“Sport” package, which – besides special sport suspension – includes sport seatsincludes sport seats and a leather-covered steering wheel. For the
and a leather-covered steering wheel. For the station wagon, Opel has put station wagon, Opel has put together together the “Trail” package. It consists of a t
the “Trail” package. It consists of a tow bar, manual ride-heighow bar, manual ride-height control, and cruiset control, and cruise control. All models are now available with power windows, a height-adjustable sport control. All models are now available with power windows, a height-adjustable sport seat can be ordered for the front passenger and the new selection of body colors is seat can be ordered for the front passenger and the new selection of body colors is appealin
appealing to g to the eye: Aruba blue, the eye: Aruba blue, Maize yellow, Krypton green, Jade green, BaroloMaize yellow, Krypton green, Jade green, Barolo red and Petrol blue.
red and Petrol blue.
The Astra’s choice of infotainment products has been extended, too. New in the The Astra’s choice of infotainment products has been extended, too. New in the Astra, the
Astra, the NCDR 1100 combined audio/navigation system with four-CD NCDR 1100 combined audio/navigation system with four-CD changer changer combines five functions: radio, CD player, a
combines five functions: radio, CD player, a state-of-the-art navigatiostate-of-the-art navigation system tn system thathat responds to traffic congestion reports with
responds to traffic congestion reports with its TMC (Traffic Message Channel)its TMC (Traffic Message Channel) function, an in-car computer and Check Control. A
function, an in-car computer and Check Control. A 32-bit processor speeds up32-bit processor speeds up route-finding and the display of maps without delay
route-finding and the display of maps without delay on the color monitor, on the color monitor, which iswhich is now offered for the first time in
now offered for the first time in the Astra as an alternative to a the Astra as an alternative to a black-and-wblack-and-whitehite display. In addition to all this, the NCDR 1500 features a GSM hands-free display. In addition to all this, the NCDR 1500 features a GSM hands-free
carphone. The CDR 500 audio equipment has been upgraded by adding a CD box. carphone. The CDR 500 audio equipment has been upgraded by adding a CD box.
Zafira: more powerful engines and new equipment
Zafira: more powerful engines and new equipment packagespackages
More power is the name of the game for
More power is the name of the game for the Zafira in the 2001 model year: The 1.8-the Zafira in the 2001 model year: The 1.8-liter gasoline engine now delivers 92 kW / 125 hp; the new 2.2-1.8-liter, 16V aluminum liter gasoline engine now delivers 92 kW / 125 hp; the new 2.2-liter, 16V aluminum engine an even more vigorous 108 kW/147
engine an even more vigorous 108 kW/147 hp. The 2.2 hp. The 2.2 16V accelerates the roomy16V accelerates the roomy compact van from a standstill to 100 km/h in
compact van from a standstill to 100 km/h in just ten seconds. Nonetheless, MVEGjust ten seconds. Nonetheless, MVEG fuel consumption – at 8.9 liters per 100 kilometers – is still
fuel consumption – at 8.9 liters per 100 kilometers – is still very favorable.very favorable. An electronic stability program (ESP) is availabl
An electronic stability program (ESP) is available for the e for the Zafira with both the 2.2 andZafira with both the 2.2 and 1.8-liter engines. Both these Zafiras are
1.8-liter engines. Both these Zafiras are available with manual-shiavailable with manual-shift gearbox or ft gearbox or automatic transmission and with a sports package, and
automatic transmission and with a sports package, and comply with the Euro 4comply with the Euro 4 exhaust emission limits.
exhaust emission limits.
More power is also provided for those who choose the diesel-powered Zafira. The More power is also provided for those who choose the diesel-powered Zafira. The 74 kW
74 kW / 100-hp, 2.0-liter turbo-charged diesel engine with / 100-hp, 2.0-liter turbo-charged diesel engine with charge-air intercoolingcharge-air intercooling replaces the previous 60 kW / 82 hp power unit. Despite the performance increase replaces the previous 60 kW / 82 hp power unit. Despite the performance increase and a respectable 45 Nm gain in torque (now 230 Nm), the standard-test fuel and a respectable 45 Nm gain in torque (now 230 Nm), the standard-test fuel consumption of 6.6 liters per 100 kilometers shows that the Zafira DTI does not consumption of 6.6 liters per 100 kilometers shows that the Zafira DTI does not require more fuel than its predecessor.
require more fuel than its predecessor.
Zafira drivers also keep cool t
Zafira drivers also keep cool thanks to the ‘Solar hanks to the ‘Solar Protect’ windshieldProtect’ windshield, which is, which is offered in combination with the air-conditioning (standard equipment in the offered in combination with the air-conditioning (standard equipment in the “Elegance”). The extremely thin film between two layers
“Elegance”). The extremely thin film between two layers of laminated safety glassof laminated safety glass reduces the heat passing through this
reduces the heat passing through this windshiwindshield by eld by around 50 percent. Other newaround 50 percent. Other new features: the fully folding front-passenger’
features: the fully folding front-passenger’s seat back, so far s seat back, so far only supplied in the toponly supplied in the top “Elegance” version, will be standard in the
“Elegance” version, will be standard in the “Comfort” version of the Zafira. “Comfort” version of the Zafira. ThisThis makes the unique Flex 7
makes the unique Flex 7 system in Opel’s multivariable compact vans even moresystem in Opel’s multivariable compact vans even more versatile, since even particularly long loads can now be
versatile, since even particularly long loads can now be fitted into the fitted into the loading area.loading area.
The Zafira
The Zafira special-equspecial-equipment packages have been ipment packages have been revised. The “Selection” linerevised. The “Selection” line now has a
now has a leather-covereleather-covered steering wheel and a d steering wheel and a chrome strip on the chrome strip on the radiator grille.radiator grille. The Selection 2 package now includes the
The Selection 2 package now includes the Solar-Protect windshiSolar-Protect windshield and Solar-eld and Solar-Protect heat-insulating windo
front bumper, a headlight cleaning system, heated front
front bumper, a headlight cleaning system, heated front seats and now footwellseats and now footwell heating for the second and third row of seats as
heating for the second and third row of seats as well.well.
There’s something new for the eyes
There’s something new for the eyes and for the and for the ears: the NCDR combined audioears: the NCDR combined audio and navigation unit, like the CDR
and navigation unit, like the CDR 600 radio/cassette player, has a four-CD changer,600 radio/cassette player, has a four-CD changer, and this will also be available as an extra item for the CCRT 700 in the 2001 model and this will also be available as an extra item for the CCRT 700 in the 2001 model year. Zafiras from this
year. Zafiras from this model year will be easily identifiable externally by the model year will be easily identifiable externally by the newnew selection of body colors: Aruba blue,
selection of body colors: Aruba blue, Maize yellow, Krypton green, Jade green,Maize yellow, Krypton green, Jade green, Barolo red and Petrol blue.
Barolo red and Petrol blue.
Astra Coupé: Powerful turbo rounds off the top of the range Astra Coupé: Powerful turbo rounds off the top of the range
Opel´s new Astra Coupé will be available from November 2000 with the 140-kW / Opel´s new Astra Coupé will be available from November 2000 with the 140-kW / 190-hp, 2.0-liter turbo-charged engine. This top-level power
190-hp, 2.0-liter turbo-charged engine. This top-level power unit accelerates thisunit accelerates this four-seat model from a standstill to 100 km/h in just 7.5
four-seat model from a standstill to 100 km/h in just 7.5 seconds and on to a topseconds and on to a top speed of 245 km/h – with an
speed of 245 km/h – with an MVEG fuel consumption of just 8.9 liters pro 100MVEG fuel consumption of just 8.9 liters pro 100 kilometers! The 1.8-liter power unit now delivers 92
kilometers! The 1.8-liter power unit now delivers 92 kW/125 hp and takes kW/125 hp and takes the coupéthe coupé from zero to 100 km/h in
from zero to 100 km/h in 9.5 seconds. The turbo engine and the 2.2-liter (1089.5 seconds. The turbo engine and the 2.2-liter (108 kW/147 hp) both comply with the Euro 4 exhaust emission limits. ESP is standard kW/147 hp) both comply with the Euro 4 exhaust emission limits. ESP is standard with the Turbo and available as an option with the other two engines. With
with the Turbo and available as an option with the other two engines. With immediate effect, all versions of t
immediate effect, all versions of the Astra Coupé feature dark-glass rear lights he Astra Coupé feature dark-glass rear lights andand a chrome trim strip on the trunk
a chrome trim strip on the trunk lid. The choice of infotainment systems for Opel´slid. The choice of infotainment systems for Opel´s stylish coupé has also been extended.
stylish coupé has also been extended.
Vectra: Engine program renewed and equipment upgraded Vectra: Engine program renewed and equipment upgraded
The multitude of improvements to t
The multitude of improvements to the mid-size Vectra is particularly conspicuous.he mid-size Vectra is particularly conspicuous. They include a revised engine program, with more
They include a revised engine program, with more power and/or torque in everypower and/or torque in every case except for the 1.6-liter entry-level unit, which remains at 74 kW / 100 hp. case except for the 1.6-liter entry-level unit, which remains at 74 kW / 100 hp. TheThe 1.8-liter engine is now rated at 92 kW /
1.8-liter engine is now rated at 92 kW / 125 hp. The previous 2.0-liter unit is125 hp. The previous 2.0-liter unit is
replaced by the 2.2-liter light alloy engine that develops 108 kW / 147 hp. The new replaced by the 2.2-liter light alloy engine that develops 108 kW / 147 hp. The new 2.6-liter V6 rounds off the program for this model. Like its predecessor it has a 2.6-liter V6 rounds off the program for this model. Like its predecessor it has a ratedrated output of 125 kW /
In addition to the
In addition to the turbo-charged 74-kW / 100-hp, 2.0-liter direct-injection dieselturbo-charged 74-kW / 100-hp, 2.0-liter direct-injection diesel (maximum torque: 230 Nm) the Vectra is now also available with the even more (maximum torque: 230 Nm) the Vectra is now also available with the even more powerful 2.2-liter direct-injection turbo diesel. Its
powerful 2.2-liter direct-injection turbo diesel. Its turbochargeturbocharger features r features variablevariable turbine geometry (VTG). This unit is rated at 92 kW
turbine geometry (VTG). This unit is rated at 92 kW / 125 hp and reaches its/ 125 hp and reaches its maximum torque of 270 Nm with the crankshaft turning at only 1500 rpm. The maximum torque of 270 Nm with the crankshaft turning at only 1500 rpm. The Vectra 2.2 DTI 16V’s top speed is 207 km/h. The
Vectra 2.2 DTI 16V’s top speed is 207 km/h. The sedan sprints from a standstill tosedan sprints from a standstill to 100 km/h in just
100 km/h in just 10.5 seconds (wagon: 11.0). Despite such vigorous performance,10.5 seconds (wagon: 11.0). Despite such vigorous performance, the Vectra 2.2 DTI 16V is
the Vectra 2.2 DTI 16V is content with just 6.5 liters of diesel per 100 kilometerscontent with just 6.5 liters of diesel per 100 kilometers according to the MVEG
according to the MVEG standard test (wagon: 6.6).standard test (wagon: 6.6).
All the Vectra’s equipment and trim lines benefit from a major upgrade for the 2001 All the Vectra’s equipment and trim lines benefit from a major upgrade for the 2001 model year. Even the
model year. Even the entry-level model, for example, has three head restraints andentry-level model, for example, has three head restraints and three lap-and-shoul
three lap-and-shoulder seatbelts for tder seatbelts for the rear seats. As he rear seats. As well as leather upholstery,well as leather upholstery, the “Elegance” package now includes the CCR 600 radio
the “Elegance” package now includes the CCR 600 radio with four-CD changer, awith four-CD changer, a height-adju
height-adjustable front stable front passenger’passenger’s seat s seat and a and a ‘Solar-Pro‘Solar-Protect’ windshield, which hastect’ windshield, which has an extremely thin interference film between the
an extremely thin interference film between the layers of laminated safety glass.layers of laminated safety glass. This lowers the amount of heat reaching the interior of the car
This lowers the amount of heat reaching the interior of the car by about 50 percent.by about 50 percent.
The Vectra “Sport” package, which will be
The Vectra “Sport” package, which will be available in December, has been com-available in December, has been com-pletely revised. Outside the car there is a new bumper with integrated fog lights at pletely revised. Outside the car there is a new bumper with integrated fog lights at the front, and sport exhaust tailpipes at the rear. The
the front, and sport exhaust tailpipes at the rear. The air intakes in the bumper andair intakes in the bumper and the radiator grille have a
the radiator grille have a special honeycospecial honeycomb structure, and mb structure, and the five-spoke, 17-inchthe five-spoke, 17-inch alloy wheels are shod with 215/45 R 17 Dunlop SP 9000 tires. Inside, the driver sits alloy wheels are shod with 215/45 R 17 Dunlop SP 9000 tires. Inside, the driver sits behind a three-spoke, leather-covered steering wheel on a sport seat
behind a three-spoke, leather-covered steering wheel on a sport seat with leather with leather upholstery for the side bolsters and “Checkers” cloth for the seat surface and back upholstery for the side bolsters and “Checkers” cloth for the seat surface and back panels. Of course, the
panels. Of course, the “Sport” and “Elegance” packages still include such practical“Sport” and “Elegance” packages still include such practical extras as air
extras as air conditioniconditioning and an ng and an in-car computer with Check Control system.in-car computer with Check Control system.
Rounding off the extensive improvemen
Rounding off the extensive improvements to the 2001 Vectra, tts to the 2001 Vectra, there is a newhere is a new selection of body colors and a
selection of body colors and a comprehencomprehensive range of sive range of infotainmeninfotainment systems.t systems. These include the NCDR 1100 with CD-changer and the
These include the NCDR 1100 with CD-changer and the NCDR 1500 with anNCDR 1500 with an integrated, hands-free carphone.
Omega: Refined equipment, new 2.2 DTI and new V6 Omega: Refined equipment, new 2.2 DTI and new V6
The Opel Omega starts
The Opel Omega starts the 2001 model year with a the 2001 model year with a fully revised engine line-up,fully revised engine line-up, attractive equipment, and new colors. One of the highlights is the new 2.2 DTI 16V attractive equipment, and new colors. One of the highlights is the new 2.2 DTI 16V turbo diesel with direct injection and four
turbo diesel with direct injection and four valves per cylinder. The new power unitvalves per cylinder. The new power unit has a turbocharger with variable turbine geometry (VTG),
has a turbocharger with variable turbine geometry (VTG), a power output of a power output of 88 kW/120 hp and a maximum torque of 280 Nm.
88 kW/120 hp and a maximum torque of 280 Nm. Servotronic poweServotronic power steering isr steering is available as an optional extra. Equally new is
available as an optional extra. Equally new is the 2.6 V6 the 2.6 V6 engine, which developsengine, which develops 132 kW/180 hp and has a maximum torque of 240 Nm.
132 kW/180 hp and has a maximum torque of 240 Nm. Also new next spring: aAlso new next spring: a 3.2 V6 with 160kW / 218hp and maximum torque of 290 Nm
3.2 V6 with 160kW / 218hp and maximum torque of 290 Nm will be availablewill be available exclusivel
exclusively with y with automatic transmissionautomatic transmission. The . The V6 models now also have ventilatedV6 models now also have ventilated brake disks at the rear.
brake disks at the rear.
For the new
For the new model year, the Omega’s equipment list has model year, the Omega’s equipment list has been extended evenbeen extended even further. As an
further. As an alternative to the radio with alternative to the radio with integrated telephoneintegrated telephone, Opel´s range-topper , Opel´s range-topper can now be supplied with an
can now be supplied with an installation kit for a installation kit for a voice control telephone including avoice control telephone including a Siemens C35 cell phone. The NCDC 2015, t
Siemens C35 cell phone. The NCDC 2015, the new top model in he new top model in Opel’sOpel’s infotainment progra
infotainment program, is available as an option for every Omega. It m, is available as an option for every Omega. It combines acombines a high-end audio system (RDS radio with TMC), an
high-end audio system (RDS radio with TMC), an integrated four-CD changer, theintegrated four-CD changer, the latest navigation system and a G
latest navigation system and a GSM telephone. Steering wheel remote controls areSM telephone. Steering wheel remote controls are of course included. The in-car computer receives its
of course included. The in-car computer receives its commands via menus on thecommands via menus on the monitor that is located
monitor that is located in an ergonomically favorable position on the dashboard (ain an ergonomically favorable position on the dashboard (a color monitor is available as an
color monitor is available as an option). Further improvements include a 12-voltoption). Further improvements include a 12-volt socket at the rear (in place of
socket at the rear (in place of the cigarette lighter) and white indicator lights. Thethe cigarette lighter) and white indicator lights. The equipment list includes the Solar-Protect windshield
equipment list includes the Solar-Protect windshield, which , which helps to maintain ahelps to maintain a pleasant interior climate, and the Parkpilot.
pleasant interior climate, and the Parkpilot.
At the
At the “Elegance“Elegance” equipment level, new seat ” equipment level, new seat fabrics and designs add to tfabrics and designs add to the high-he high-quality interior ambience. The new “Design Edition” equipment package is offered quality interior ambience. The new “Design Edition” equipment package is offered for both the sedan and station wagon models. It is based on
for both the sedan and station wagon models. It is based on the “Elegance” version,the “Elegance” version, and adds 17-inch alloy wheels, a body-colored radiator grille, and leather upholstery and adds 17-inch alloy wheels, a body-colored radiator grille, and leather upholstery and trim in
décor, a Solar-Protect windshield, floor mats with t
décor, a Solar-Protect windshield, floor mats with t he Opel emblem and the he Opel emblem and the CCRCCR 2006 with cassette deck and
2006 with cassette deck and four-CD changer. The “Design Edition” is alsofour-CD changer. The “Design Edition” is also
equipped with passenger seat occupancy detection (“smart airbag”) as a standard equipped with passenger seat occupancy detection (“smart airbag”) as a standard feature.
feature.
Frontera: Powerful V6 engine now with both
Frontera: Powerful V6 engine now with both body stylesbody styles
The powerful 3.2-liter V6 is
The powerful 3.2-liter V6 is now available in the short-wheelbase Frontera, too. Thenow available in the short-wheelbase Frontera, too. The 151-kW / 205-hp unit powers the Frontera “Sport RS” and the Frontera “Sport
151-kW / 205-hp unit powers the Frontera “Sport RS” and the Frontera “Sport Classic” with leather upholstery and a winter package. All
Classic” with leather upholstery and a winter package. All Frontera variants haveFrontera variants have received equipmen
received equipment upgrades. For t upgrades. For instance, even the entry-level model now hasinstance, even the entry-level model now has the CAR 300 radio/cassette player, and air
the CAR 300 radio/cassette player, and air conditioninconditioning is g is standard for thestandard for the “RS/Limited” from the 2001 model year
“RS/Limited” from the 2001 model year on. The long-wheelbase Frontera “Limited”on. The long-wheelbase Frontera “Limited” can be obtained with the NCDR 1100 radio and navigation system, including CD can be obtained with the NCDR 1100 radio and navigation system, including CD changer. The OnStar telematic system is also an option for this version of the changer. The OnStar telematic system is also an option for this version of the Frontera, and an independent
Frontera, and an independent fuel-burning heater can be ordered ex-factory for allfuel-burning heater can be ordered ex-factory for all models. A new body color, Barolo red, is a further attractive alternative.
models. A new body color, Barolo red, is a further attractive alternative.
Movano: T
Movano: Two new body wo new body styles and a powerful DI diesel styles and a powerful DI diesel engineengine
For 2001, the
For 2001, the Movano has been given a new Movano has been given a new 2.2-liter, direct-injectio2.2-liter, direct-injection diesel enginen diesel engine rated at 66 kW /
rated at 66 kW / 90 hp to replace the 2.5-liter unit with 60 kW 90 hp to replace the 2.5-liter unit with 60 kW / 82 hp. The new/ 82 hp. The new turbo-charged engine with common-rail technology develops an impressive 260 turbo-charged engine with common-rail technology develops an impressive 260 NmNm of torque (2.5 D: 155 Nm), accelerates from zero to
of torque (2.5 D: 155 Nm), accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in 22.6 seconds (2.5100 km/h in 22.6 seconds (2.5 D: 30.0 s) and –
D: 30.0 s) and – at 9.0 liters per 100 kilometers (MVEG standard) – consumesat 9.0 liters per 100 kilometers (MVEG standard) – consumes about ten percent less fuel than its predecessor. The brakes have been uprated to about ten percent less fuel than its predecessor. The brakes have been uprated to match the increase in performance: all Movanos now
match the increase in performance: all Movanos now have four disk brakes andhave four disk brakes and 16-inch wheels.
16-inch wheels.
Besides the four basic models for the 2001 model year, there is also chassis cowl, a Besides the four basic models for the 2001 model year, there is also chassis cowl, a minibus with side window
minibus with side windows and up to s and up to nine seats, a chassis with either regular or nine seats, a chassis with either regular or crew cab and a chassis with platform and cowl. All in all, the Movano is even more crew cab and a chassis with platform and cowl. All in all, the Movano is even more suitable than before for all
The equipment list has been extended to include a larger fuel tank with a capacity The equipment list has been extended to include a larger fuel tank with a capacity of 100 liters, a double bench seat for the
of 100 liters, a double bench seat for the passengers, a new instrument panelpassengers, a new instrument panel including a revolution counter and, on van
including a revolution counter and, on van bodies, a partition with a bodies, a partition with a window. A newwindow. A new option is the
option is the winter package with heated seats and a winter package with heated seats and a headlamp cleaniheadlamp cleaning system; anng system; an underride guard is offered for installation with the
underride guard is offered for installation with the tipping body.tipping body.
The Combo is one of the smaller commercial vehicles in Opel’s program. For the The Combo is one of the smaller commercial vehicles in Opel’s program. For the 2001 model year it will be available only with the 44 kW / 60 hp 1.7-liter diesel 2001 model year it will be available only with the 44 kW / 60 hp 1.7-liter diesel engine. There are new body colors
engine. There are new body colors (Maize yellow, Barolo red, Breeze blue and(Maize yellow, Barolo red, Breeze blue and Krypton green), and this city delivery van can also be ordered with the NCDR 1100 Krypton green), and this city delivery van can also be ordered with the NCDR 1100 radio and navigation system. Apart from
radio and navigation system. Apart from a standard partition grille and a a standard partition grille and a third brakethird brake light, the 2001 Combo benefits from
light, the 2001 Combo benefits from an increased maximum payload of 634an increased maximum payload of 634 kilograms.
kilograms.
The Astra Van for the 2001 model year is
The Astra Van for the 2001 model year is powered either by the 74 kW / powered either by the 74 kW / 100 hp100 hp 2.0-liter DI diesel (with turbocharger and charge-air intercooler) or, if
2.0-liter DI diesel (with turbocharger and charge-air intercooler) or, if automaticautomatic transmission is chosen, by the 60 kW / 82
transmission is chosen, by the 60 kW / 82 hp direct-injection diesehp direct-injection diesel. It is l. It is alsoalso
available with the 62 kW / 85 hp 1.6-liter engine, which has two valves per cylinder available with the 62 kW / 85 hp 1.6-liter engine, which has two valves per cylinder and is now equipped with multipoint fuel
November 2000 November 2000
Servicing now only every
Servicing now only every 30,000 kilometers30,000 kilometers
Opel Doubles Inspection Intervals
Opel Doubles Inspection Intervals
A major step towards lowering operating costs A major step towards lowering operating costs
For the 2001 model year, Opel has extended the servicing intervals for most of its For the 2001 model year, Opel has extended the servicing intervals for most of its model lines. Owners of the new Agila, Corsa, Astra, Astra Coupé, Zafira, Vectra and model lines. Owners of the new Agila, Corsa, Astra, Astra Coupé, Zafira, Vectra and Omega now only have to take their vehicles in for an inspection every 30,000
Omega now only have to take their vehicles in for an inspection every 30,000 kilometers or once a year. Doubling the oil change intervals applie
kilometers or once a year. Doubling the oil change intervals applies to all of s to all of thesethese models, whether powered by a gasoline or a diesel engine.
models, whether powered by a gasoline or a diesel engine.
“This is a major step forward in our brand strategy, which focuses on affordable “This is a major step forward in our brand strategy, which focuses on affordable ownership as one of its
ownership as one of its key elements!” said Alain Uyttenhoven, Brand Director on tkey elements!” said Alain Uyttenhoven, Brand Director on t hehe Opel Board of Management. The new economies are possible because new engine oil Opel Board of Management. The new economies are possible because new engine oil grades have now been developed in accordance with the ACEA A3/B3-98
grades have now been developed in accordance with the ACEA A3/B3-98 specification
specification, in , in viscosity categories 0W-X, 5W-X and 10W-X. viscosity categories 0W-X, 5W-X and 10W-X. In addition, all the In addition, all the OpelOpel models that benefit from
models that benefit from this change are equipped with brake pad wear this change are equipped with brake pad wear indicators.indicators.
The new extended maintenance intervals do not apply t
The new extended maintenance intervals do not apply t o the Opel o the Opel Speedster, theSpeedster, the Frontera or the commercial vehicles (which are subject t
Frontera or the commercial vehicles (which are subject t o very severe loads). Theo very severe loads). The following table shows the service intervals for these
following table shows the service intervals for these models:models:
Sp
Speeeeddststerer 1 1 yyeaear r /1/15,5,00000 0 kikillomomeetetersrs MMoovavanno o 11.9.9, , 22.8 .8 2 2 yyeaears rs /2/20,0,00000 0 kikillomomeetetersrs C
Coommbboo 1 1 yyeeaar r //1155,,00000 0 kkiilloommeetteerrss MMoovvaanno o 22..55 2 2 yyeeaarrs s //1100,,00000 0 kkiilloommeetteerrss F
Frroonntteerraa 1 1 yyeeaar r //1155,,00000 0 kkiilloommeetteerrss CCaammppoo 1 1 yyeeaar r //7755000 0 kkiilloommeetteerrss Om
November 2000 November 2000
Opel´s 2001 engine strategy Opel´s 2001 engine strategy
More Power and Lower Emissions
More Power and Lower Emissions
High-torque direct-injection turbo diesels charge up the model range High-torque direct-injection turbo diesels charge up the model range
Although they are already among the most
Although they are already among the most economical and efficient in their respectiveeconomical and efficient in their respective classes, Opel’s ECOTEC engines have been comprehensively up-graded for the 2001 classes, Opel’s ECOTEC engines have been comprehensively up-graded for the 2001 model year. The result: even
model year. The result: even lower exhaust emissions and fuel consumption combinedlower exhaust emissions and fuel consumption combined with higher power output and torque. I
with higher power output and torque. In addition, the ultra-modern 2.2-liter, 16-valven addition, the ultra-modern 2.2-liter, 16-valve aluminum engine – which already powers the Astra Coupé and the Speedster – will be aluminum engine – which already powers the Astra Coupé and the Speedster – will be available for the Astra, Zafira
available for the Astra, Zafira and Vectra as well. and Vectra as well. The direct-injectioThe direct-injection turbodieselsn turbodiesels under the hoods of these models have been given a boost, too. The
under the hoods of these models have been given a boost, too. The Vectra and OmegaVectra and Omega feature a new 2.6-liter V6 gasoline unit and the Omega will also be available with a feature a new 2.6-liter V6 gasoline unit and the Omega will also be available with a powerful 3.2 V6 as of spring 2001. Astra Coupé buyers can now opt for
powerful 3.2 V6 as of spring 2001. Astra Coupé buyers can now opt for the new, top-of-the new, top-of-the-range Turbo with 140 kW / 190 hp. Almost all the
the-range Turbo with 140 kW / 190 hp. Almost all the gasoline engingasoline engines for the 2001es for the 2001 model year comply with the strict Euro 4 exhaust emission limits, qualifying them for tax model year comply with the strict Euro 4 exhaust emission limits, qualifying them for tax concessions in many countries.
concessions in many countries.
Another important step forward for 2001:
Another important step forward for 2001: the inspection intervals for almost thethe inspection intervals for almost the complete engine range have been extended to 30,000 kilometers. This
complete engine range have been extended to 30,000 kilometers. This has been madehas been made possible by the use of new grades of lubricating oil in accordance with the ACEA
possible by the use of new grades of lubricating oil in accordance with the ACEA A3/B3-98 specification
A3/B3-98 specification, and , and classified as 0W-X, 5W-X, or classified as 0W-X, 5W-X, or 10W-X according to their 10W-X according to their viscosity. For safety reasons, all
viscosity. For safety reasons, all the Opel models that the Opel models that qualify for these longer servicingqualify for these longer servicing intervals are equipped with a brake pad wear indicator.
The diesel range: modern, direct-injection units with
The diesel range: modern, direct-injection units with higher power outputshigher power outputs
The 2001 engine
The 2001 engine line-up also includes up-graded diesels which provide higher line-up also includes up-graded diesels which provide higher power power and torque while still complying with the
and torque while still complying with the Euro 3 exhaust emission limits.Euro 3 exhaust emission limits.
One of the most innovative highlights in Opel’s 2001 model range is the Astra Eco 4. One of the most innovative highlights in Opel’s 2001 model range is the Astra Eco 4. With fuel consumption of only 4.4 liters per 100 kilometers (MVEG standard), this Astra With fuel consumption of only 4.4 liters per 100 kilometers (MVEG standard), this Astra with its 1.7-liter DI engine is the first
with its 1.7-liter DI engine is the first “four-liter car” in the compact class. The Eco 4“four-liter car” in the compact class. The Eco 4 demonstrates how comfortable family cars with a
demonstrates how comfortable family cars with a high safety standard, ample interior high safety standard, ample interior and good performance figures can still be
and good performance figures can still be exceptionallexceptionally economical. Opel is y economical. Opel is offeringoffering the Astra Eco 4 at
the Astra Eco 4 at very competitive prices and expects it to sell in considerablevery competitive prices and expects it to sell in considerable numbers – with a
numbers – with a correspondincorrespondingly beneficial effect on tgly beneficial effect on the brand’s fleet consumption.he brand’s fleet consumption. The 55 kW /
The 55 kW / 75 hp direct-injection engin75 hp direct-injection engine, also powers the Astra 1.7 DTI e, also powers the Astra 1.7 DTI and the newand the new Corsa 1.7 DTI.
Corsa 1.7 DTI.
There are equally interesting new developments at the other
There are equally interesting new developments at the other end of the end of the performanceperformance scale. In addition to
scale. In addition to further detail work on tfurther detail work on the VP 44 he VP 44 radial-pistoradial-piston injection pump, whichn injection pump, which now delivers fuel at up to 1800 bar to
now delivers fuel at up to 1800 bar to the injectors and operates with pilot or pre-the injectors and operates with pilot or pre-injection, the forced aspiration system on the
injection, the forced aspiration system on the new 2.2-liter engine has also received thenew 2.2-liter engine has also received the engineers’ attentio
engineers’ attention. This is the n. This is the first Opel engine to feature a VTG tfirst Opel engine to feature a VTG turbochargeurbocharger (ar (a turbocharger with variable turbine geometry). The
turbocharger with variable turbine geometry). The vacuum-controlvacuum-controlled guide vanes led guide vanes inin the Garrett GT 18 unit
the Garrett GT 18 unit enable it to obtain maximum energy from the exhaust gas flow.enable it to obtain maximum energy from the exhaust gas flow. In practice, this results
In practice, this results in more rapid response at in more rapid response at all engine speeds. This elaborateall engine speeds. This elaborate system also includes a charge air-intercooler for the
system also includes a charge air-intercooler for the intake air before it intake air before it reaches thereaches the engine. The resulting increase in the density
engine. The resulting increase in the density of the air of the air enables correspondienables correspondingly morengly more fuel to be
fuel to be injected, so that power output injected, so that power output rises. The charge-air intercooler also reducesrises. The charge-air intercooler also reduces the thermal loads on t
the thermal loads on the engine. This powerful turbo diesel has he engine. This powerful turbo diesel has two counter-rotatingtwo counter-rotating balance shafts for
balance shafts for exceptionalexceptionally smooth ly smooth running.running.
In the Vectra, the 2.2-liter DTI 16V
In the Vectra, the 2.2-liter DTI 16V develops 92 kW / 125 hp and generates itsdevelops 92 kW / 125 hp and generates its maximum torque of 270 Nm at an engine speed of only 1500 rpm. With
maximum torque of 270 Nm at an engine speed of only 1500 rpm. With slightly differentslightly different performance data it is also installed in the Omega.
Gasoline engines: Euro 4 classification for almost every powerplant Gasoline engines: Euro 4 classification for almost every powerplant
The significantly improved emission levels achieved by
The significantly improved emission levels achieved by the ECOTEC gasoline enginesthe ECOTEC gasoline engines derive mainly from engine design measures such as new
derive mainly from engine design measures such as new camshafts for modified valvecamshafts for modified valve timing and changes to the
timing and changes to the engine managemenengine management system. Improvements to t system. Improvements to the catalyticthe catalytic converters such as installation very close to
converters such as installation very close to the exhaust manifold, have also loweredthe exhaust manifold, have also lowered these engines’ exhaust emissions by enabling the converters to reach
these engines’ exhaust emissions by enabling the converters to reach their light-off their light-off temperature sooner after a cold start.
temperature sooner after a cold start. The new, 2.2-liter aluminum engine, whichThe new, 2.2-liter aluminum engine, which already complies with the Euro 4
already complies with the Euro 4 standard, also uses a starting standard, also uses a starting converter.converter.
Bringing the gasoline engines into line with future exhaust
Bringing the gasoline engines into line with future exhaust emission limits involved aemission limits involved a thorough design revision which, in many cases, resulted in
thorough design revision which, in many cases, resulted in higher power output. Anhigher power output. An example of this is the Astra’s 1.6-liter engine, which has been converted from central to example of this is the Astra’s 1.6-liter engine, which has been converted from central to multi-point fuel injection and now has new intake
multi-point fuel injection and now has new intake and exhaust manifolds among other and exhaust manifolds among other improvements
improvements. Its . Its output has gone up from 55 kW / output has gone up from 55 kW / 75 hp to 62 kW / 75 hp to 62 kW / 85 hp. This85 hp. This progress is all the
progress is all the more satisfactory because the Astra 1.6 more satisfactory because the Astra 1.6 16V’s fuel consumption16V’s fuel consumption (MVEG standard) has gone down by 0.2 liter per 100 kilometers to only 7.0 l/100 km. (MVEG standard) has gone down by 0.2 liter per 100 kilometers to only 7.0 l/100 km.
The Astra 1.6 16V is a
The Astra 1.6 16V is a good example of the cumulative effect of reduced exhaustgood example of the cumulative effect of reduced exhaust
emissions. Based on the German sales figures for 2000, and assuming that each Astra emissions. Based on the German sales figures for 2000, and assuming that each Astra 1.6 16V covers 15,000 kilometers annually, the improvements over the
1.6 16V covers 15,000 kilometers annually, the improvements over the previous modelprevious model reduce emissions of hydrocarbons (HC) by more than
reduce emissions of hydrocarbons (HC) by more than 56 and oxides of 56 and oxides of nitrogen (NOnitrogen (NOxx))
by more than 27 tonnes a year. by more than 27 tonnes a year.
Another engine that delivers high performance allied to excellent economy is an
Another engine that delivers high performance allied to excellent economy is an entire- entire-ly new development: the innovative 2.2-liter aluminum engine that had its
ly new development: the innovative 2.2-liter aluminum engine that had its EuropeaEuropeann premiere in the Astra Coupé. This 16-valve unit is now also available in the Astra, premiere in the Astra Coupé. This 16-valve unit is now also available in the Astra, Zafira and Vectra. An ECOTEC unit developing 108 kW / 147 hp, it
Zafira and Vectra. An ECOTEC unit developing 108 kW / 147 hp, it replaces the pre-replaces the pre-vious 2.0 16V with 100 kW /
vious 2.0 16V with 100 kW / 136 hp. The higher power output and the torque of 136 hp. The higher power output and the torque of 203 Nm – 90 percent of which is available at 1900 rpm – result in improved 203 Nm – 90 percent of which is available at 1900 rpm – result in improved perform-ance while at the same time fuel consumption has gone down by a further 0.1 liter ance while at the same time fuel consumption has gone down by a further 0.1 liter per per 100 kilometers to only 8.4 l/100 km. This new aluminum engine, like the Astra’s 1.2-liter 100 kilometers to only 8.4 l/100 km. This new aluminum engine, like the Astra’s 1.2-liter engine, already complies with the Euro 4
Featuring two counter-rotating balance shafts for very smooth
Featuring two counter-rotating balance shafts for very smooth runningrunning, the , the lightweighlightweightt aluminum 2.2-liter four-cylind
aluminum 2.2-liter four-cylinder unit is er unit is the new top-of-the-range engine for the the new top-of-the-range engine for the AstraAstra and Zafira. The Vectra is also available with a 2.6-liter V6. This engine, too, has and Zafira. The Vectra is also available with a 2.6-liter V6. This engine, too, has beenbeen extensively revised: it now develops 125 KW / 170 hp and, with 250 Nm at 3400 rpm, extensively revised: it now develops 125 KW / 170 hp and, with 250 Nm at 3400 rpm, has a higher maximum torque than its 2.5-liter predecessor. The new 2.6-liter V6 is has a higher maximum torque than its 2.5-liter predecessor. The new 2.6-liter V6 is also available in the Omega, where it is rated at 132 kW /
also available in the Omega, where it is rated at 132 kW / 180 hp and offers 240 Nm of 180 hp and offers 240 Nm of torque. In the spring of 2001 the Omega will also be
torque. In the spring of 2001 the Omega will also be availablavailable with a new e with a new 3.2 V6 engine3.2 V6 engine developin
developing 160 kW / g 160 kW / 218 hp and maximum torque of 290 Nm. It will 218 hp and maximum torque of 290 Nm. It will be available withbe available with automatic transmission only.
Spotlight Spotlight
The Euro 3, Euro 4
The Euro 3, Euro 4 and D4 Exhaust Emission Standardsand D4 Exhaust Emission Standards
The Euro 4 and German D4 limits are identical if D4 classification is based on the Euro The Euro 4 and German D4 limits are identical if D4 classification is based on the Euro 3 standard. The earlier D4
3 standard. The earlier D4 standard was based on Euro 2 standard was based on Euro 2 and had marginally stricter and had marginally stricter limits, determined according to the old MVEG-A
limits, determined according to the old MVEG-A test cycle. The ftest cycle. The fundamental differencundamental differencee was that in contrast to the
was that in contrast to the new MVEG-B cycle the test car was allowed to warm up at new MVEG-B cycle the test car was allowed to warm up at idle speed for 40 seconds before the test started, so t
idle speed for 40 seconds before the test started, so t hat its catalytic converter washat its catalytic converter was ready to light off sooner when the actual test period was reached. Euro 4
ready to light off sooner when the actual test period was reached. Euro 4 also calls for also calls for an additional cold-start test at
an additional cold-start test at –7°C.–7°C.
An additional requirement for gasoline engines to qualify for t
An additional requirement for gasoline engines to qualify for t he Euro 3 category is he Euro 3 category is thethe presence of an “On-Board Diagnosis System”. This monitors the
presence of an “On-Board Diagnosis System”. This monitors the electronics of all electronics of all emissions-rel
emissions-relevant components, and reports any system evant components, and reports any system faults by illuminating afaults by illuminating a warning light on the instrument panel. The faults are stored in the control unit’s warning light on the instrument panel. The faults are stored in the control unit’s
memory and can then be analyzed by Opel Service with a suitable diagnostic device. memory and can then be analyzed by Opel Service with a suitable diagnostic device. The “EOBD” (European On Board Diagnosis) requirement is satisfied by
The “EOBD” (European On Board Diagnosis) requirement is satisfied by every Opel every Opel with Euro 3/D4 classification for the
with Euro 3/D4 classification for the 2001 model year, which have the 2001 model year, which have the necessary necessary warning light in the cockpit to inform the driver.
warning light in the cockpit to inform the driver.
Exhaust emission limits for
Exhaust emission limits for gasoline enginesgasoline engines C CO O ((gg//kkmm)) HHC C ((gg//kkmm)) NNOOXX((gg//kkmm)) HHCC++NNOOXX(g/km)(g/km) E Euurroo22** 22..22 -- -- 00..55 E Euurro o 3 3 ((aas s oof f 11..11..22000011)) 22..33 00..22 00..1155 --E Euurro o 4 4 ((aas s oof f 11..11..22000066)) 11..00 00..11 00..0088
--* MVEG-A test cycle * MVEG-A test cycle
Exhaust emission limits for
Exhaust emission limits for diesel enginesdiesel engines C CO O ((gg//kkmm)) NNOOxx((gg//kkmm)) HHCC++NNOOXX((gg//kkmm)) PPaarrttiiccllees s ((gg//kkmm)) E Euurroo22** 11..00 -- 00..99 00..11 E Euurro o 3 3 ((aas s oof f 11..11..22000011)) 00..6644 00..55 00..5566 00..0055 E Euurro o 4 4 ((aas s oof f 11..11..22000066)) 00..55 00..2255 00..33 00..002255
* MVEG-A test cycle * MVEG-A test cycle
Opel Passenger-Car Exhaust Emission Categories Opel Passenger-Car Exhaust Emission Categories
M
Mooddeell OOuuttppuutt kW/hp kW/hp Emission Emission category category C Coodde e nnuummbbeerr EEnnggiinnee type type Transmission Transmission A Aggiilla a 1..010 4433//5588 EEuurro o 44 6622 ZZ1100XXEE 55--ssppeeeedd manual manual A Aggiilla a 1..212 5555//7755 EEuurro o 44 6622 ZZ1122XXEE 55--ssppeeeedd manual manual C Coorrssa a 11..00 4343//5588 EuEurro o 44 6262 ZZ1100XXEE 55--ssppeeeedd manual manual C Coorrssa a 11..22 5555//7755 EuEurro o 44 6262 ZZ1122XXEE 55--ssppeeeedd manual manual C
Coorrssa a 11..22 5555//7755 EuEurro o 44 6262 ZZ1122XXEE EEaassyyttrroonniicc C Coorrssa a 11..44 6666//9900 EuEurro o 44 5353 ZZ1144XXEE 55--ssppeeeedd manual manual C Coorrssa a 11..44 6666//9900 EuEurro o 44 5353 ZZ1144XXEE 44--ssppeeeedd automatic automatic C Coorrssa a 11..88 9292//112255 EEuurro o 44 5533 zz118 8 XeXe 55--ssppeeeedd manual manual C
Coorrssaa11..7 7 DDII 4848//6655 EuEurro o 33 4444 YY1177DDTTLL 55--ssppeeeedd manual manual C
Coorrssa a 11..7 7 DDTTII 5555//7755 EEuurro o 33 4444 YY1177DDTT 55--ssppeeeedd manual manual A Assttrra a 11..22 5555//7755 EEuurro o 44 6622 ZZ1122XXEE 55--ssppeeeedd manual manual A Assttrra a 11..66 6622//8855 EEuurro o 3 3 aannd d DD44 5533 ZZ1166SSEE 55--ssppeeeedd manual manual A Assttrra a 11..66 6622//8855 EEuurro o 3 3 aannd d DD44 5533 ZZ1166SSEE 44--ssppeeeedd automatic automatic A Assttrra a 11..66 7744//110000 EEuurro o 3 3 aannd d DD44 5533 ZZ1166XXEE 55--ssppeeeedd manual manual A Assttrra a 11..66 7744//110000 EEuurro o 3 3 aannd d DD44 5533 ZZ1166XXEE 44--ssppeeeedd automatic automatic
A Assttrra a 11..88 9922//112255 EEuurro o 3 3 aannd d DD44 5533 ZZ1188XXEE 55--ssppeeeedd manual manual A Assttrra a 11..88 9922//112255 EEuurro o 3 3 aannd d DD44 5533 ZZ1188XXEE 44--ssppeeeedd automatic automatic A Assttrra a 22..22 110088//114477 EEuurro o 44 6622 ZZ2222SSEE 55--ssppeeeedd manual manual A Assttrra a 22..22 110088//114477 EEuurro o 44 6622 ZZ2222SSEE 44--ssppeeeedd automatic automatic A
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November 2000 November 2000 Opel Agila
Opel Agila
First Microvan from a European Manufacturer
First Microvan from a European Manufacturer
Attractive, functional design occupying minimum road area Attractive, functional design occupying minimum road areaPlenty of space and
Plenty of space and a highly adaptable interior within remarkably compact overalla highly adaptable interior within remarkably compact overall dimension
dimensions are features of s are features of the Opel Agila. Opel is the first European manufacturer tothe Opel Agila. Opel is the first European manufacturer to enter the rapidly growing microvan market. The very
enter the rapidly growing microvan market. The very affordably priced Agila is notableaffordably priced Agila is notable for its fresh design, for a
for its fresh design, for a body bearing a 12-year anti-perforatiobody bearing a 12-year anti-perforation warranty and for itsn warranty and for its choice of engines: two lively, economical ECOTEC gasoline units, both
choice of engines: two lively, economical ECOTEC gasoline units, both highly efficienthighly efficient and with four valves
and with four valves per cylinder. The 1.0-liter unit develops 43 kW/58 per cylinder. The 1.0-liter unit develops 43 kW/58 hp, the 1.2-liter hp, the 1.2-liter engine 55 kW/75 hp; both
engine 55 kW/75 hp; both already comply with the tough Euro already comply with the tough Euro 4 exhaust emission4 exhaust emission limits that are not scheduled to come into force until 2005.
limits that are not scheduled to come into force until 2005.
The Agila’s styling clearly identifie
The Agila’s styling clearly identifies it as s it as a member of the Opel family and alsoa member of the Opel family and also emphasizes its high functional efficiency as urban transport. By
emphasizes its high functional efficiency as urban transport. By the end of the end of October October 2000, Opel had received around 55,000 European orders for its new microvan. The 2000, Opel had received around 55,000 European orders for its new microvan. The amount of space inside the
amount of space inside the multi-talented Agila is particularly impressivemulti-talented Agila is particularly impressive. Although only. Although only 3.50 meters long (the width is 1.62 m,
3.50 meters long (the width is 1.62 m, the height 1.66 m) and with a 2.36-meter the height 1.66 m) and with a 2.36-meter wheelbas
wheelbase, it e, it has four comfortable and easily accessible seats and has four comfortable and easily accessible seats and a load area holdinga load area holding 240 liters (VDA standard test); this can easily be enlarged to a total capacity of
240 liters (VDA standard test); this can easily be enlarged to a total capacity of 12501250 liters. Operating a folding mechanism for the rear seat, which is split 50:50, exposes a liters. Operating a folding mechanism for the rear seat, which is split 50:50, exposes a flat load platform in a matter of
flat load platform in a matter of seconds. Thanks to the large tailgate that opens to aseconds. Thanks to the large tailgate that opens to a wide angle and the low
wide angle and the low loading edge (655 millimeters from the ground), even large andloading edge (655 millimeters from the ground), even large and bulky objects are easy to carry in the Agila. The
bulky objects are easy to carry in the Agila. The efficient space utilizatioefficient space utilization of thisn of this microvan, which was developed by Opel jointly with t
microvan, which was developed by Opel jointly with t he Japanese manufacturer he Japanese manufacturer Suzuki, is enhanced by a
Suzuki, is enhanced by a number of useful storage spaces on number of useful storage spaces on the dashboard, drawersthe dashboard, drawers under the front seats, cup holders, front and rear door bins and f
under the front seats, cup holders, front and rear door bins and f abric bags on the frontabric bags on the front seat backs.
The Agila’s highly functional interior comes with a
The Agila’s highly functional interior comes with a choice of three interior colors chosenchoice of three interior colors chosen to match the total of
to match the total of ten body paint finishes and create a cheerful, welcomingten body paint finishes and create a cheerful, welcoming atmosphere. The high seat position with an
atmosphere. The high seat position with an agreeable amounagreeable amount of t of headroom and theheadroom and the large window areas all round add to the sense of spaciousness and give the driver an large window areas all round add to the sense of spaciousness and give the driver an excellent view of the
excellent view of the traffic situation outside. The Agila’s rear-seat passengers benefittraffic situation outside. The Agila’s rear-seat passengers benefit equally from this and have ample space on a seat that is
equally from this and have ample space on a seat that is raised ten centimeters higher raised ten centimeters higher than the front seats.
than the front seats.
Three Equipment Lines and a High
Three Equipment Lines and a High Standard of SafetyStandard of Safety
In addition to the
In addition to the basic version, the Agila is basic version, the Agila is available in “Comfort” and “Elegance”available in “Comfort” and “Elegance” versions. The basic specification already includes such useful items as electric
versions. The basic specification already includes such useful items as electric power power steering, a split, folding rear
steering, a split, folding rear seat, a triple seat, a triple information displainformation display, electric remote-controly, electric remote-control outside mirrors, a carpet-lined load area and a
outside mirrors, a carpet-lined load area and a radio installation kit with roof antennaradio installation kit with roof antenna and loudspeakers. The “sport” package includes a chrome grille surround, leather gear and loudspeakers. The “sport” package includes a chrome grille surround, leather gear knob and aluminum-look center console. A very full
knob and aluminum-look center console. A very full safety equipment specification is tosafety equipment specification is to be found in all versions of the Agila, starting with the
be found in all versions of the Agila, starting with the rigid occupant cell with siderigid occupant cell with side intrusion protection and including full-size airbags for the driver and
intrusion protection and including full-size airbags for the driver and front passenger front passenger and front seat belt tensioners and force limiters. In case of a
and front seat belt tensioners and force limiters. In case of a severe frontal impact, thesevere frontal impact, the pedals release, thus reducing the risk of injury to the driver’s feet and lower legs (pedal pedals release, thus reducing the risk of injury to the driver’s feet and lower legs (pedal release system). As an optional extra, a safety net to
release system). As an optional extra, a safety net to separate the load area from theseparate the load area from the remainder of the interior can be installed. The two rear seats can be equipped with remainder of the interior can be installed. The two rear seats can be equipped with Opel Fix anchor points to
Opel Fix anchor points to install the corresponding child’s seats.install the corresponding child’s seats.
The safe, agile and
The safe, agile and comfortable suspensicomfortable suspension has settings chosen by on has settings chosen by Opel’s engineersOpel’s engineers to ensure neutral cornering and harmonious ride quality. The
to ensure neutral cornering and harmonious ride quality. The Agila is the onlyAgila is the only representative of its class to
representative of its class to have the additional stability of 14-inch wheels (with have the additional stability of 14-inch wheels (with 155/65155/65 R 14 tires). Many of the
R 14 tires). Many of the Agila’s advantagAgila’s advantages are particularly evident in urban areas: thees are particularly evident in urban areas: the short body overhangs and the tight turning circle of only 9.95 meters make it highly short body overhangs and the tight turning circle of only 9.95 meters make it highly maneuverabl
maneuverable and capable of e and capable of parking in very restricted spaces. The parking in very restricted spaces. The electric power electric power steering makes a major contribution to this by reducing the amount of effort needed at steering makes a major contribution to this by reducing the amount of effort needed at the steering wheel; it also
