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Opel Frontera A 2.3 TD (100 Hp) 4x4
Overall Rating
A Overview:
Opel Frontera (A). With 215 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.2 l/100km). With a weight of 1785 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 19.3 s). The top speed reaches 147 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Opel Frontera A was produced before Euro NCAP testing became widespread, and thus no official rating is available. Safety features are basic by modern standards.
2.3 TD (100 Hp) 4x4 Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Significantly underpowered, making it very slow and challenging for highway speeds or demanding off-road situations.
Fuel Economy
While offering decent diesel economy, the lack of power makes it feel strained, potentially impacting real-world efficiency.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Robust off-road capability
- • Spacious interior and large boot
- • Range of capable diesel engines
- • Good value on the used market
- • Simple, durable construction
Cons:
- • Dated interior design and materials
- • High fuel consumption for petrol engines
- • Sluggish performance on some petrol variants
- • Limited modern safety features
- • Ride can be firm on-road
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(B Sport: 2001 - December, 2003).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Opel |
| Model: | Frontera |
| Generation: | A |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.3 TD (100 Hp) 4x4 |
| Start of production: | February, 1992 |
| End of production: | February, 1995 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 100 Hp @ 4200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 44.2 Hp/l [424mm more] |
| Torque: | 215 Nm @ 2200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 23DTR More details about the engine 23DTR |
| Engine displacement: | 2260 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.7 l |
| Coolant: | 10.9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 92 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 85 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 23:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.3 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 1 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 19.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 19.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 147 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 17.9 kg/Hp, 56 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.3 kg/Nm, 120.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 18.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1785 |
| Max. weight: | 2550 |
| Max load: | 765 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1570 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 430 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4692 mm mm [424mm more] |
| Width: | 1764 mm mm [23mm less] |
| Height: | 1753 mm mm [61mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2760 mm mm [298mm more] |
| Front track: | 1455 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1460 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 230 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Worm-reduction unit |
| Tires size | 235/70 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 7J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Torsion |
| Rear suspension | Rigid axle suspension |
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