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Opel Agila I 1.0 12V (58 Hp)
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Opel Agila:
The Opel Agila is a city car marketed under the German marque Opel from 2000 to 2014, as a rebadged variant of the Suzuki Wagon R+ and the Suzuki Splash. It has been marketed under the Vauxhall marque in the United Kingdom.
Its first generation was classified as a city car, whereas the second generation is a mini MPV, and the car was replaced in March 2015 by the Opel Karl, which is known as the Vauxhall Viva in the United Kingdom. @media all and }@media all and body. skin-vector-2022. mw-parser-output. tocleft. mw-parser-output. tocleft-clear-both. mw-parser-output. tocleft-clear-none}....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Overview:
Opel Agila (I). With 85 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.5 l/100km). Weighing only 940 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 18 s). The top speed reaches 142 km/h. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Opel Agila I achieved a 3-star Euro NCAP rating for adult occupant protection in 2000. While acceptable for its time, it reflects safety standards that are significantly less stringent than today's.
1.0 12V (58 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
This entry-level engine is significantly underpowered, making acceleration sluggish and highway driving a challenge. Best suited for strictly urban use.
Fuel Economy
Offers decent fuel economy for a small petrol, but the lack of power often means working the engine harder, potentially negating some of its efficiency benefits.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent urban maneuverability due to compact size and good visibility.
- • Surprisingly spacious and practical interior for its footprint.
- • Affordable to buy and run, especially the diesel variants.
- • Reliable mechanicals, benefiting from Suzuki's engineering.
- • High seating position offers easy entry/exit and a commanding view.
Cons:
- • Limited performance, particularly with the smaller petrol engines.
- • Basic interior materials and design.
- • Dated safety features compared to modern vehicles.
- • Noticeable road and wind noise at higher speeds.
- • Ride comfort can be firm on rougher roads.
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Opel |
| Model: | Agila |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.0 12V (58 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2000 |
| End of production: | 2004 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 58 Hp @ 5600 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 59.6 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 85 Nm @ 3800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Z10XE |
| Engine displacement: | 973 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3 l |
| Coolant: | 4.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 72.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 78.6 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 7.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 18 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 18 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 142 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 16.2 kg/Hp, 61.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 11.1 kg/Nm, 90.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 17.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 940 |
| Max. weight: | 1325 |
| Max load: | 385 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 595 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 250 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 41 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3500 mm mm |
| Width: | 1620 mm mm |
| Height: | 1700 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2360 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1420 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1390 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 155/55 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 4.5J X 14 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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