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Opel Frontera A 2.5 TDS (115 Hp) 4x4
Overall Rating
6.3 / 10
A Overview:
Opel Frontera (A). With 260 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1920 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 16.8 s). The top speed reaches 150 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Safety Rating
Not rated
Euro NCAP Year
N/A
Adult Occupant
N/A
Stars
N/A
Expert Note:
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.
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.
2.5 TDS (115 Hp) 4x4 Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A strong diesel option, offering a good balance of power and torque for both on-road and off-road demands.
Fuel Economy
Excellent fuel economy for a 4x4 SUV, making it the most efficient choice in the lineup.
Best Use Case:
Long-distance travel, towing, off-road adventures
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(2024: July, 2024 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Opel |
| Model: | Frontera |
| Generation: | A |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 TDS (115 Hp) 4x4 |
| Start of production: | May, 1996 |
| End of production: | June, 1998 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 115 Hp @ 3600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 46 Hp/l [307mm more] |
| Torque: | 260 Nm @ 1800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | VM41B More details about the engine VM41B |
| Engine displacement: | 2499 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Valvetrain: | OHV |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.3 l |
| Coolant: | 8.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 92 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 94 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 21:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.2 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 2 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 16.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 16.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 150 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 16.7 kg/Hp, 59.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.4 kg/Nm, 135.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 16 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1920 |
| Max. weight: | 2600 |
| Max load: | 680 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1720 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 540 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4692 mm mm [307mm more] |
| Width: | 1764 mm mm [31mm less] |
| Height: | 1753 mm mm [118mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2760 mm mm [90mm 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 |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 235/70 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 7J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Torsion |
| Rear suspension | Rigid axle suspension |
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