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Opel Frontera B 2.2 i (136 Hp) 4x4
Overall Rating
B Overview:
Opel Frontera (B). With 202 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1722 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 13.4 s). The top speed reaches 161 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 B was not officially tested by Euro NCAP. As a vehicle from the late 90s/early 2000s, its passive safety features would be rudimentary compared to modern standards, likely offering basic protection.
2.2 i (136 Hp) 4x4 Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The petrol 2.2i offers smoother power delivery and slightly better acceleration than the diesels, making it feel more refined on-road.
Fuel Economy
Petrol consumption will be notably higher than the diesel variants, making it less economical for high mileage users.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Capable off-road performance for its class
- • Spacious interior and large boot capacity
- • Robust and durable chassis
- • Good value on the used market
- • Choice of economical diesel or powerful V6 engines
Cons:
- • Refinement levels are lower than some competitors
- • Diesel engines can be noisy and unrefined
- • High fuel consumption for petrol V6 models
- • Outdated interior design and materials
- • Limited advanced safety features
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(A: May, 1996 - June, 1998).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Opel |
| Model: | Frontera |
| Generation: | B |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.2 i (136 Hp) 4x4 |
| Start of production: | November, 1998 |
| End of production: | December, 2003 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 136 Hp @ 5200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 61.9 Hp/l [34mm less] |
| Torque: | 202 Nm @ 2600 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | X22SE, Y22SE More details about the engine X22SE, Y22SE |
| Engine displacement: | 2198 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| 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: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 7.2 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 94.6 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 14.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.4 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 161 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.7 kg/Hp, 79 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.5 kg/Nm, 117.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1722 |
| Max. weight: | 2400 |
| Max load: | 678 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1790 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 389 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 75 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4658 mm mm [34mm less] |
| Width: | 1814 mm mm [50mm more] |
| Height: | 1740 mm mm [13mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2702 mm mm [58mm less] |
| Front track: | 1515 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1520 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Worm-reduction unit |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 235/75 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Torsion |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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