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Opel Omega B (facelift 1999) 3.0i V6 (211 Hp)
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Opel Omega:
The Opel Omega is an executive car engineered and manufactured by German automaker Opel between 1986 and 2003. The first generation, the Omega A , superseded the Opel Rekord. It was voted European Car of the Year for 1987, and was available as a saloon or estate. The second generation, the Omega B, was manufactured from 1994 to 2003.
Rebadged variants of the Omega were marketed worldwide, including in North America as the Cadillac Catera, in Great Britain as the Vauxhall Omega, and South America as the Chevrolet Omega. As with the Rekord which preceded it, re-engineered versions of the Omega were manufactured in Australia from 1988 as the Holden Commodore since 1999. Commodore-based cars were in turn exported to South America as the Chevrolet Omega and to the Middle East as the Chevrolet Lumina....(Read more on Wikipedia)
B (facelift 1999) Overview:
Opel Omega (B (facelift 1999)). With 270 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1605 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.5 s). The top speed reaches 243 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.0i V6 (211 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
With the manual gearbox, this V6 delivers strong, engaging performance, making the Omega surprisingly quick and responsive.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption is high, as expected from a powerful V6, but it offers a rewarding driving experience for the cost.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and comfortable interior, ideal for long journeys.
- • Wide range of engines, from economical diesels to powerful V6s and V8s.
- • Excellent ride quality, soaking up road imperfections.
- • Good value on the used market, offering executive comfort for less.
Cons:
- • Dated interior design compared to some rivals.
- • Some engines can be thirsty, especially the larger petrol V6s and V8.
- • Rear-wheel drive can be challenging in adverse weather for some drivers.
- • Safety rating (3-star Euro NCAP) was average for its time and quickly surpassed.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(B (facelift 1999): July, 2001 - June, 2003).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Opel |
| Model: | Omega |
| Generation: | B (facelift 1999) |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0i V6 (211 Hp) |
| Start of production: | October, 1999 |
| End of production: | November, 2000 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 211 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 71.2 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 270 Nm @ 3400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | X30XE More details about the engine X30XE |
| Engine displacement: | 2962 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.75 l |
| Coolant: | 9.7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 85 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 15.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.1 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 243 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.6 kg/Hp, 131.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.9 kg/Nm, 168.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1605 |
| Max. weight: | 2170 |
| Max load: | 565 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 830 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 530 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 75 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4898 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1776 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1455 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2730 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1514 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1528 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 140 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Worm-reduction unit |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 225/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 7J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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