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Opel Corsa B

The second generation of the Opel Corsa, featuring the S93 body style, underwent production in Germany and Spain from 1993 to 2000, catering to various international markets. Additionally, it underwent local assembly in Brazil, Mexico, and China. Built upon the GM4200 platform, this hatchback shared its base with comparable models like Combo B and Tigra A. Expanding the Corsa lineage, we also encounter the X01 (2000 - 2006) and S07 (2006 - 2014) variants.

The car was equipped with engines:

Opel Corsa B

Common Features
Engine Power54 HP
Torque82 NM
Acceleration to 100 km/h18.0 seconds
Max speed150 km/h
City consumption7.5 liters
Combustion on the road4.7 liters
Mixed expenditure6.0 liters
Fuel tank capacity46 liters
Loaded weight890 kg
Full weight1390 kg
Load500 kg
Trunk volume260 (1050) liters
Common dimensions
Overall Length3741 mm
Width1610 (1768) mm
Height1420 mm
Distance axis2443 mm
Front belt circle1387 mm
Rear wheels1388 mm
Overall ground clearance136 mm
Number of doors | seats3, 5 | 5
Min. turning radius5.15 m
Tire size165/70 R13

Overview and Common Failures

Before the restyling, the 3 and 5-door hatchback version of the model was sold from 1993 to 1997. During this period, the car was offered with various petrol and diesel engines, equipped with both manual and automatic transmissions.

The petrol modifications included the following engines:

  • 1.2 L C12NZ: 45 hp, 88 Nm, 5-speed manual transmission F10
  • 1.4 L C14NZ: 60 hp, 103 Nm, 5-speed manual transmission F13
  • 1.4 L C14NZ: 60 hp, 103 Nm, 4-speed automatic transmission AF13
  • 1.4 L C14SE: 82 hp, 114 Nm, 5-speed manual transmission F13
  • 1.6 L C16XE: 109 hp, 150 Nm, 5-speed manual transmission F15

The diesel versions included:

  • 1.5 L 15D: 50 hp, 90 Nm, 5-speed manual transmission F13
  • 1.5 L 15DT: 67 hp, 132 Nm, 5-speed manual transmission F13
  • 1.7 L 17D: 60 hp, 108 Nm, 5-speed manual transmission F13

In 1994, there was a significant change in the lineup of petrol engines, but the diesel options remained the same. Changes affected models such as X12SZ, X14SZ, and X16XE.

Finally, in 1996, there was an update in the lineup of diesel engines, represented by models X15DT and X17D.

After the restyling, from 1997 to 2000, the model offered an updated range of petrol engines, while the diesel variants remained unchanged.

The petrol modifications included:

  • 1.0 L X10XE: 54 hp, 82 Nm, 5-speed manual transmission F13
  • 1.2 L X12SZ: 45 hp, 88 Nm, 5-speed manual transmission F13
  • 1.2 L X12XE: 65 hp, 110 Nm, 5-speed manual transmission F13
  • 1.2 L X12XE: 65 hp, 110 Nm, 4-speed automatic transmission AF13
  • 1.4 L X14SZ: 60 hp, 103 Nm, 5-speed manual transmission F13
  • 1.4 L X14SZ: 60 hp, 103 Nm, 4-speed automatic transmission AF13
  • 1.4 L X14XE: 90 hp, 125 Nm, 5-speed manual transmission F13
  • 1.4 L X14XE: 90 hp, 125 Nm, 4-speed automatic transmission AF13
  • 1.6 L X16XE: 106 hp, 148 Nm, 5-speed manual transmission F17

The diesel modifications remained the same:

  • 1.5 L X15DT: 67 hp, 132 Nm, 5-speed manual transmission F13
  • 1.7 L X17D: 60 hp, 112 Nm, 5-speed manual transmission F13

Faults

Problems with the Opel Corsa second generation are quite rare. One of the rare issues is the sticking of the pistons in the front brake cylinders. Additionally, occasional problems such as unreliable front bumper mounting and premature thermostat failure may occur. Other isolated issues include a weak right tie rod end, longitudinal play in the right driveshaft, and periodic airbag error occurrences.

Cars from the Corsa lineup