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Opel Insignia A

The initial generation of the Opel Insignia, with the G09 body type, underwent production in Germany and Canada spanning from 2008 to 2017. The Russian variant was manufactured at the Avtotor facility in Kaliningrad between 2011 and 2015. This particular model utilizes the GM Epsilon II platform, which it shares with the Buick LaCrosse and Chevrolet Malibu.

The car was equipped with engines:

Opel Insignia A

Common Features
Engine Power220 HP
Torque350 NM
Acceleration to 100 km/h7.6 seconds
Max speed235 km/h
City consumption12.1 liters
Combustion on the road6.2 liters
Mixed expenditure8.4 liters
Fuel tank capacity70 liters
Loaded weight1615 kg
Full weight2135 kg
Load520 kg
Trunk volume500 liters
Common dimensions
Overall Length4830 / 4908 mm *
Width1856 (2084) mm
Height1498 / 1520 mm *
Distance axis2737 mm
Front belt circle1585 mm
Rear wheels1587 mm
Overall ground clearance160 / 180 mm *
Min. turning radius5.7 m
Number of doors | seats4, 5 | 5
Tire size225/55 R17

Overview and Common Failures

The pre-facelift version, available in sedan, liftback, and wagon body styles, was offered from 2008 to 2013. It provided a variety of engine options, including petrol and diesel variants. Some of them included:

Petrol variants:

  • 1.6-liter A16XER with 115 hp and 155 Nm torque, paired with a 6-speed manual transmission M32.
  • 1.6-liter A16LET with 180 hp and 230 Nm torque, paired with a 6-speed manual transmission M32.
  • 2.0-liter A20NHT with 220 hp and 350 Nm torque, paired with a 6-speed manual transmission F40.

Diesel variants:

  • 2.0-liter A20DTL with 110 hp and 260 Nm torque, paired with a 6-speed manual transmission M32.
  • 2.0-liter A20DTJ with 131 hp and 300 Nm torque, paired with a 6-speed manual transmission M32.

After the facelift, the version in the same body shapes was sold from 2013 to 2017. The updated engine lineup included:

Petrol variants:

  • 1.6-liter A16XHT with 170 hp and 260 Nm torque, paired with a 6-speed manual transmission M32.
  • 2.0-liter A20NFT with 250 hp and 400 Nm torque, paired with a 6-speed manual transmission F40.

Diesel variants:

  • 2.0-liter A20DTC with 120 hp and 300 Nm torque, paired with a 6-speed manual transmission M32.
  • 2.0-liter A20DTH with 163 hp and 350 Nm torque, paired with a 6-speed manual transmission F40.

Additionally, European versions of the model received a new engine lineup compliant with Euro 6 standards.

Among the drawbacks of the Opel Insignia, owners note limited space in the rear seats, small exterior mirrors, a cramped trunk, and high fuel consumption. Additionally, there may be unpleasant noises in the cabin, ineffective heating in severe cold, ergonomic shortcomings in the cabin, and unsatisfactory paint quality.

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