This 2.5 MT (170 hp) engine was fitted in the B Hatchback, which was produced by Opel from 1995 to 1999. In addition to this engine, 11 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.
| Maximum torque | 230Nm |
|---|---|
| Engine type | Gasoline |
| Displacement | 2498cm3 |
| Engine power | 170bhp |
| RPM at max power | to 5 800RPM |
| Injection type | Multi-point injection |
| Cylinder layout | V-type |
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore | 81.6mm |
| Stroke | 79.6mm |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| RPM at max torque | 3200RPM |
| Body type | Hatchback |
|---|---|
| Seats | 5 |
| Length | 4477mm |
| Width | 1707mm |
| Height | 1428mm |
| Wheelbase | 2640mm |
| Front track | 1484mm |
| Rear track | 1470mm |
| Ground clearance | 140mm |
| Max. boot capacity | 790litre |
| Min. boot capacity | 500litre |
| Kerb weight | 1430kg |
| Gross weight | 1860kg |
| Permitted road-train weight | 3360kg |
| Fuel | 95 RON |
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| Top speed | 230km/h |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 8.5second |
| Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km | 9.9litre |
| Fuel tank capacity | 60litre |
| City fuel consumption per 100 km | 13.8litre |
| Highway fuel consumption per 100 km | 7.6litre |
| Cruising range | from 430 to 790km |
| Emission standard | EURO II |
| Front suspension | Independent, MacPherson Struts, On triangular wishbones |
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| Rear suspension | Independent, Multi wishbone, Spring |
| Front brakes | Ventilated disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Gearbox | Manual |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
| Drive wheels | Front-wheel drive |
| Turning circle | 10.6m |
| City | 16.6 litres / 100km |
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| Highway | 9.1 litres / 100km |
| Average | 11.9 litres / 100km |
Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.