Technical characteristics of the car (Opel Corsa C)

Technical data is defined according to EU standards. Subject to change. The data in the vehicle registration document always takes precedence over the data in the Operating Instructions.

Note: Depending on the special equipment elements, the data may differ from those given - the relevant information can be obtained from official representatives of Opel.

Engine

See Specifications for Chapter 2.

Transmission

Drive - Front (2WD models)

Manual transmission - 5-speed fully synchronized

AT4 - step with electronic control

Easytronic - 5-speed, with automatic clutch control and gear shift mechanism

Braking system and suspension

Brake system type - Hydraulic, dual-circuit, vacuum-assisted, ABS

Front wheel brakes - Disc (if equipped accordingly - ventilated)

Rear wheel brakes - Disc or drum type

Parking brake drive - Cable, on the rear wheels

Front suspension - Independent, spring, McPherson type, with anti-roll bar

Rear suspension - Semi-independent, torsion bar, with coil springs and, depending on the model, anti-roll bar

Steering

Drive type - Rack and pinion with electric booster

Dynamic characteristics

Maximum speed, km/h

Note: The maximum speed may be developed at no more than half the maximum permissible load. Equipping the vehicle with additional units and assemblies may lead to a decrease in the actual maximum speed developed relative to the given values.

Corsa C

1. Fuel-optimized trim levels

Corsa Combo

Meriva

Fuel consumption, CO₂ emissions (using the Corsa C models as an example)

Since 1996, the regulation 80/1268/EEC, in its latest modification 1999/100/EG, has been in force for determining fuel consumption.

The manual is based on real road conditions: city driving is assessed with a coefficient of 1/3, and outside it: 2/3, taking into account cold starts and acceleration phases. An integral part of the manual is the indication of the mandatory publication of carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions.

Note: The data provided is for reference only. When determining fuel consumption according to standard 1999/100EG, the tare weight of the vehicle, determined according to the same instructions, is taken into account. Equipping the vehicle with additional devices and units leads to a change in weight, which inevitably affects the amount of fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions. The condition and correct installation of tires and wheels has a significant impact on fuel consumption.

Fuel consumption (l/100 km)

CO₂ emissions (g/km)

Tire size and inflation pressure

See also Chapter 1, Section 5.

Note: Not all tyres currently available on the market meet the design requirements of vehicles - please consult with specialists before purchasing new tyres.

Please note: Tyres of sizes 195/45 R 16 and 205/40 R 17 cannot be used as winter tyres! When installing a spare wheel with a summer tyre on a car with winter tyres, the handling of the car may change - replace the spare wheel with a suitable new one at the earliest opportunity!

Air pressure should be checked on cold tires (see Section 27).

Caution: If the air pressure in the tires increases due to heat during a long trip, do not reduce it under any circumstances!

The tire pressure values given are the same for summer and winter tires. The spare tire should always be kept at full load pressure. The tire pressure values for a specific model are also given on the plate located on the inside of the fuel filler cap. In case of discrepancies, follow the instructions on the vehicle plate.

Tire pressure front/rear, bar (1 bar = 100 kPa)

1. Cannot be used in winter conditions
2. Only for winter use

Ensuring the safety of transporting children

Please note: Statistics on road traffic accident fatalities and injuries show that the safest place to install child seats is in the outer rear seats!

Child seat matching chart

IN¹ — Only on models without a front passenger airbag or with a seat occupancy recognition system and an Opel special child seat with transponders. The front passenger seat must be moved back as far as it will go. It must also be equipped with a height adjuster that is set to the highest position, while the upper adjustable seat belt anchor must be lowered to the lowest position.

IN² — Only on models not equipped with side airbags, and also with the seat occupancy recognition system and a special Opel child seat with transponders. The front passenger seat must be moved back as far as it will go. In addition, it must be equipped with a height adjuster that is set to the uppermost position.

U - Universal suitability in combination with a three-anchor seat belt.

+ — For seat with ISO-FIX mounting. When using ISO-FIX mounting, only ISO-FIX child restraint systems approved for this vehicle type must be used.

++ — For branded seats with ISO-FIX mounting. These seats are designed to be installed on Corsa C models only.

Overall dimensions

Weight characteristics

Attention: Failure to comply with standard weight characteristics leads to increased wear of all vehicle units, deterioration of controllability and, in difficult traffic situations, may cause an accident!

The payload of a vehicle is the difference between the gross vehicle weight and the vehicle's unladen weight. The vehicle's payload data is provided on the manufacturer's plate located on the central pillar in the front passenger door opening (see Chapter 1), and in the vehicle registration document.

To determine the mass of the vehicle in running order, it is necessary to add up the values of the corresponding indicators for a specific configuration given in the tables (see tables).

Note: Special equipment increases the vehicle's unladen weight, but reduces the payload.

The total load on the front and rear axles must not exceed the full standard load. For example, if the front axle is loaded with the maximum standard load, then the rear axle can only be loaded to the extent that it does not exceed the full standard weight of the vehicle. In addition, it is not allowed to increase the load on another axle by reducing the load on one axle, exceeding the standard load for that axle.



When using a trailer on Corsa C models when the towing vehicle is fully loaded (taking into account the weight of all passengers) the load on the rear axle should not exceed the standard by more than 45 kg, and the full standard weight of the vehicle - by more than 15 kg. In extreme cases, if these figures are exceeded, the vehicle is allowed to move at a speed of no more than 100 km/h.

Note: If the Rules specify lower speeds when operating a vehicle with a trailer, follow the established requirements.

On Combo and Meriva models, exceeding the standard axle loads is not permitted!

The following indicators are individual depending on the design and configuration of the vehicle and are indicated on the manufacturer's plate (see Chapter "Introduction"):

• Standard gross weight
• Standard front axle load
• Standard load on the rear axle
• Maximum permissible towable load weight

The maximum vertical load on the towing hitch depends on the model and type of towing hitch and is indicated in the accompanying documentation of the vehicle and on the towing hitch plate.

Maximum permissible roof load, kg: 100.

Note: The roof load is made up of the weight of the roof rack and the weight of the cargo.

Vehicle mass in running order (kg) ¹¹

Note: The tables provide data for the basic configuration of models.

3-door hatchback

5-door hatchback

Corsa van

Combo van

Combo Combi/Tour

¹¹ According to EU standards, the unladen weight of a vehicle includes the weight of the vehicle, the weight of the driver (68 kg), the weight of luggage (7 kg) and all liquids (the fuel tank is 90% full).

Weight of heavy additional equipment (kg)

Corsa C

Equipment Elements	Weight
Upper hatch	18
Towing hitch	15
ABS	7
Electric power steering	8
Electric window lifters	5
Side airbags	6
Luggage compartment floor covering	7

Combo

Equipment Elements	Weight
Upper hatch	18
Towing hitch	18
ABS	7
Sliding door	23
Rear swivel glass	9
Removable luggage compartment safety net	8
Permanently installed luggage compartment safety net	10

Mounting dimensions of the towing hitch

Detailed recommendations for operating a vehicle with a towing hitch are provided in Section 32.

The installation dimensions are shown below. All dimensions shown correspond to the trailer towing hitch installed at the factory.

Note: After-sales installation of a towing hitch must be carried out by Opel service station specialists. Before purchasing, consult with the service station about the designs of towing hitches approved for this model.

Corsa C Models (Hatchback)

Combo models

Tightening force of threaded connections, Nm

Wheel bolts - 110