Opel Kadett
The Opel Kadett is a hatchback, wagon, sedan and convertible model, produced 1979–1993, spanning 19 generations with 566 variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Generations covered include the Kadett (1989-1991), Kadett Caravan (1989-1991), Kadett (1989-1991) and Kadett (1989-1991). Body styles across the Kadett lineage span hatchback, wagon, sedan and convertible, reflecting different market positions throughout production. The Kadett (1984-1989) generation is the most extensively documented, with 68 variants across engine options, transmissions, and trim levels. Each variant page provides engine displacement, power in HP and kW, 0–100 km/h acceleration, top speed, fuel consumption, CO₂ emissions, dimensions, and list price at launch.
Choose your Kadett generation.
How many generations does the Opel Kadett have?
The Opel Kadett has 19 generations with 566 total variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Each generation has its own page listing all variants with engine specs, performance figures, and consumption data.
What years was the Opel Kadett produced?
The Opel Kadett has been produced 1979–1993. Throughout this period the model evolved across multiple generations, each introducing new engine options, body styles, and technology upgrades.
What body type is the Opel Kadett?
The Opel Kadett is available as Hatchback, Wagon, Sedan, Convertible. These body styles reflect the different market positions and use cases the model has served across its production history.
Kadett (1989-1991)
Kadett Caravan (1989-1991)
Kadett (1989-1991)
Kadett (1989-1991)
Kadett Caravan (1989-1991)
Kadett Cabrio (1988-1993)
Kadett (1985-1989)
Kadett Caravan (1984-1989)
Kadett (1984-1989)
Kadett Caravan (1984-1989)
Kadett (1984-1989)
Kadett Caravan (1984-1989)
Kadett Caravan (1984-1989)
Kadett Combi (1979-1984)
Kadett (1979-1984)
Kadett (1979-1984)
Kadett Combi (1979-1984)
Kadett (1979-1982)
Kadett (1979-1984)
What would this actually cost you?
- Depreciation€4,568
- Fuel / energy€10,500
- Insurance€3,750
- Maintenance€3,000
- Road tax€1,600
Estimate only — insurance, maintenance and road tax are generic figures, not a quote for your car or country. Fuel/energy uses EU-average prices.
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Opel Kadett: names by market
This model has been sold under different names across markets — same car, different badge or nameplate.
- Astra
- Bedford Astra
- Bedford Astramax
- Buick OpelUnited States
- Chevrolet Chevette
- Chevrolet Ipanema
- Chevrolet Kadett
- Daewoo LeMans/Racer/Cielo/Nexia
- Daewoo Maepsy
- GMC Chevette
- Holden Gemini
- IDA Opel Kadett
- Isuzu Gemini
- K 180
- Monza
- Passport Optima
- Pontiac LeMansUnited States
- Vauxhall Astra
- Vauxhall Astra (United Kingdom), Bedford Astra
- Vauxhall Belmont
- Vauxhall ChevetteUnited Kingdom
How performance changed across generations
| Generation | Power | 0–100 km/h | Variants | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kadett (1979-1984)1979–1984 | 67 hp | 15.6 s | 26 | €7k–€11k | ★ 3.4 |
| Kadett (1979-1984)1979–1984 | 68 hp | 15.4 s | 27 | €8k–€14k | ★ 3.5 |
| Kadett (1979-1982)1979–1982 | 65 hp | 15.8 s | 24 | €8k–€11k | ★ 3.5 |
| Kadett (1979-1984)1979–1984 | 68 hp | 15.4 s | 27 | €7k–€14k | ★ 3.4 |
| Kadett (1984-1989)1984–1989 | 77 hp | 14.3 s | 60 | €10k–€19k | ★ 3.8 |
| Kadett Caravan (1984-1989)1984–1989 | 77 hp | 15.6 s | 19 | €11k–€16k | ★ 3.5 |
| Kadett (1984-1989)1984–1989 | 77 hp | 14.1 s | 68 | €10k–€19k | ★ 3.6 |
| Kadett Caravan (1984-1989)1984–1989 | 81 hp | 14.6 s | 5 | €11k–€13k | ★ 3.4 |
| Kadett (1989-1991)1989–1991 | 76 hp | 14.2 s | 43 | €11k–€21k | ★ 3.7 |
| Kadett (1989-1991)1989–1991 | 77 hp | 13.9 s | 38 | €10k–€21k | ★ 3.6 |