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Opel Kadett 1.8 E GT/E

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Top 8% of 3,913 hatchback petrol models in this price class.

HatchbackPetrolManualFWDYear 1983
115
Horsepower · 85 kW
9.5s
0–100 km/h
187
km/h top speed
8.1
l/100 km
€13,920
List price at launch · 1983

The Opel Kadett 1.8 E GT/E is a hatchback powered by a petrol engine delivering 115 hp (85 kW).

Updated Aug 2026 · Data curated by Cars-Data.com

Opel Kadett 1.8 E GT/E at a glance

Performance

It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.5 s and reaches a top speed of 187 km/h. Power is routed through a front-wheel-drive layout via a manual gearbox.

Efficiency & range

Fuel efficiency stands at 8.1 l/100 km combined.

Generation & history

This variant was introduced in 1983 as part of the Opel Kadett generation, and sits alongside 25 other variants in this generation. It is both the most powerful and the quickest-accelerating variant of this generation.

Full specifications — including engine displacement, transmission type, dimensions, weight, and historical list price — are available on the specifications page.

Quick answers
What is the engine power of the Opel Kadett 1.8 E GT/E?

The Opel Kadett 1.8 E GT/E produces 115 hp (85 kW).

How fast does the Opel Kadett 1.8 E GT/E accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h?

The Opel Kadett 1.8 E GT/E accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.5 seconds.

What is the top speed of the Opel Kadett 1.8 E GT/E?

The top speed of the Opel Kadett 1.8 E GT/E is 187 km/h.

What is the fuel consumption of the Opel Kadett 1.8 E GT/E?

The Opel Kadett 1.8 E GT/E has a combined fuel consumption of 8.1 l/100 km.

What transmission does the Opel Kadett 1.8 E GT/E have?

The Opel Kadett 1.8 E GT/E is equipped with a Manual transmission.

Is the Opel Kadett 1.8 E GT/E front, rear, or all-wheel drive?

The Opel Kadett 1.8 E GT/E sends power through the FWD drivetrain.

What is the engine size of the Opel Kadett 1.8 E GT/E?

The Opel Kadett 1.8 E GT/E has a 1,796 cc engine with 4 cylinders.

What is the torque of the Opel Kadett 1.8 E GT/E?

The Opel Kadett 1.8 E GT/E produces 151 Nm of torque.

When was the Opel Kadett 1.8 E GT/E introduced?

The Opel Kadett 1.8 E GT/E was introduced in 1983.