Opel Manta
The Opel Manta is a coupe model, produced 1975–1989, spanning 4 generations with 56 variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Generations covered include the Manta CC (1982-1989), Manta (1982-1989), Manta CC (1978-1982) and Manta (1975-1982). The Manta CC (1978-1982) generation is the most extensively documented, with 17 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 Manta generation.
How many generations does the Opel Manta have?
The Opel Manta has 4 generations with 56 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 Manta produced?
The Opel Manta has been produced 1975–1989. 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 Manta?
The Opel Manta is available as Coupe. These body styles reflect the different market positions and use cases the model has served across its production history.
What would this actually cost you?
- Depreciation€4,670
- 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.
Main rivals
Same class — see how they stack up.
Opel Manta: names by market
This model has been sold under different names across markets — same car, different badge or nameplate.
- 1900 Sport CoupéUnited States1971–1972
- Vauxhall Cavalier Sports Hatch and CoupeUnited Kingdom
How performance changed across generations
| Generation | Power | 0–100 km/h | Variants | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manta (1975-1982)1975–1982 | 91 hp | 12.2 s | 17 | €9k–€12k | ★ 3.1 |
| Manta CC (1978-1982)1978–1982 | 91 hp | 12.2 s | 17 | €10k–€13k | ★ 3.1 |
| Manta CC (1982-1989)1982–1989 | 96 hp | 11.8 s | 11 | €11k–€17k | ★ 3.2 |
| Manta (1982-1989)1982–1989 | 96 hp | 11.7 s | 11 | €10k–€17k | ★ 3.3 |