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Opel Vectra 1.6-16V Essentia

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SedanPetrolManualFWDYear 2005G
100
Horsepower · 74 kW
12.5s
0–100 km/h
192
km/h top speed
7.2
l/100 km

The Opel Vectra 1.6-16V Essentia is a sedan powered by a petrol engine delivering 100 hp (74 kW).

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

Performance

It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 12.5 s and reaches a top speed of 192 km/h. Drive is routed to the front-wheel-drive axle via a manual.

Efficiency & range

Fuel efficiency stands at 7.2 l/100 km combined, CO₂ emissions of 173 g/km.

Generation & history

This variant was introduced in 2005 as part of the Opel Vectra Facelift 2005 (2005-2009) generation, and sits alongside 45 other variants in 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 Vectra 1.6-16V Essentia?

The Opel Vectra 1.6-16V Essentia produces 100 hp (74 kW).

How fast does the Opel Vectra 1.6-16V Essentia accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h?

The Opel Vectra 1.6-16V Essentia accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 12.5 seconds.

What is the top speed of the Opel Vectra 1.6-16V Essentia?

The top speed of the Opel Vectra 1.6-16V Essentia is 192 km/h.

What is the fuel consumption of the Opel Vectra 1.6-16V Essentia?

The Opel Vectra 1.6-16V Essentia has a combined fuel consumption of 7.2 l/100 km.

What are the CO₂ emissions of the Opel Vectra 1.6-16V Essentia?

The Opel Vectra 1.6-16V Essentia emits 173 g/km of CO₂.

What transmission does the Opel Vectra 1.6-16V Essentia have?

The Opel Vectra 1.6-16V Essentia is equipped with a Manual transmission.

Is the Opel Vectra 1.6-16V Essentia front, rear, or all-wheel drive?

The Opel Vectra 1.6-16V Essentia sends power through the FWD drivetrain.

What is the engine size of the Opel Vectra 1.6-16V Essentia?

The Opel Vectra 1.6-16V Essentia has a 1,598 cc engine with 4 cylinders.

What is the torque of the Opel Vectra 1.6-16V Essentia?

The Opel Vectra 1.6-16V Essentia produces 150 Nm of torque.

When was the Opel Vectra 1.6-16V Essentia introduced?

The Opel Vectra 1.6-16V Essentia was introduced in 2005.

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