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OPEL Vectra B Saloon (J96) cars: technical specifications, versions and trim levels

Opel Vectra B 36_ cars are the second generation of mid-size 5-seat saloons, which debuted at the 1995 International Motor Show in Frankfurt am Main and were produced till 2002. The model had good sales in Europe, particularly, in Germany: 140,964 copies of this vehicle were sold in 1997 alone. One of its main advantages – fuel-efficient yet dynamic engines. In our online shop, you will find a wide selection of components for these and other cars, regardless of their production year. Sign up to our newsletter so as to get information about the latest promotions and be able to buy spare parts for Opel Vectra B 36_ always at the best price.

Technical specifications of Opel Vectra B 36_

Opel Vectra (1995–2002) saloon was 4,477 mm long, 1,707 mm wide and 1,428 mm high. Its luggage compartment capacity varied between 480 and 790 litres, depending on whether the rear seatbacks were folded. Road clearance reached 140 mm. Just as more expensive models, like the Opel Omega, the vehicle could boast independent front and rear suspensions, and brake discs on all wheels.

Main versions

About 30 versions of Opel Vectra B 36_ were produced during the production time: 10 petrol and 3 diesel ones – before the 1999 facelift, 15 petrol and 3 diesel ones – after it.

The diesel version 2.2 DTI MT demonstrated balanced characteristics. It had a turbocharged engine with an intercooler and Common Rail fuel injection system. The 125 hp power unit produced a torque of 270 N⋅m. Almost 2-ton saloon needed only 10.5 seconds to reach 100 km/h. It was able to move at 207 km/h. The loading capacity of this version was 455 kg. It used a timing chain instead of a belt. This significantly improved the reliability of the unit and increased its servicing intervals. Direct fuel injection, turbocharger and intercooler allowed reducing the fuel consumption significantly. On the average, it was 9 litres per 100 km in the urban cycle, 5 litres – in the extra-urban cycle, 6.5 litres – in the combined cycle.

Trim levels of Vectra B 36_

Apart from basic, several other trim levels were offered for Opel Vectra B 36_ saloons: BelAir and Beauty, Club, Elegance, CD, Sport, CD Exclusive, CDX and Comfort. A wide list of options was available for each of them.

With the Sport trim level, the saloon could boast 16-inch low-profile tyres, multi-spoke wheels, sports suspension that allows lowering the body by 30 mm, sports seats with leather trimming.

Optional equipment included front and rear power windows, air conditioner or climate control, trip computer, CD-player, cruise control, a navigation system, heated seats, xenon headlights, heated power mirrors. The interior could be trimmed with fabric or leather. Inserts made of natural wood or titanium were often used as decorations.