Opel Insignia 2.0 CDTI (118 kW) Edition
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The Insignia had to be different from the Vectra if Opel wanted to play a more prominent role in the upper middle class. The Germans were fortunate enough to have a nicely designed product, reminiscent of a four-door coupe on the side, and a low yarn with flowing lines that happily merge into fenders in the back (this does not resemble a boring Vectra sedan shelf) with padded and protruding fenders. Opel exceeded the 4-meter limit. The body is adorned with chrome accents and the side cutouts are part of Opel's blade design philosophy.
The daytime running lights are made using LED technology, they glow recognizably. Outside, the Insignia cleverly hides the Škoda Superb pastry number that cannot even be approached in terms of the spaciousness of the rear seat. The very noticeable design distance from the Vectra goes well with the re-name, as the Insignia is finally a beautiful Opel in its class. Opel, which will be needed not only by business car manufacturers, but also by individuals.
Again, there are three body styles to choose from, besides the sedan, there is also a station wagon (same exterior dimensions!) And a station wagon that has recently been given a different name than usual: the Sports Tourer. European Car of the Year is even newer on the inside than on the outside.
There is no spirit, no rumor of Vectra's linear lines and chewed yellow light. Now everything is red, the gauges are mostly dressed in white, and when you press the Sport button (depending on the configuration), they are also filled with red. The scales of the main instruments resemble clocks. Another interesting detail is the luminous tip of the calibration needle. The instrument panel is more versatile, the wing element flows clearly from one front door to the next, and is complemented by paddle elements -
bright details on the steering wheel, around the gear lever and on the doors.
The dashboard is soft on top and hard under imitation. In regards to creating the interior, leaving an overall good impression, we would just like to point out that a little more precision in the interior would not hurt. Ergonomics are fine, thanks to the good three-stage seat heating it sits well, and the well-adjustable steering wheel is another reason to find a good driving position in this Opel.
All four side windows slide automatically with the push of a switch, the rearview mirrors are electrically adjustable and foldable, and no one would have complained if there were more. You don't need a booklet with instructions on how to use the Insignia as it all makes sense. Almost all. The on-board computer switch can be located anywhere other than the left lever on the steering wheel, for which you need to remove your hand from the steering wheel.
We also don't understand the duplication of keys on the center console and next to the parking brake switch for navigating, audio, and phone content. We also see opportunities to improve the user interface for the navigation phone. Have some competitors chosen a great alternative? for touch screens.
The hands-free call in Insignia works well, it's a pity that the selection of numbers is possible only through the screen (transition from number to number and each time with a confirmation delay), and not through the radio buttons (this is only from 0 to 6). The solution is in voice control, but without good English, nothing will happen.
There will be enough storage space for the first squad. They are found in all side doors and we also find a drawer in front of the driver's left knee, a passenger compartment, a pocket in the back and front of both front seats, a drinking area on the center console, and an opening (s). ) under the elbow rest. Rear passengers can fold the middle seat section into the backrest, which offers a drawer and two storage spaces for drinks, and open it completely for transporting skis or the like. Satisfactorily.
What buyer can miss a smart key in the Insignia, and many will be pleased to have a classic electrical outlet on the middle ledge in front of the rear passengers under the ventilation slots! There is more room in the front of the cabin than in the rear, where you don't expect more than average generosity of headroom (adults taller than 1 meter will reach for the sloping roof of the coupe with their head). Later, he will run out of knees.
The fact that the roof is low is also known when entering and exiting the back bench. Care must be taken not to bump. More generous is the 500-liter boot, which is further enlarged by the rear seat backrest, but never straightened out due to bumps (chassis) and steps. The loading hole is not the widest, but it opens well enough not to be afraid of a close collision, and you need to take into account that some kind of drop will fall inside in the rain.
In addition to four airbags, two curtains and five EuroNCAP stars, the adaptive headlights also took care of safety in the Insignia test we drove before it was officially sold on the Slovenian market (which is why we publish the commercial German price. car). Adaptive bi-xenon AFL headlights with the help of a camera (clearly visible on the windshield) and other systems monitor road conditions and offer eight modes of operation. At lower speeds, they illuminate a shorter but wider distance, while at freeway speeds it lengthens and narrows. The headlights also illuminate the corner. In practice, the system works well (only in dense fog, sometimes it is not the most suitable one), it also automatically turns on and off the high beam.
With technology like this, which is pretty advanced in this class, the expectations that they will offer a smart key seem even more justified. We blamed the Vectra for leaning in corners, body swaying and, for now, an awkward driving experience due to the strength of the chassis. Insignia has taken as noticeable a step in these areas as it does in form.
The chassis follows the Vectra's design but is new, and the platform that General Motors shares with the rest of the group (from Buicks to Saab) is a hit. The Insignia maneuvers well, is stable and predictable during turns (expected, but fairly late and manageable understeer), lean is negligible, and although it's a full-blooded German, the damping is effective. Even in the selected Tour mode (flexible damping system FlexRide - depending on equipment), which is the most comfortable, you will not feel anything French in the Insignia.
Interestingly, even with Sport, which strengthens the shock absorbers, increases accelerator pedal responsiveness and stiffens the steering wheel (sporty driving makes the steering wheel not straight enough), the driver and passengers will not feel that it is 'more difficult' extreme. Sport is useful for every day. But don't worry, the differences between Tour and Sport are clearly visible while driving.
The interventions of the standard ESP stabilization system (switchable after pressing the button for a few seconds, which also disables the traction control of the drive wheels) are pleasantly unobtrusive and provide enough pleasure for a more dynamic ride. At such distances, due to the relatively small field of “live” revolutions of the 118-kilowatt version of the two-liter turbodiesel (the new 2.0 CDTi is available in versions of 81, 96 and 118 kW), the service gearbox lever is regularly intervened. a six-speed manual transmission is desirable. Z
Die-hard thrifty drivers might be a little disappointed with fuel consumption, which ranged from 7 to 7 liters in the test. There are more modest ones. With sufficient torque, lazy operation of the gear lever is possible. The modern unit, which often wakes up neighbors due to its loud operation, has two camshafts, four valves per cylinder, a common rail injection system and a variable turbocharger geometry. If an Opel dealer claims that the days when the Germans ruined the image with inferior quality are over, there is no reason not to believe him. Insignia is a decisive step forward. However, the step is not so great that Opel could overtake rivals.
Face to face. ...
Alyosha Mrak: Even though I only drove a few miles in my car, the first impression was good. I can summarize my thoughts in four points. Driving position: Sits well, although the steering wheel could be moved more longitudinally. Shape and materials: the eyes were satisfied, it could have been better only with the plastic on the center console. Execution technique: satisfactory. I don't understand why there is such a long movement of the gear lever in the gearbox, but you quickly get used to it. Overall impression: Finally a Vectra with a different name that people will like. But competitors also offer keyless lock and start (Laguna, Mondeo, Avensis), hydraulic suspension (C5), dual-clutch transmission (Passat). ... Will Insignia be able to take its place in this whipping company?
Dusan Lukic: The Insignia has everything that a modern car of this type should have, but on the other hand, there is nothing that could reveal it. Of course, you can think of it with a set of electronic accessories that can make life (or work) behind the wheel easier, but I'd rather it excel in some technical area. With an excellent automatic transmission (or dual clutch transmission), such as excellent soundproofing and above average roominess. But no - everywhere is good, but nowhere is above average. Thus, he will certainly get his (and considerable) circle of customers, but this will not be such a step forward that it is really worth changing the name.
Mitya Reven, photo: Ales Pavletić
Opel Insignia 2.0 CDTI (118 kW) Edition
Basic data
| Sales: | GM South East Europe |
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| Base model price: | 26.490 € |
| Test model cost: | 30.955 € |
| Power: | 118kW (160 KM) |
| Acceleration (0-100 km / h): | 9,5 with |
| Maximum speed: | 218 km / h |
| Mixed flow ECE: | 5,8l / 100km |
| Guarantee: | 2 years general and mobile warranty, 12 years anti-rust warranty. |
Cost (up to 100.000 km or five years)
Technical information
| engine: | 4-cylinder - 4-stroke - in-line - turbodiesel - front-mounted transversely - bore and stroke 83 × 90,4 mm - displacement 1.956 cm? – compression 16,5:1 – maximum power 118 kW (160 hp) at 4.000 rpm – average piston speed at maximum power 12,1 m/s – specific power 60,3 kW/l (82,0 hp) / l) - maximum torque 350 Nm at 1.750 l. min - 2 overhead camshafts (timing belt) - 4 valves per cylinder - common rail fuel injection - exhaust gas turbocharger - charge air cooler. |
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| Energy transfer: | engine-driven front wheels - 6-speed manual transmission - gear ratio I. 3,92; II. 2,04; III. 1,32; IV. 0,95; V. 0,75; VI. 0,62; - Differential 3,75 - Wheels 8J × 18 - Tires 235/45 R 18 V, rolling circumference 2,02 m. |
| Capacity: | top speed 218 km / h - acceleration 0-100 km / h in 9,5 s - fuel consumption (ECE) 7,6 / 4,8 / 5,8 l / 100 km. |
| Transportation and suspension: | sedan - 4 doors, 5 seats - self-supporting body - front single suspension, leaf springs, three-spoke wishbones, stabilizer - rear single suspension, multi-link axle, springs, telescopic shock absorbers, stabilizer - front disc brakes (forced cooling), rear disc, ABS , electronically controlled mechanical brake on the rear wheels (switching between seats) - rack and pinion steering wheel, power steering. |
| Mass: | empty vehicle 1.503 kg - permissible total weight 2.020 kg - permissible trailer weight with brake: 1.600 kg, without brake: 750 kg - permissible roof load: 100 kg. |
| External dimensions: | vehicle width 1.858 mm, front track 1.585 mm, rear track 1.587 mm, ground clearance 11,4 m. |
| Inner dimensions: | front width 1.510 mm, rear 1.460 mm - front seat length 500 mm, rear seat 450 mm - steering wheel diameter 360 mm - fuel tank 70 l. |
| Box: | measured with standard AM set of 5 Samsonite suitcases (278,5 L total): 5 seats: 1 aircraft suitcase (36 L), 1 suitcase (85,5 L), 1 suitcases (68,5 L), 1 backpack ( 20 l). |
Our measurements
| T = 11 ° C / p = 1.009 mbar / rel. vl. = 56% / Tires: Bridgestone Blizzak LM-25 M + S 235/45 / R 18 V / Mileage status: 11.465 km | |
| Acceleration 0-100km: | 9,4s |
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| 402m from the city: | 16,7 years ( 136 km / h) |
| Flexibility 50-90km / h: | 6,9 / 11,5s |
| Flexibility 80-120km / h: | 11,2 / 14,6s |
| Maximum speed: | 218km / h (V. and VI.) |
| Minimum consumption: | 7,7l / 100km |
| Maximum consumption: | 8,8l / 100km |
| test consumption: | 8,3 l / 100km |
| Braking distance at 130 km / h: | 89,7m |
| Braking distance at 100 km / h: | 52,2m |
| AM table: | 39m |
| Noise at 50 km / h in 3rd gear | 54dB |
| Noise at 50 km / h in 4rd gear | 54dB |
| Noise at 50 km / h in 5rd gear | 52dB |
| Noise at 50 km / h in 6rd gear | 52dB |
| Noise at 90 km / h in 3rd gear | 64dB |
| Noise at 90 km / h in 4rd gear | 62dB |
| Noise at 90 km / h in 5rd gear | 60dB |
| Noise at 90 km / h in 6rd gear | 59dB |
| Noise at 130 km / h in 4rd gear | 64dB |
| Noise at 130 km / h in 5rd gear | 63dB |
| Noise at 130 km / h in 6rd gear | 62dB |
| Idling noise: | 38dB |
| Test errors: | periodic inactivity of parking sensors |
Overall rating (345/420)
The Opel Insignia knows how to truly confuse established competitors in the high-end automotive class. Absolutely correct.
Exterior (14/15)
One of the most beautiful Opels, its shape definitely deviates from its predecessor Vectra.
Interior (102/140)
Due to the shape of the coupe, there is not much room for the rear passengers. The build quality could have been better and the bottom of the trunk is flat.
Engine, transmission (57
/ 40)The chassis is flexible, and we only blame the modern two-liter engine for the loud performance.
Driving performance (59
/ 95)No comparable Vectra drove as well.
Performance (30/35)
He's not an athlete in terms of flexibility and acceleration, but he's powerful enough not to blush.
Security (44/45)
Adaptive lighting is highlighted and the Insignia will soon receive a few more advanced systems.
Economy
Diesel is easy to use and the Insignia is comparable in price to its competitors. The warranty could be better.
We praise and reproach
exterior and interior appearance
engine
Transmission
adjustable headlights
front seats
spacious front
ESP work
conductivity, stability
transparency back
loud engine running
space and access to the back bench
uneven trunk bottom
there are prints on the plastic inside
on-board computer control
modest guarantee
