Considered an Opel Frontera. Technical characteristics, reviews of this car are very positive. What is special about it? It should be told about it.
The beginning of the story
First, I would like to talk a little about how this model appeared, before telling what kind of "Opel Frontera" specifications... Reviews will also be reviewed later. It all started in the 90s. Then civilian vehicles differing increased cross-country ability were just gaining popularity. And in the end, the leaders of the GM concern decided: it is necessary to release new model with branded Opel zip on the grille.
The novelty was presented to the public in 1991. However, despite the fact that it was a never seen before model of “Opel”, it cannot be called a new one with certainty. And all because two years earlier by ISUZU such cars as Wizzard, AMIGO and RODEO were released. In America, this car was sold under the name Many, by the way, confuse it with a modern runabout, but this is wrong.
The technical characteristics of the Opel Frontera were very good. The reviews were also pleasing. Therefore, it is not surprising that it was also sold in Australia. In short, the brand new car has become international.
By the way, the developers knew that mainly people who had previously driven ordinary cars would buy this car. Therefore, they tried to make an off-road vehicle as similar as possible to a passenger car. In 1998, a significant modernization was carried out. To this day, there is a heated debate over whether the 1998 model can be mistaken for a new car, or is it really just a substantially redesigned first generation car. By the way, the “Frontera” produced before 1998 was designated by the letter A. And the next version became known under the marking B.
Appearance
Before talking about the engines of the Opel Frontera car, technical characteristics, reviews, gas mileage, as well as all other important nuances, it is worth touching on its design. So, this all-terrain vehicle looks very interesting. If you compare it to the same or Nissan Pathfinde, you can see how similar it is to a passenger car. It has a low roofline as well as a very unusual slope. rear pillars... All this gives a certain resemblance to ordinary by car... The novelty is offered in two versions - with three and five doors. The first of the listed versions is distinguished by a plastic removable casing. If this is done, then the all-terrain vehicle will be left without a roof. The second model has a soft top and can also be removed. The wheeled version of the 5-door car is 43 centimeters larger. And roof rails increase the versatility of the all-terrain vehicle.
Interior
The front panel of cars that were released before 1995 is somewhat similar to those that were installed in cars from the 80s. Particularly eye-catching is the large buttons on the edges. Two levers are visible from the transmission tunnel. One is for shifting gears. And the second is the hand-out lever.
There is a light landing in the driver's seat. The seat is located below. This was done so that people transplanted from passenger car on an all-terrain vehicle, they quickly got used to the car of a new “breed”. In other words, so that they do not feel discomfort.
There is a lot of space in the back. Passengers will feel comfortable - there is enough space both in the legs and above the head. It should be noted with attention that rear windows in the 3-door version they are not omitted. But! They can seem to be squeezed out. This forms a ventilation gap. As you can see, the technical characteristics of the Opel Frontera all-terrain vehicle are quite interesting.
Feedback from 1992 inspired the creators to make some changes. The fact is that until 1995, the lower part of the trunk (it consists of two parts) opened down, and the upper, respectively, up. But the car owners said it was not very convenient. The developers have improved this part. After 1995, the lid simply flipped to the side.
By the way, the boot volume is 430 liters. But if you fold the backs of the rear row, then it will increase to 1570 liters. Maximum volume luggage compartment in the three-door version it is 1170 liters.
"Opel Frontera": technical characteristics
The 1993 reviews, like the owners' comments left in any other year, inspired the developers to come up with all sorts of ideas. All the words of the people who own this car prompted specialists to modernize it in 1998. But first, it's worth talking about the basic version.
So, the body of the model stands on a very strong frame that increases its rigidity and reliability. The earliest all-terrain vehicles (produced before 1995) were powered by a 2-liter 115-horsepower 8-valve engine. This unit was considered reliable. He stood under the hood of other Opel models - Vectra and Omega. The earliest models were equipped with 125-horsepower 2.4-liter gasoline engines. But then they installed a 2.2-liter unit with a capacity of 136 liters. with. With a brand new gasoline engine, the car could accelerate to a hundred in just 13.5 seconds, and the maximum speed limit was 161 kilometers per hour. As you can see, the first Opel Frontera cars had good technical characteristics.
The diesel received very positive reviews. Indeed, until 1995, only diesel engine... And even though its capacity was only 100 liters. with. (with a volume of 2.3 liters), it was reliable and economical. About 10 liters per 100 kilometers in the city! A very good indicator for an SUV. By the way, the maximum speed was 147 km / h. But many people were not satisfied with the declared power, so in 1997 a new diesel plant with a volume of 2.5 liters, producing 116 liters, was released. with.
Other indicators
Almost every Opel engine was equipped with a timing belt drive. The only exceptions are the 2.8-liter diesel engine and the petrol V6 that appeared after 1998. The belt can withstand 60,000 kilometers, and after replacing it, it is advisable to install a new pump. The chain can withstand 500 thousand km. In general, the Opel Frontera car was assembled very efficiently and soundly. The technical characteristics of the 1995 reviews, left by the owners, are described in full detail. Motorists paid special attention to the gearbox. Yes, even though the all-terrain vehicle was offered only with "mechanics", but it is very reliable! And the wing oil seal and the bushing wear out only up to 150,000 kilometers. And the clutch on such a car takes care of more than 100-150 thousand kilometers.
Owners about the cross-country ability of the all-terrain vehicle
The owners pay most attention to the story about off-road qualities this car. They assure: any off-road this vehicle by strength. No matter how deep the depressions or bumps, no matter how bumpy the road is, the car will pass any obstacle. And for driving in especially difficult places there is a system all-wheel drive Part Time 4WD. Only the owners advise not to drive so constantly. If it is always engaged, the front clutches will wear out too quickly. And they are not cheap.
1998 year
And now about the technical characteristics of the updated Opel Frontera. The responses from 1998 were very diverse. The novelty has pleased many. People who bought it assure: a more comfortable and easy-to-drive car simply did not exist in those days. And even now, 18 years after its release, it looks very decent against the background of other SUVs.
Naturally, the owners note the excellent cross-country ability and functionality. You do not need to think about where to park the car so that the curbs do not interfere, because it is also easy to assess the road situation for several cars, to notice the traffic police post from afar or pits a few meters away. Again, this is a jeep. They also note a high level of security, enhanced undercarriage and durability. And finally, there are three more main advantages - rotting body, low price and maximum comfort. For all this, people fell in love with this car.
By the way, in 1998 models there could be either a 2.2-liter diesel or a 3.2-liter V6 petrol. Features - ABS, electronic system four-wheel drive, 4-speed automatic transmission (option), direct fuel injection, disc brakes, 5-lever rear suspension as well as improved handling and a more modern appearance.
Do you think globalization is a phenomenon unique to the 21st century? You are wrong. V automotive world such tendencies appeared quite a long time ago, an example of which is the cooperation of car manufacturers from different countries.
The General Motors concern was no exception. Having bought out the Japanese automaker ISUZU at the end of the eighties, the American concern released many models on the European and American markets, which were developed by the Japanese.
The Isuzu Rodeo SUV, produced since 1988, was quite popular in North America.
Apparently, this is why this model was selected by GM to conquer the European SUV market. The platform of the Japanese car was quite thoroughly redesigned by specialists from OPEL - new engine, interior and exterior. New car, named Opel Frontera, was introduced to European consumers in 1991.
The first generation of the Opel Frontera was produced in two body styles - five and three-door. The three-door car received the Sport prefix to its name. The first generation of the Opel frontera, the technical characteristics of which are presented below, did not differ in either high speed or dynamic acceleration.
The choice of engines was relatively small - two gasoline and one turbodiesel unit, and only one, five-speed manual gearbox was installed at all. Moreover, these motors could not boast of any outstanding characteristics. The aspirated two-liter gasoline engine installed on the three-door version developed only 115 "horses", which was clearly not enough for a two-ton car - it took 15.6 seconds to accelerate to one hundred km / h.
The 2.2-liter gasoline engine was noticeably faster - it accelerated the heavier five-door version to a hundred in 13 seconds. True, he was distinguished by a noticeable gluttony - fuel consumption often exceeded 15 liters per hundred kilometers in city mode, and in order to invest in the passport ten liters per hundred on the highway, he had to move without putting too much pressure on the accelerator.
The diesel is more interesting. With a power of 115 l / s, its torque reached 260 N ∙ M, which made it possible to move quite confidently both in the city and on the highway. Of course maximum speed diesel version hardly satisfied fans of high-speed driving, but the car itself was not particularly inclined towards it - aerodynamics were slightly better than that of bricks, suspension with the use of springs and high ground clearance clearly did not contribute to the transformation of Frontera into the king of high-speed highways.
First modernization
However, despite these shortcomings, the European consumer liked the car - they liked the spaciousness, unpretentiousness and price of the novelty. With this in mind, four years after the start of sales, the model was slightly modernized. The spring suspension was replaced with a more modern and appropriate spring suspension, spare wheel moved to a special niche on the tailgate, the interior was slightly updated. But, most importantly, the "older" gasoline engine, too gluttonous for economical Europeans, was replaced with a new diesel engine.
This engine had a volume of 2.8 liters. Its power reached one hundred and thirteen Horse power, and the torque was 242 Newton meters. However, OPEL specialists miscalculated - the new engine did not become popular. Mediocre speed characteristics not compensated for by excellent traction, as consumers were buying a car, not a tractor.
Second generation. Lower, lighter, wider
The second generation German-Japanese SUV was significantly different from its predecessor. It became shorter by nine centimeters and lower with increased ground clearance, and its width began to be 1787 millimeters at 1764 millimeters in the first generation five-door models. The weight due to the new design and wider use of plastic has become sixty kilograms less.
The range of motors has received a significant replenishment. In addition to two diesels and a "junior" gasoline engine, the consumer was offered three more engine options.
A 2.2-liter diesel engine was equipped with a turbine, as a result its power was 116 horsepower, thrust - 260 N ∙ M, and fuel consumption decreased. For the city, this figure began to be a little more than eleven liters, and for the highway - and at all 7.8 liters per hundred kilometers.
The "average" engine of the line - a 2.2-liter gasoline - got injection. This allowed him to reduce his appetite, keeping the performance at the same level - 136 hp and 202 Nm.
Finally, the main novelty was the 3.2-liter turbocharged engine running on gasoline.
This engine consumed a lot - more than ten liters on the highway and as much as 17 - in city mode. But he could accelerate a car of two and a half tons weighing up to one hundred kilometers per hour in just nine and a half seconds.
In addition, in addition to all-wheel drive versions, there were options with a rear drive axle.
Got a model and new box gears - a four-speed "automatic" has become available.
Moreover, any combination of body, engine, drive and gearbox could be ordered. That is, for a leisurely ride on country roads, it was possible to purchase a five-door version with a "junior" diesel engine, all-wheel drive and automatic transmission, and young people clearly liked the short wheelbase with a 3.2 liter turbo engine.
The second upgrade can also be called quite successful - the model was kept on the assembly line for more than five years, which is only slightly less than the 91st year version.
True, by the mid-tenths, Frontera already looked like a rather outdated model compared to competitors' products.
In general, neither the second, let alone the first generation of this car can, of course, be called modern in terms of technical characteristics and engineering solutions... However, due to its relatively low price, Frontera continues to enjoy some demand for secondary market... It is not for nothing that search engines now and then process requests like "Opel frontera technical characteristics reviews" - there are still enough people who want to get a lot of a car for not too much money.
First, I would like to talk a little about how this model appeared, before telling what technical characteristics the Opel Frontera has. Reviews will also be reviewed later. It all started in the 90s. At that time, civilian vehicles with increased cross-country ability were only gaining popularity. And in the end, the managers of the GM concern decided: it is necessary to release a new model with a branded Opel zipper on the radiator grille.
The novelty was presented to the public in 1991. However, despite the fact that it was a never seen before model of “Opel”, it cannot be called a new one with certainty. And all because two years earlier by ISUZU such cars as Wizzard, AMIGO and RODEO were released. In America, this car was sold under the name Honda Jazz. Many, by the way, confuse it with a modern runabout, but this is wrong. The technical characteristics of the Opel Frontera were very good. The reviews were also pleasing. Therefore, it is not surprising that it was also sold in Australia. In short, the brand new car has become international.
EXTERIOR
Honestly, looking at this SUV, you might think it is Korean. Strange, but that kind of feeling arises in the first place. But let's not talk about it. First of all, this is a "purebred" German. So, from Germany there is a power unit, a transmission of Japanese design, and the final assembly of the model was carried out in England. Here is such an Opel.
The Opel Frontera was delivered to the market in two body types, which differed in the number of doors. In addition, the length of one was almost 40 cm longer than the other. The Wagon was 4.6 meters long, while the Sport was only 4.2 meters long. of course, the platform had to be completely redesigned. But the Germans were not taken aback. The output is a stylish, cute, at the same time brutal and representative car. Small headlights, a radiator grill, which is closed with a similarity of a kengurin, as well as duplicate foglights, an almost flat hood - all this looks very harmonious, and there is no division into separate parts, everything belongs to one design. As a rule, about the Opel Frontera, reviews of the video owners capture mainly an overview of the exterior.
There really is a lot to consider here. Take those black bumper inserts, which gradually turn into the protection of the wheel arches, and then into the sill. Or bizarre forms of glazing in the profile. In those days, it was really new, since previously regular body shapes prevailed, not disturbed by any geometric fantasies. It is almost impossible to meet a wagon on the roads (this is what a station wagon is called in Germany), while there are a lot of Sport trim levels (3-door version).
The rear part, like the front, is made in a strict style, the corners are minimally rounded, the total drag coefficient is monstrous 0.47. considering the height of 1.74 meters and the width equal to 1.8 meters, no surprise. The car, admittedly, is large. Of course, now in this class you can also find SUVs that are over 2 meters in length, and are already approaching 2 meters in width, but let's not forget that this is the end of the 20th century - the heyday of technology and a new style of cars.
OPEL FRONTERA PRICES (UPDATED APRIL 22, 2016)
| Year of issue | Total cars for sale (in RF) | Average price, rubles |
Average price from Automatic transmission, rubles |
Total for sale with automatic transmission | Average price from Manual transmission, rubles |
Total on sale with manual transmission |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 year | 63 | 239 429 | 173 174 | 6 | 239 655 | 63 |
| 1993 year | 77 | 255 588 | 282 197 | 6 | 255 658 | 77 |
| 1994 year | 66 | 272 724 | 243 717 | 6 | 273 398 | 66 |
| 1995 year | 31 | 292 728 | — | 6 | 292 444 | 31 |
| 1996 year | 25 | 300 969 | 346 341 | 6 | 300 440 | 25 |
| 1997 year | 30 | 346 239 | — | 6 | 346 239 | 30 |
| 1998 year | 22 | 376 390 | 406 915 | 7 | 371 827 | 20 |
| 1999 year | 30 | 442 182 | 461 859 | 10 | 431 763 | 21 |
| 2000 year | 30 | 497 355 | 494 601 | 8 | 495 160 | 22 |
| 2001 year | 21 | 493 467 | 516 370 | 8 | 480 631 | 10 |
| 2002 year | 21 | 561 568 | 608 488 | 8 | 529 289 | 10 |
| 2003 r. | 9 | 587 256 | 513 101 | 6 | 592 196 | 9 |
| 2004 r. | 7 | 567 709 | 544 218 | 6 | 638 169 | 6 |
"Opel Frontera": technical characteristics
The 1993 reviews, like the owners' comments left in any other year, inspired the developers to come up with all sorts of ideas. All the words of the people who own this car prompted specialists to modernize it in 1998. But first, it's worth talking about the basic version. So, the body of the model stands on a very strong frame that increases its rigidity and reliability. The earliest all-terrain vehicles (produced before 1995) were powered by a 2-liter 115-horsepower 8-valve engine. This unit was considered reliable. He stood under the hood of other Opel models - Vectra and Omega. The earliest models were equipped with 125-horsepower 2.4-liter gasoline engines. But then they installed a 2.2-liter unit with a capacity of 136 liters. with. With a brand new gasoline engine, the car could accelerate to a hundred in just 13.5 seconds, and the maximum speed limit was 161 kilometers per hour. As you can see, the first Opel Frontera cars had good technical characteristics.
The diesel received very positive reviews. Indeed, until 1995, only a diesel engine was placed under the hood. And even though its capacity was only 100 liters. with. (with a volume of 2.3 liters), it was reliable and economical. About 10 liters per 100 kilometers in the city! A very good indicator for an SUV. By the way, the maximum speed was 147 km / h. But many people were not satisfied with the declared power, so in 1997 a new diesel unit with a volume of 2.5 liters was released, producing 116 liters. with.
Owners about the cross-country ability of the all-terrain vehicle
The owners pay most attention to the story about the off-road qualities of this car. They assure: any off-road for this car is strong. No matter how deep the depressions or bumps, no matter how bumpy the road is, the car will pass any obstacle. And for driving in especially difficult places there is a Part Time 4WD all-wheel drive system. Only the owners advise not to drive so constantly. If the four-wheel drive is always engaged, the front clutches will wear out too quickly. And they are not cheap.
And now about the technical characteristics of the updated Opel Frontera. The responses from 1998 were very diverse. The novelty has pleased many. People who bought it assure: a more comfortable and easy-to-drive car simply did not exist in those days. And even now, 18 years after its release, it looks very decent against the background of other SUVs. Naturally, the owners note the excellent cross-country ability and functionality. There is no need to think about where to park the car so that the curbs do not interfere, because this is a jeep. And to assess the road situation for several cars, to notice the traffic police post from afar or pits a few meters away is also easy. 
Again, this is a jeep. They also note a high level of safety, a reinforced chassis and durability. And finally, there are three more main advantages - rotting body, low price and maximum comfort. For all this, people fell in love with this car. By the way, in 1998 models there could be either a 2.2-liter diesel or a 3.2-liter V6 petrol. Of the features - ABS, electronic all-wheel drive system, 4-speed automatic transmission (option), direct fuel injection, disc brakes, 5-link rear suspension, as well as improved handling and a more modern appearance.
The world premiere of Frontera took place in 1991 in Geneva. The car is interesting in that it is not completely German, but is a Europeanized version. japanese jeep Isuzu Rodeo. the first generation was almost completely identical to its Japanese ancestor. The changes only affected the engines. The transmission is made in Japan, the engine is made in Germany (there are also Italian VM diesels), and cars are assembled in England.
The first generation Frontera was produced with two body types, a short three-door (Frontera Sport with removable panels above the rear seat and Frontera Soft Top with a folding awning above it) and a long-wheelbase five-door (Estate).
The range of engines is represented by gasoline power units with a volume of 2.0 / 115 hp, 2.2 / 136 hp. and turbodiesel 2.5 / 115 hp.
Brakes: front - disc, rear - drum.
In 1995, the car was modernized: in the rear suspension, the springs were replaced with springs, the lower flap back door began to lean not down, but to the side. They began to mount a spare wheel on it, which used to be in the luggage compartment.
Second Opel generation Frontera was released in 1998. The exterior of the SUV has not changed much. Note the new false radiator grille, elegant taillights, more "masculine" front bumper, stamping on the sidewalls of the body and the original triangular side window on the Frontera Sport short-wheelbase car. It differs from the first in smoother and more rounded lines, which made the look of the SUV holistic and modern. Speakers to the exterior add dedicated wheel arches and side window configurations. Opel specialists applied a combination of overall rear lights with interior ventilation deflectors - a technique that is gaining popularity in the global fashion of jeep design.
The range of power units has been replenished. The 2.2-liter diesel and gasoline engines with direct injection and a 3.2-liter petrol V6. The most important novelty is the electronic system, which allows, by pressing a button, to turn on and off the four-wheel drive when the car is moving at a speed of up to 100 km / h. For an additional fee, an automatic 4-band transmission can now be ordered for a car with any engine.
Compared to its predecessor, the second generation Frontera offers improved handling both on and off the road. For example, the front and rear tracks are 60mm wider, a five-link rear suspension is added, and the short version is 130mm longer. All disc brakes.
Thanks to updated powertrains, improved aerodynamics and additional sound insulation, the noise level in the cabin has been significantly reduced.
Safety is ensured by two front full-size airbags and seat belt pretensioners. Height-adjustable head restraints have been added to the rear seats. As an option, a center rear head restraint can be ordered for the five-door version of the vehicle.
The luggage compartment is an impressive 518 liters. If you fold rear seats boot capacity will increase to 1,790 liters. It opens in two stages. First you need to raise the upper glass part, then move the swinging lower part of the door with a spare wheel to the side.
The dashboard and other surroundings have undergone major changes. Display of the CARIN navigation system, which combines all kinds of functions - from a trip computer to a telephone directory. Since 1999, the Frontera has been fitted with ABS.
The lineup has been expanded with modern versions of the RS and Limited. Since the 2001 model year, the Opel Frontera Sport Olympus configuration option has been produced. The release of this model is timed to coincide with the 2000 Olympics.
In 2003 production Opel car Frontera has been discontinued. This is due to the fact that the car is outdated and is not in great demand among buyers.
In 2006, Opel plans to present absolutely new SUV called Frontera. The new generation will have nothing to do with the old, except for the name. The prototype of the SUV will be the Chevrolet S3X concept car based on the Teta platform.
Opel Frontera of the second generation debuted back in 1998 and was produced until 2003, however, due to a number of qualities, the model is still in demand in the secondary market, these cars can often be seen on busy city streets. In fact, the SUV is the European version of the Isuzu Rodeo with several significant changes, mainly in the exterior and powertrains.
Opel Frontera has a typical angular design for that time. He has small rectangular headlights, the same radiator grill, consisting of thin horizontally oriented ribs. The off-road character of the model is emphasized by massive bumpers with rectangular fog lights, plastic door trims, swollen wheel arches and small roof rails. They not only give the car a unique appearance, but also perform an extremely important function. They can be used to install an additional roof rack or mount for sports equipment on the roof.
Dimensions Opel Frontera
Opel Frontera is a mid-size crossover with two rows of seats, available in three and five-door bodies. dimensions three-doors are: length 4268 mm, width 1814 mm, height 1755 mm, and the size of the wheelbase is equal to 2462 millimeters. The five-door version is slightly larger: 4658 mm long and 2702 mm wheelbase. In both cases, the quantity ground clearance equal to 192 millimeters. This is a good indicator, thanks to which the crossover will easily cope with heavy road conditions, and will also be able to storm medium-sized curbs when parking.
The trunk of the Opel Frontera can please with its spaciousness. With the backs of the second row of seats raised, 518 liters of free space remain in the back. This is enough for the daily tasks of a city dweller, and for a long journey. If, on a whim of fate, the owner needs to transport a larger cargo, he can always fold the backs of the second row and free up to 1,790 liters of usable space.
Opel Frontera engine and transmission
Opel Frontera is equipped with two power units, automatic or five-speed manual variable transmissions, as well as an all-wheel drive system. Thanks to this variety, the crossover is becoming quite versatile, everyone can choose a complete set according to their taste and wallet.
- The base engine of the Opel Frontera is a naturally aspirated gasoline four with a volume of 2198 cubic centimeters. Thanks to its good displacement, the power unit develops 136 horsepower at 5200 rpm and 200 Nm of torque at 2500 rpm crankshaft per minute. With such an engine and mechanical box transmissions, the crossover accelerates to a speed of one hundred kilometers per hour in 13.4 seconds, and the high-speed ceiling will be 162 kilometers per hour. Unfortunately, the engine is by no means economical. Fuel consumption of the Opel Frontera will be 15.8 liters of gasoline per hundred kilometers at a city pace of movement with frequent acceleration and braking, 8.9 liters during a measured trip on a country road and 11.4 liters of fuel per hundred in a combined driving cycle.
- The top engine of the Opel Frontera is a V-shaped atmospheric petrol six with a volume of 3165 cubic centimeters. The large displacement allowed the engineers to squeeze out 205 horsepower at 5400 rpm and 290 Nm of torque at 3000 rpm. With such power unit and a manual transmission, the car accelerates to a speed of one hundred kilometers per hour in 10.3 seconds, and the maximum speed, in turn, will be 184 kilometers per hour. This engine has a pretty good appetite. Fuel consumption of the Opel Frontera will be 17.2 liters of gasoline per hundred kilometers at a city pace with frequent acceleration and braking, 10.2 liters during a measured trip on a country road and 13 liters in a combined cycle.
Outcome
Opel Frontera is deservedly in demand in the secondary market. He has a restrained and stylish design, which perfectly emphasizes the character of its owner. The crossover will look great both on busy city streets and on dirt roads far from civilization. Salon is a kingdom of high-quality finishing materials, verified ergonomics, practicality and comfort. Even a long trip will not bring unnecessary inconveniences to the driver or passengers. The manufacturer is well aware that a car is not a toy and, first of all, it should bring pleasure from driving. That is why, under the hood of the Opel Frontera there is a powerful and technologically advanced engine that will last for many kilometers and will give you unforgettable emotions from the trip.
Specifications Opel Frontera
station wagon 5-door
SUV
- width 1 814mm
- length 4 658mm
- height 1 755mm
- clearance 192mm
- seats 5
station wagon 3-door
SUV
- width 1 814mm
- length 4 268mm
- height 1 755mm
- clearance 192mm
- seats 5
Test drives Opel Frontera
Secondary market December 27, 2006 Universal soldiers ( Mitsubishi pajero Sport, Nissan terrano II, Opel Frontera)When in household a versatile vehicle is required, the choice often falls on an SUV. But each family member has their own requirements for him. The head of the family wants the jeep to be frame (how else to go hunting or fishing?) And at the same time of medium size for ease of maneuvering in the city. The spouse wants a car that is roomy enough for Sunday shopping and going out to the country. And also to bring the children to school. Children, in general, do not care - if only the car was a prestigious enough brand so as not to blush for it in front of classmates. Plus a list of desirable qualities: good handling, reliability, economy, inexpensive maintenance and repairs .. There are such SUVs. This is "Mitsubishi Pajero sport"(1999-2005)," Nissan Terrano II ", produced from 1999 to 2004 (since 2002, it has become simply called" Terrano "), and the latest generation" Opel Frontera "(1998-2004). All of them have a frame structure with a rear axle-beam suspended by springs and a front independent torsion bar suspension.The transmission is also almost the same. rear wheel drive... On slippery asphalt or off-road conditions, the front axle is connected - rigidly, since center differential no. Each of the three vehicles has a downshift and a rear differential lock. Engines - petrol and diesel 4- and 6-cylinder, with the exception of "Terrano II", which has only "fours". Moreover, diesel modifications of these models in the secondary market are more common than gasoline ones.
