Astra H · 2004–2007

Opel Astra 1.6 Astra H · 105 hp (2004 to 2007)

The Opel Astra 1.6 of the Astra H generation uses the Z16XEP 1.6 petrol engine with 105 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel
Petrol
Power
105 PS / 77 kW
Displacement
1 598 cm³
Cylinders
4
Engine code
Z16XEP 1.6
Period covered
2004–2007
Documented market
Europe

Transmission

  • Manual · 5 speeds

Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.

Specification source : [1] AutoKarnet

This version

105 hp (77 kW), front-wheel drive, 5-speed manual. Built from 2004 to 2007.

AutoKarnet advice

In the range

It is the entry-level petrol version of this generation. The Z16XEP 1.6 engine is also fitted to: Opel Meriva (Meriva A).

AutoKarnet advice

Maintenance and records

Oil and filter change

Typical interval: 30,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first.

30 000 km

12 months

GM-LL-A/B-025 / dexos2 / dexos1 Gen 2 ; PSA B71 2290 / B71 2312 / FPW9.55535/03 — Engine, model year and severe use may require a shorter interval; do not exceed the service warning. The listed oil approvals are not interchangeable: check the one for the engine.

Source [1]

Brake fluid

Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.

24 months

Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.

Source [1]

Questions about this version (2)

Which engine is in the Opel Astra 1.6 Astra H?

The Z16XEP 1.6 petrol engine (1 598 cc), 105 hp (77 kW).

AutoKarnet advice

Which oil for the Opel Astra 1.6?

A GM-LL-A/B-025 / dexos2 / dexos1 Gen 2 ; PSA B71 2290 / B71 2312 / FPW9.55535/03-approved oil suited to the Z16XEP 1.6 engine.

AutoKarnet advice

Documentary sources

  1. [1] Rédaction AutoKarnet

    AutoKarnet · FR · Europe · Synthèse éditoriale AutoKarnet · Accessed 09/10/2026

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