Astra J · 2009–2011

Opel Astra 2.0 CDTI Astra J · 160 hp (2009 to 2011)

The Opel Astra 2.0 CDTI of the Astra J generation uses the A20DTH 2.0 JTD diesel engine with 160 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel
Diesel
Power
160 PS / 118 kW
Displacement
1 956 cm³
Cylinders
4
Engine code
A20DTH 2.0 JTD
Period covered
2009–2011
Documented market
Europe

Transmission

  • Manual · 6 speeds

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

Specification source : [1] AutoKarnet

This version

160 hp (118 kW), front-wheel drive, 6-speed manual. Built from 2009 to 2011.

AutoKarnet advice

In the range

It is the most powerful diesel version of this generation. The A20DTH 2.0 JTD engine is also fitted to: Opel Insignia (Insignia A), Opel Zafira (Zafira Tourer), Opel Cascada (Cascada), Saab 9-5 (9-5 II).

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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 2.0 CDTI Astra J?

The A20DTH 2.0 JTD diesel engine (1 956 cc), 160 hp (118 kW).

AutoKarnet advice

Which oil for the Opel Astra 2.0 CDTI?

A GM-LL-A/B-025 / dexos2 / dexos1 Gen 2 ; PSA B71 2290 / B71 2312 / FPW9.55535/03-approved oil suited to the A20DTH 2.0 JTD engine.

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Documentary sources

  1. [1] Rédaction AutoKarnet

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

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