Vectra C · 2002–2005

Opel Vectra 1.8 Vectra C · 122 hp (2002 to 2005)

The Opel Vectra 1.8 of the Vectra C generation uses the Z18XE 1.8 petrol engine with 122 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel
Petrol
Power
122 PS / 90 kW
Displacement
1 796 cm³
Cylinders
4
Engine code
Z18XE 1.8
Period covered
2002–2005
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

122 hp (90 kW), front-wheel drive, 5-speed manual. Built from 2002 to 2005.

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In the range

It is the only petrol version of this generation. The Z18XE 1.8 engine is also fitted to: Opel Zafira (Zafira A), Opel Tigra (Tigra TwinTop).

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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 Vectra 1.8 Vectra C?

The Z18XE 1.8 petrol engine (1 796 cc), 122 hp (90 kW).

AutoKarnet advice

Which oil for the Opel Vectra 1.8?

A GM-LL-A/B-025 / dexos2 / dexos1 Gen 2 ; PSA B71 2290 / B71 2312 / FPW9.55535/03-approved oil suited to the Z18XE 1.8 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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