1.2 Turbo (F12SHL) vs C14NZ/X14XE 1.4
Side-by-side reliability comparison
Higher reliability score
C14NZ/X14XE 1.4
BUY
78/100
+10 points over 1.2 Turbo (F12SHL)
0
/ 100
ACCEPTABLE
1.2 Turbo (F12SHL)
Opel
0
/ 100
BUY
C14NZ/X14XE 1.4
Opel
Specifications
1.2 Turbo (F12SHL)
C14NZ/X14XE 1.4
Brand
Opel
Opel
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
BUY
Reliability
68
78
Years
2019--present
1991--2000
Displacement
1199 cc
1389 cc
Layout
I3
I4
Type
Petrol Turbo
Petrol Na
Power
110--130 hp
60--90 hp
Known Issues
0
1
Total Risk Cost
€0--€0
€200--€400
Character
1.2 Turbo (F12SHL)
"Corsa F/Astra L. PSA PureTech-based (post-acquisition). Same belt concerns as PureTech. Watch."
C14NZ/X14XE 1.4
"Corsa A/B, Astra F. Old Ecotec family. Simple, reliable. Timing belt (C14NZ) or chain (X14XE). Head gasket if overheated. Cheap to maintain and own."
Issues Comparison
1.2 Turbo (F12SHL) 0
No documented issues.
C14NZ/X14XE 1.4 1
▲ HIGH
Timing belt (C14NZ)