1.4 NA (Z14XEP) vs 1.6 CDTi (B16DTH)

Side-by-side reliability comparison

Reliability score
Tied 74/100
0 / 100
ACCEPTABLE 1.4 NA (Z14XEP) Opel
0 / 100
ACCEPTABLE 1.6 CDTi (B16DTH) Opel

Specifications

1.4 NA (Z14XEP)
1.6 CDTi (B16DTH)
Brand
Opel
Opel
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
ACCEPTABLE
Reliability
74
74
Years
2003--2014
2014--2020
Displacement
1364 cc
1598 cc
Layout
I4
I4
Type
Petrol Na
Diesel
Power
90 hp
136--160 hp
Known Issues
5
0
Total Risk Cost
€620--€1,580
€0--€0

Character

1.4 NA (Z14XEP)

"Same family as Z12XEP, more torque. Works harder in Astra H. Timing chain tensioner watch. Reliable city commuter."

1.6 CDTi (B16DTH)

"Astra K/Insignia B. Good diesel. DPF care needed. Fuel pump concerns at high mileage."

Issues Comparison

1.4 NA (Z14XEP) 5

● MODERATE
Timing chain tensioner wear €300--€700 80,000 km--150,000 km
○ MINOR
Ignition coil failure €60--€180 60,000 km--120,000 km
○ MINOR
Thermostat housing failure €80--€200 60,000 km--120,000 km
○ MINOR
EGR valve carbon buildup €100--€300 80,000 km--150,000 km
○ MINOR
Engine mount wear €80--€200 100,000 km--180,000 km

1.6 CDTi (B16DTH) 0

No documented issues.

Models

1.4 NA (Z14XEP) 6

Corsa E 2014--2019 Corsa E 2014--2019 Astra 1.4 H 2004--2010 Hatchback Corsa 1.4 C 2003--2006 Hatchback Corsa 1.4 D 2006--2014 Hatchback Meriva 1.4 A 2003--2010 MPV

1.6 CDTi (B16DTH) 16

Corsa B 1993--2000 Astra J 2009--2015 Zafira B 2008--2014 Mokka J-A 2015--2020 Mokka J-A 2015--2020 Zafira Tourer C 2013--2019 Astra K 2015--2019 Astra K 2015--2019 Insignia B 2017--2022 Insignia B 2017--2022 Insignia B 2017--2019 Grandland P1UO 2017--2024 Corsa C 2003--2006 Corsa D 2006--2014 Astra H 2004--2010 Grandland X 1.6 CDTi A18 2017--2021 SUV
Full 1.4 NA (Z14XEP) Report Full 1.6 CDTi (B16DTH) Report