1.4 NA (Z14XEP) vs C20XE/X20XEV 2.0

Side-by-side reliability comparison

Higher reliability score
C20XE/X20XEV 2.0 BUY 78/100
+4 points over 1.4 NA (Z14XEP)
0 / 100
ACCEPTABLE 1.4 NA (Z14XEP) Opel
0 / 100
BUY C20XE/X20XEV 2.0 Opel

Specifications

1.4 NA (Z14XEP)
C20XE/X20XEV 2.0
Brand
Opel
Opel
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
BUY
Reliability
74
78
Years
2003--2014
1991--2005
Displacement
1364 cc
1998 cc
Layout
I4
I4
Type
Petrol Na
Petrol Na
Power
90 hp
136--150 hp
Known Issues
5
1
Total Risk Cost
€620--€1,580
€250--€500

Character

1.4 NA (Z14XEP)

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

C20XE/X20XEV 2.0

"Astra F/G, Vectra A/B, Calibra. C20XE = red top legend (16V). X20XEV = Ecotec successor. Timing belt (C20XE) or chain (X20XEV). C20XE is one of Opel's great performance engines. Reliable with care."

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

C20XE/X20XEV 2.0 1

▲ HIGH
Timing belt (C20XE) €250--€500 60,000 km--90,000 km

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

C20XE/X20XEV 2.0 1

Astra F 1991--1998
Full 1.4 NA (Z14XEP) Report Full C20XE/X20XEV 2.0 Report