X17DTL/Y17DT 1.7d vs 1.6 CDTi (B16DTH)
Side-by-side reliability comparison
Reliability score
Tied
74/100
0
/ 100
ACCEPTABLE
X17DTL/Y17DT 1.7d
Opel
0
/ 100
ACCEPTABLE
1.6 CDTi (B16DTH)
Opel
Specifications
X17DTL/Y17DT 1.7d
1.6 CDTi (B16DTH)
Brand
Opel
Opel
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
ACCEPTABLE
Reliability
74
74
Years
1994--2006
2014--2020
Displacement
1686 cc
1598 cc
Layout
I4
I4
Type
Diesel
Diesel
Power
68--75 hp
136--160 hp
Known Issues
2
0
Total Risk Cost
€450--€1,200
€0--€0
Character
X17DTL/Y17DT 1.7d
"Corsa B/C, Combo. Isuzu-derived diesel. Simple, indirect injection (early) or common rail (Y17DT). No DPF. Economical. Glow plug issues. Injection pump on early units. Reliable work van engine."
1.6 CDTi (B16DTH)
"Astra K/Insignia B. Good diesel. DPF care needed. Fuel pump concerns at high mileage."
Issues Comparison
X17DTL/Y17DT 1.7d 2
▲ HIGH
Injection pump (indirect inj models)
○ MINOR
Glow plug failure
1.6 CDTi (B16DTH) 0
No documented issues.