C20XE/X20XEV 2.0 vs 1.4 NA (Z14XEP)

Side-by-side reliability comparison

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

Specifications

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

Character

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."

1.4 NA (Z14XEP)

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

Issues Comparison

C20XE/X20XEV 2.0 1

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

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

Models

C20XE/X20XEV 2.0 1

Astra F 1991--1998

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
Full C20XE/X20XEV 2.0 Report Full 1.4 NA (Z14XEP) Report