C20XE/X20XEV 2.0 vs 2.0 CDTi (A20DTH)
Side-by-side reliability comparison
Higher reliability score
C20XE/X20XEV 2.0
BUY
78/100
+2 points over 2.0 CDTi (A20DTH)
0
/ 100
BUY
C20XE/X20XEV 2.0
Opel
0
/ 100
ACCEPTABLE
2.0 CDTi (A20DTH)
Opel
Specifications
C20XE/X20XEV 2.0
2.0 CDTi (A20DTH)
Brand
Opel
Opel
Verdict
BUY
ACCEPTABLE
Reliability
78
76
Years
1991--2005
2008--2018
Displacement
1998 cc
1956 cc
Layout
I4
I4
Type
Petrol Na
Diesel
Power
136--150 hp
160--195 hp
Known Issues
1
0
Total Risk Cost
€250--€500
€0--€0
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."
2.0 CDTi (A20DTH)
"Insignia/Zafira. Strong torque. Reliable for GM diesel. DMF wear. Good highway."
Issues Comparison
C20XE/X20XEV 2.0 1
▲ HIGH
Timing belt (C20XE)
2.0 CDTi (A20DTH) 0
No documented issues.