Opel Astra J

Body Variants

The Opel Astra J is available as Sports Tourer and Hatchback and Coupé — choose your body type for specific insurance data:

Generations

Engine Overview

The Opel Astra J is available with 8 engine variants — from 69 to 280 hp. 4 variants had engine changes — the model year is crucial.

Vehicle Weaknesses

Test Reports

Alternatives

Known Problems and Issues

A total of 91 weaknesses have been documented for the Opel Astra J (2009–2015) — 79 engine-related and 12 vehicle-related. One problem engine: Z19DTH (1.9L CDTI). Typical issues affect Gearbox, Rust, Suspension, Body. Considered reliable: Z14XEP (1.4L 16V Twinport).

Astra (Z17DTH, 2004–2010) — Be Careful: Injectors worn — high return volume, Turbocharger bearing failure, EGR valve coked up and sticking. Power: 101 PS.

Astra (Z19DT, 2004–2010) — Be Careful: Dual mass flywheel worn, Timing belt breaks when replacement interval is exceeded, EGR valve coked up. Power: 120 PS.

Astra (Z19DTH, 2004–2010) — Stay Away!: Swirl flap failure in intake manifold, Turbocharger failure (Garrett GT1749MV), Dual mass flywheel and M32 gearbox. Power: 150 PS.

Astra (Z13DTH, 2005–2010) — Be Careful: Timing chain: stretch and chain failure, Turbo wastegate: seizing and pressure loss, Swirl flaps: sooting and blockage. Power: 90–95 PS.

Astra (Z17DTH, 2007–2010) — Be Careful: Injectors worn — high return volume, Turbocharger bearing failure, EGR valve coked up and sticking. Power: 125 PS.

Astra (A13DTE, 2009–2013) — Be Careful: Timing chain: stretch and rattle, Turbocharger: bearing failure from oil starvation, DPF clogging on short-trip use. Power: 90–95 PS.

Astra (A17DTS, 2009–2015) — Be Careful: EGR cooler leaking, Turbocharger VTG vanes seized, Timing chain stretching. Power: 110 PS.

Astra (A17DTS, 2009–2015) — Be Careful: EGR cooler leaking, Turbocharger VTG vanes seized, Timing chain stretching. Power: 125–131 PS.

Astra (A20DTH, 2009–2015) — Be Careful: Oil suction pipe seal hardened, EGR valve and intake manifold carboned up, Diesel particulate filter clogged. Power: 160–165 PS.

Astra (A20DTH, 2012–2015) — Be Careful: Oil suction pipe seal hardened, EGR valve and intake manifold carboned up, Diesel particulate filter clogged. Power: 194 PS.

Astra (Z16XER, 2004–2010) — Be Careful: Timing belt neglected, Map-controlled thermostat faulty, Oil pressure switch leaking. Power: 101–105 PS.

Astra (Z18XER, 2004–2010) — Be Careful: Timing chain and tensioner worn, Electric thermostat faulty, Increased oil consumption at high mileage. Power: 125 PS.

Astra (Z20LET, 2004–2010) — Be Careful: K04 turbocharger shaft seal leaking, Oil feed line to turbocharger ruptures, Oil consumption from piston rings and valve stem seals. Power: 200 PS.

Astra (Z18XER, 2005–2010) — Be Careful: Timing chain and tensioner worn, Electric thermostat faulty, Increased oil consumption at high mileage. Power: 140 PS.

Astra (Z20LEH, 2005–2010) — Be Careful: Turbocharger bearing failure, Piston rings worn, Clutch prematurely worn. Power: 241 PS.

Astra (A14XER, 2009–2015) — Be Careful: Timing chain tensioner and guide rails worn, Water pump failing prematurely, Alternator failing prematurely. Power: 101 PS.

Astra (A14NET, 2009–2015) — Be Careful: Piston ring land fractures and high oil consumption, Turbocharger blowing oil into intake, Water pump failure. Power: 120–125 PS.

Astra (A14NET, 2009–2015) — Be Careful: Piston ring land fractures and high oil consumption, Turbocharger blowing oil into intake, Water pump failure. Power: 140 PS.

Astra (A16XER, 2009–2015) — Be Careful: Timing belt failure → engine failure, VVT actuator filter breaks, Thermostat failure. Power: 116 PS.

Astra (A16LET, 2009–2015) — Be Careful: Turbo bearing leaking — oil in intake, Timing chain stretching from neglect, Elevated oil consumption due to piston rings. Power: 179 PS.

Astra (A16LET, 2009–2015) — Be Careful: Turbo bearing leaking — oil in intake, Timing chain stretching from neglect, Elevated oil consumption due to piston rings. Power: 170 PS.

Astra (A20NFT, 2012–2018) — Be Careful: Timing chain guide rail breaks, Turbocharger shaft play / bearing failure, Dual-mass flywheel worn. Power: 280 PS.

What to watch out for with the Opel Astra? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions