Opel Corsa D
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
192 PS
1.6L Turbo Benzin
Pocket rocket with real bite
Fun to Drive!87–95 PS
1.4L 16V Twinport Benzin
4 weaknesses
Good Choice192 PS
1.6L Turbo Benzin
7 weaknesses
Stay Away!Generations
Engine Overview
The Opel Corsa D is available with 8 engine variants — from 58 to 192 hp. 1 variants had engine changes — the model year is crucial.
The Opel 1.3L CDTI (Diesel, 69–95 PS) comes with 4 different engines: Z13DTH (2006–2011, Be Careful) and Z13DTH (2006–2011, Be Careful) and A13DTE (2011–2014, Be Careful) and A13DTE (2011–2014, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 1.3L CDTI!
The Opel 1.7L CDTI (Diesel, 125–131 PS) has the Z17DTH (1.7L CDTI) — rated: "Be Careful", 5 known weaknesses.
The Opel 1.0L 12V Twinport (Petrol, 60–65 PS) has the Z10XEP (1.0L 12V Twinport) — rated: "Be Careful", 8 known weaknesses.
The Opel 1.2L (Petrol, 86 PS) has the A12XER (1.2L) — rated: "Be Careful", 4 known weaknesses.
The Opel 1.2L 16V Twinport (Petrol, 80–86 PS) has the Z12XEP (1.2L 16V Twinport) — rated: "Be Careful", 4 known weaknesses.
The Opel 1.4L (Petrol, 101 PS) has the A14XER (1.4L) — rated: "Be Careful", 4 known weaknesses.
The Opel 1.4L 16V Twinport (Petrol, 87–90 PS) has the Z14XEP (1.4L 16V Twinport) — rated: "Good Choice", 4 known weaknesses.
The Opel Corsa OPC (Petrol, 192 PS) has the Z16LER (1.6L Turbo) — rated: "Stay Away!", 7 known weaknesses.
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Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Electric power steering EPS defective The electric power steering of the Corsa D fails due to defective control unit electronics (fault code C0550). Broken solder joints and faulty capacitors caused by thermal cycling are typical causes. Symptoms: Power steering warning light on, steering suddenly heavy, steering only assists in one direction or fails completely. from 90,000 km | Medium |
Test Reports
AUTO BILD TÜV-Report
Oil loss occurs about twice as often as average and leads to higher follow-up costs on older vehicles. Axle springs and steering joints are flagged above average. From the third MOT onwards, rear light and indicator failures are added.
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Known Problems and Issues
A total of 59 weaknesses have been documented for the Opel Corsa D (2006–2014) — 45 engine-related and 14 vehicle-related. One problem engine: Z16LER (1.6L Turbo). Typical issues affect Steering, Gearbox, Rust, Brakes. Considered reliable: Z14XEP (1.4L 16V Twinport).
Corsa (Z13DTH, 2006–2011) — Be Careful: Timing chain: stretch and chain failure, Turbo wastegate: seizing and pressure loss, Swirl flaps: sooting and blockage. Power: 69–75 PS.
Corsa (Z13DTH, 2006–2011) — Be Careful: Timing chain: stretch and chain failure, Turbo wastegate: seizing and pressure loss, Swirl flaps: sooting and blockage. Power: 90–95 PS.
Corsa (Z17DTH, 2006–2011) — Be Careful: Injectors worn — high return volume, Turbocharger bearing failure, EGR valve coked up and sticking. Power: 125–131 PS.
Corsa (A13DTE, 2011–2014) — Be Careful: Timing chain: stretch and rattle, Turbocharger: bearing failure from oil starvation, DPF clogging on short-trip use. Power: 75 PS.
Corsa (A13DTE, 2011–2014) — Be Careful: Timing chain: stretch and rattle, Turbocharger: bearing failure from oil starvation, DPF clogging on short-trip use. Power: 95 PS.
Corsa (Z10XEP, 2006–2009) — Be Careful: Head gasket faulty, Timing chain — guide rail breaks, Head gasket faulty. Power: 60–65 PS.
Corsa (Z12XEP, 2006–2011) — Be Careful: Timing chain stretched, Oil pressure switch leaking → oil migrating through wiring loom, Coil pack faulty. Power: 80–86 PS.
Corsa (Z16LER, 2007–2014) — Stay Away!: Turbocharger failure (premature), Radiator leaking / coolant loss, M32 gearbox bearing failure — design fault. Power: 192 PS.
Corsa (A12XER, 2011–2014) — Be Careful: Timing chain tensioner worn, Timing cover seal leaking, Ignition coil module failure. Power: 86 PS.
Corsa (A14XER, 2011–2014) — Be Careful: Timing chain tensioner and guide rails worn, Water pump failing prematurely, Alternator failing prematurely. Power: 101 PS.
What to watch out for with the Opel Corsa? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.
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Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee