Engine & Power

Engine

• 1.6i 16v ECOTEC-4 Turbo (1598cc)
• Maximum power: 192PS (141kW) @ 5850rpm
• Maximum torque: 230Nm* (170 lb.ft.) @ 1980-5850rpm
• Compression ratio: 8.8:1
• Bore/stroke: 79.0mm x 81.5mm
• Turbocharger integrated into exhaust manifold
• Air intercooler
• Sodium-filled exhaust valves

*Increased to 260Nm for five seconds with turbo overboost function

Acceleration (manufacturer's figures)

• Maximum speed: 140mph
• Acceleration 0-60mph: 6.8secs

Transmission

• Six-speed manual gearbox
• Gear ratios: 1st - 3.82:1, 2nd - 2.16:1, 3rd - 1.48:1, 4th - 1.07:1, 5th - 0.88:1, 6th - 0.74:1, Final drive - 4.18:1

Fuel economy and emissions mpg (litres/100km)

• Urban driving: 26.9 (10.5)
• Extra-urban driving: 44.1 (6.4)
• Combined figure: 35.8 (7.9)

Suspension and brakes

• Lowered and uprated VXR sports suspension
• Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) including traction control
• Tyre deflation detection system
• Front ventilated disc brakes: 308mm diameter
• Rear disc brakes: 264mm diameter
• Front and rear brake calipers in blue

Wheels and tyres

• 17-inch Y-design alloy wheels with 215/45 R 17 ultra-low profile tyres
• 18" V-Spoke alloy wheels with 225/35 R18 ultra-low profile tyres optional at extra cost
• Car supplied with emergency tyre inflation kit in lieu of spare wheel