Engine Code Technical Database
Engine Code X18XE1 – 1.8 16V (85 kW / 92 kW / 103 kW) (Engine Oil, Timing Belt/Chain & Reliability)
Engine Code with code X18XE1 (1.8 16V (85 kW / 92 kW / 103 kW)) was installed in models: Opel Astra F, Astra G & Astra H / Zafira A & B, Opel Astra J & K / Insignia A & B / Mokka, Opel Corsa B, C, D & E / Meriva A & B, Opel Vectra B & Vectra C / Signum. Below you will find the exact engine oil specification, filter code and recommended service intervals.
Viscosity
5W-30 or 5W-40 (10W-40 u starších Ecotec 8V/16V)
Oil Capacity
3,5 l (1.2 / 1.4 / 1.6 benzín) / 4,3 – 4,5 l (1.8 16V & 1.9 CDTI) / 5,4 l (1.7 CDTI)
Oil Filter Code
MANN-FILTER W 712/75 (older benzín) or HU 612/2 x (Ecotec novější)
⏱️ Oil change interval (X18XE1): 15 000 km / 1 year (for maximum turbo, timing chain/belt and piston ring life, do not exceed 15,000 km / 1 year).
⚙️ Timing & maintenance (X18XE1): At 150,000 – 180,000 km we recommend preventive replacement of the timing kit including water pump and coolant check.
🏆 Recommended oil & pack: GM / Opel Original 5W-30 dexos2 (5L) or Shell Helix HX7 10W-40 / Ultra 5W-40 (4 to 5 liters (1× 5L jug)).
Vehicle models equipped with engine X18XE1 (4):
Opel • 1993 – 2019
Opel Corsa B, C, D & E / Meriva A & B – 1.8 16V (85 kW / 92 kW / 103 kW)
🛢️ Oil: 3,5 l (1.2 / 1.4 / 1.6 benzín) / 4,3 – 4,5 l (1.8 16V & 1.9 CDTI) / 5,4 l (1.7 CDTI) (5W-30 or 5W-40 (10W-40 u starších Ecotec 8V/16V)) • 🔧 Filter: MANN-FILTER W 712/75 (older benzín) or HU 612/2 x (Ecotec novější)
Opel • 1991 – 2014
Opel Astra F, Astra G & Astra H / Zafira A & B – 1.8 16V (85 kW / 92 kW / 103 kW)
🛢️ Oil: 3,5 l (1.2 / 1.4 / 1.6 benzín) / 4,3 – 4,5 l (1.8 16V & 1.9 CDTI) / 5,4 l (1.7 CDTI) (5W-30 or 5W-40 (10W-40 u starších Ecotec 8V/16V)) • 🔧 Filter: MANN-FILTER W 712/75 (older benzín) or HU 612/2 x (Ecotec novější)
Opel • 1995 – 2008
Opel Vectra B & Vectra C / Signum – 1.8 16V (85 kW / 92 kW / 103 kW)
🛢️ Oil: 3,5 l (1.2 / 1.4 / 1.6 benzín) / 4,3 – 4,5 l (1.8 16V & 1.9 CDTI) / 5,4 l (1.7 CDTI) (5W-30 or 5W-40 (10W-40 u starších Ecotec 8V/16V)) • 🔧 Filter: MANN-FILTER W 712/75 (older benzín) or HU 612/2 x (Ecotec novější)
Opel • 2008 – 2022
Opel Astra J & K / Insignia A & B / Mokka – 1.8 16V (85 kW / 92 kW / 103 kW)
🛢️ Oil: 3,5 l (1.2 / 1.4 / 1.6 benzín) / 4,3 – 4,5 l (1.8 16V & 1.9 CDTI) / 5,4 l (1.7 CDTI) (5W-30 or 5W-40 (10W-40 u starších Ecotec 8V/16V)) • 🔧 Filter: MANN-FILTER W 712/75 (older benzín) or HU 612/2 x (Ecotec novější)