From 1998 to 2000, the German company produced the 2.2-liter Opel X22SE engine, which was limited to the second generation of the highly sought-after Frontera SUV. In 2000, this unit was given a new Y22SE index and updated to EURO 3 environmental standards.
The X20SE, X20XEV, X22XE, X25XE, and X30XE engines are also part of the X20 series.
The engine was mounted on:
- Opel Frontera B (U99) in 1998 – 2000.
Specifications
| Production years | 1998-2000 |
| Displacement, cc | 2198 |
| Fuel system | distributed injection |
| Power output, hp | 136 |
| Torque output, Nm | 202 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 86 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 94.6 |
| Compression ratio | 9.6 |
| Features | no |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | belt |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 4.75 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 2 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Opel Frontera 1999) — city — highway — combined |
14.9 8.5 11.1 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~400 000 |
| Weight, kg | 140 |
Disadvantages of the X22SE engine
The motor frequently breaks through the gasket at high speeds because it dislikes high rpm;
Additionally, it is pointless to brew it because the exhaust manifold frequently cracks here;
The blown valve stem seals are typically the cause of this unexpected oil burner;
There are numerous timing issues; when the belt breaks, the valves bend, and when it jumps, the phases go off course. Replacing the throttle position sensor will help if the engine begins to freeze at specific speeds.