Only the third generation of the well-liked Corsa model and the original Agila were equipped with the 1.0-liter Opel Z10XE or LW3 engine, which was built at a plant in Austria between 2000 and 2003. This engine belongs to a large family of GM family 0 low-volume engines.
The engines Z10XEP, Z12XE, Z12XEP, Z14XE, and Z14XEP are also part of the Z10 series.
The engine was mounted on:
- Opel Agila A (H00) in 2000 – 2003;
- Opel Corsa C (X01) in 2000 – 2003.
Specifications
| Production years | 2000-2003 |
| Displacement, cc | 973 |
| Fuel system | distributed injection |
| Power output, hp | 58 |
| Torque output, Nm | 85 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron R3 |
| Block head | aluminum 12v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 72.5 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 78.6 |
| Compression ratio | 10.1 |
| Features | no |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 3.0 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 4 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Opel Corsa 2001) — city — highway — combined |
7.2 4.7 5.6 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~250 000 |
| Weight, kg | 85 |
Disadvantages of the Z10XE engine
Generally dependable, the power unit is most frequently concerned with the electrical component;
Weak wiring and ECU malfunctions are typically linked to electrical failures;
Despite its limited resources, the timing chain can travel up to 100,000 kilometers;
Owners frequently call the service station to replace the thermostat or oil pump; hydraulic lifters won’t last long here if you use subpar oils.