Opel Insignia OPC

Opel Insignia OPC: Which Version Should You Buy?

Choosing an Opel Insignia OPC is mainly a decision between the original 2009–2013 liftback and the restyled 2013–2017 liftback, followed by a choice between the 2.8 MT and 2.8 AT. Every listed version combines a 2,792 cc Gasoline V-shaped 6-cylinder Turbo engine with AWD, 325 hp (239 kW), and 435 Nm. The engine therefore produces about 116.4 hp per litre in every case.

Choosing an Opel Insignia OPC is mainly a decision between the original 2009–2013 liftback and the restyled 2013–2017 liftback, followed by a choice between the 2.8 MT and 2.8 AT. Every listed version combines a 2,792 cc Gasoline V-shaped 6-cylinder Turbo engine with AWD, 325 hp (239 kW), and 435 Nm. The engine therefore produces about 116.4 hp per litre in every case. The meaningful differences are transmission, acceleration, fuel consumption, weight, ground clearance, emissions data, brakes, and the particular body-weight specification attached to each database entry.

Opel Insignia OPC generations and versions

The first-generation Opel Insignia OPC was produced from 2009 through 2013 as a Liftback. The data lists 6 modifications, all named either 2.8 MT or 2.8 AT. Although the engine output is identical across them, kerb weight ranges from 1,735 to 1,865 kg, while gross weight ranges from 2,315 to 2,475 kg. Every version has 150 mm of ground clearance and a 70-litre fuel tank.

The restyled first generation ran from 2013 through 2017, also as a Liftback, with 6 listed modifications. These are again named 2.8 MT and 2.8 AT. Kerb weights range from 1,810 to 1,930 kg, gross weights from 2,315 to 2,465 kg, and ground clearance rises to 160 mm. This restyling belongs to the same generation rather than representing a separate second generation.

Opel Insignia OPC engine and specs

All versions use the same basic specification: a front, transverse 2,792 cc Gasoline engine with 6 V-shaped cylinders, 4 valves per cylinder, Turbo boost, and distributed injection (multi-point). Output is 325 hp (239 kW) at 5,250 rpm, with 435 Nm. The compression ratio is 9.5, bore and stroke are 89 × 74.8 mm, and the specified fuel is 95.

Repeated names below represent distinct database entries and are therefore retained exactly.

For the original 2.8 MT entries, maximum torque is specified at 1,900–4,000 rpm. The original 2.8 AT entries contain conflicting torque-speed figures—525 rpm in one entry and 5,250 rpm in others—so a single common torque-speed figure is not established by the data. Restyled entries specify 435 Nm at 5,250 rpm.

Opel Insignia OPC performance and fuel consumption

Performance varies even though every version has 325 hp and 435 Nm.

Fuel-consumption figures are in litres per 100 km. The strongest numerical economy result is 10.6 l/100 km combined. It appears on several original 2.8 AT entries and on the lighter restyled 2.8 MT entries. The highest listed combined figure is 11.7 l/100 km for the 1,865 kg original 2.8 MT.

Among the restyled cars of equal weight, the 2.8 MT reaches 100 km/h 0.3 seconds sooner than the 2.8 AT. At 1,810 kg, it also uses 0.1 l/100 km less combined; at 1,930 kg, the difference is again 0.1 l/100 km. Every listed version has the same 250 km/h top speed.

CO₂ output is not measured for the 2009–2013 versions, and their emissions class is not measured. The 2013–2017 versions meet Euro 5 and produce 249–255 g/km of CO₂. The restyled 2.8 MT entries at 1,810 or 1,825 kg have the lowest value, 249 g/km; equivalent 2.8 AT entries produce 251 g/km. Both 1,930 kg versions produce 255 g/km.

Opel Insignia OPC dimensions, weight, and wheel size

Overall exterior dimensions are not measured in the supplied data. The original generation has 150 mm of ground clearance, while the restyling provides 160 mm—an increase of 10 mm. All versions carry 70 litres of fuel.

For 2009–2013 cars, the listed tyre sizes are 245/40 R19 and 255/35 R20. Wheel and tyre sizes for the 2013–2017 restyling are not measured.

The lightest original entries weigh 1,735 kg, while the lightest restyled entries weigh 1,810 kg, a difference of 75 kg. The heaviest original entry is 1,865 kg; the heaviest restyled entry is 1,930 kg, a difference of 65 kg. Across the complete catalogue, the lightest and heaviest entries differ by 195 kg despite having identical power.

Original gross weight spans 2,315–2,475 kg. Restyled gross weight spans 2,315–2,465 kg. The listed original versions use independent spring suspension at both ends, ventilated disc brakes in front, and ventilated disc brakes at the rear. Restyled versions retain independent spring suspension and ventilated front discs, but list rear disc brakes rather than ventilated rear discs.

Opel Insignia OPC reliability and problems

Reliability results, fault records, maintenance costs, and problem frequencies are not measured in the supplied data. Consequently, the specifications cannot establish whether the 2.8 MT or 2.8 AT is more reliable. Engine codes, engine-bay details, and replacement-engine information are also not measured. A purchase inspection should therefore treat condition and history as separate questions that these catalogue figures cannot answer.

Which Opel Insignia OPC version should you buy?

For the strongest combination of acceleration, economy, and later production, the lighter 2013–2017 2.8 MT is the numerical choice. At either 1,810 or 1,825 kg, it reaches 100 km/h in 6.0 seconds, records 10.6 l/100 km combined, and emits 249 g/km of CO₂. The matching 2.8 AT needs 6.3 seconds, consumes 10.7 l/100 km, and emits 251 g/km. Both have the same 325 hp, 435 Nm, AWD, 250 km/h maximum speed, and 160 mm clearance.

For the lowest kerb weight and best weight-to-power result, choose one of the 1,735 kg 2009–2013 entries. At about 5.34 kg per hp, these are 75 kg lighter than the lightest restyled versions and 195 kg lighter than the heaviest restyled pair. The original 2.8 AT combines that weight with a 6.0-second acceleration time and 10.6 l/100 km combined consumption. The equally light original 2.8 MT also takes 6.0 seconds but is listed at 11.4 l/100 km combined.

The heaviest 2.8 MT and 2.8 AT entries make the weakest case on specifications alone. At 1,930 kg, the restyled versions carry about 5.94 kg per hp; the 2.8 MT takes 6.3 seconds and uses 10.9 l/100 km combined, while the 2.8 AT takes 6.6 seconds and uses 11.0 l/100 km. The 1,865 kg original 2.8 MT is slightly lighter and equally quick at 6.3 seconds, but its 11.7 l/100 km combined figure is the highest in the data.

In short, the 2013–2017 2.8 MT is the best specification-led all-round choice, especially in its 1,810 or 1,825 kg form. The 2009–2013 2.8 AT is the better choice when minimum weight, known tyre sizes, ventilated rear discs, and 10.6 l/100 km combined consumption matter more than the restyling’s extra 10 mm of clearance and Euro 5 rating. Prices and vehicles for sale are not covered because those figures are not measured in the supplied data.