The Opel Insignia A is a liftback produced from 2008 to 2017.
Engines: 1.8 (A18XER), 140 hp. Transmission: manual; front-wheel drive. Length 4,830 mm, wheelbase 2,737 mm, fuel tank 70 L.
Facelift: 2013. Sold in Kazakhstan, Russia, Kyrgyzstan.
Opel Insignia A (2008–2017): specs
Specifications
| Production years | 2008–2017 |
|---|---|
| Body | liftback |
| Engine | 1.8 |
| Engine code | A18XER |
| Displacement | 1.8 L |
| Fuel | petrol |
| Power | 140 hp |
| Torque | 175 Nm |
| Transmission | manual, 6-speed |
| Gearbox model | 6MT / 6AT |
| Drive | front-wheel drive |
| Length | 4,830 mm |
| Width | 1,856 mm |
| Height | 1,498 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,737 mm |
| Fuel tank | 70 L |
Vehicle tax in Kazakhstan
| Engine | Under 10 years | 10–20 years (×0.7) |
|---|---|---|
| 1.8 | ≈ 15,075 ₸ | ≈ 10,552 ₸ |
Approximate annual vehicle tax for 2026 (due by 1 April 2027), based on the 2026 MRP of 4,325 ₸. The exact amount depends on the engine displacement in the registration certificate and the year of manufacture. Exact calculator (in Russian) →
Also 2.0 Turbo
Pros and cons
Pros
- Large tank: 70 L
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- No data
Tyre and wheel sizes
Factory sizes: tyres 215/60R16, 215/55R17, 225/50R17, 225/45R18; bolt pattern 5x120. All sizes, offsets and centre bore →
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FAQ
What engine does the Opel Insignia A have?
1.8, code A18XER, 140 hp, 175 Nm.
What transmission does it have?
manual (6MT / 6AT).
What are the ground clearance and fuel tank size?
Fuel tank 70 l.
How much is the vehicle tax on the Opel Insignia A in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, about 15,075 ₸ for a car under 10 years old (base engine). Cars aged 10–20 years get a 0.7 coefficient, cars over 20 years a 0.5 coefficient.