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Opel Senator

Opel Senator — 4-door saloon/sedan, '''petrol:'''; 1979 cc ''20E'' I4; 2197 cc ''22E'' I4; 2490 cc ''25E'' I6; 2784 cc ''28S'' I6; 2969 cc ''30S/30E'' I6; 4093 cc ''Chevrolet 250'' I6 (ZA); '''diesel:'''; 2260 cc ''23DT'' turbo I4; 2260 cc ''23DK'' Comprex I4. Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.

Engine'''petrol:'''; 1979 cc ''20E'' I4; 2197 cc ''22E'' I4; 2490 cc ''25E'' I6; 2784 cc ''28S'' I6; 2969 cc ''30S/30E'' I6; 4093 cc ''Chevrolet 250'' I6 (ZA); '''diesel:'''; 2260 cc ''23DT'' turbo I4; 2260 cc ''23DK'' Comprex I4

Transmission4-speed automatic5-speed manual

About the Opel Senator

Opel Senator is a 4-door saloon/sedan in the executive car (e-segment) class. The available vehicle data lists '''petrol:'''; 1979 cc ''20E'' I4; 2197 cc ''22E'' I4; 2490 cc ''25E'' I6; 2784 cc ''28S'' I6; 2969 cc ''30S/30E'' I6; 4093 cc ''Chevrolet 250'' I6 (ZA); '''diesel:'''; 2260 cc ''23DT'' turbo I4; 2260 cc ''23DK'' Comprex I4 as an engine configuration, paired with 4-speed automatic5-speed manual and a FR layout layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.

This Opel Senator guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for '''petrol:'''; 1979 cc ''20E'' I4; 2197 cc ''22E'' I4; 2490 cc ''25E'' I6; 2784 cc ''28S'' I6; 2969 cc ''30S/30E'' I6; 4093 cc ''Chevrolet 250'' I6 (ZA); '''diesel:'''; 2260 cc ''23DT'' turbo I4; 2260 cc ''23DK'' Comprex I4 and 4-speed automatic5-speed manual transmission information. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.

Opel Senator specifications at a glance

Use this table for the model-level essentials. Exact figures may vary by year, trim, engine and market.

Make	Opel
Model	Senator
Model years	Not specified
Body style	4-door saloon/sedan
Vehicle class	Executive car (E-segment)
Manufacturer	Opel (General Motors)
Production	1978–1993
Market / country	FI, GB, NL, NZ, UA

Engine, transmission and performance

Engine information for the Opel Senator includes '''petrol:'''; 1979 cc ''20E'' I4; 2197 cc ''22E'' I4; 2490 cc ''25E'' I6; 2784 cc ''28S'' I6; 2969 cc ''30S/30E'' I6; 4093 cc ''Chevrolet 250'' I6 (ZA); '''diesel:'''; 2260 cc ''23DT'' turbo I4; 2260 cc ''23DK'' Comprex I4.. Transmission information includes 4-speed automatic5-speed manual.. The listed drivetrain/layout is FR layout.

Engine	'''petrol:'''; 1979 cc ''20E'' I4; 2197 cc ''22E'' I4; 2490 cc ''25E'' I6; 2784 cc ''28S'' I6; 2969 cc ''30S/30E'' I6; 4093 cc ''Chevrolet 250'' I6 (ZA); '''diesel:'''; 2260 cc ''23DT'' turbo I4; 2260 cc ''23DK'' Comprex I4
Transmission	4-speed automatic5-speed manual
Drivetrain / layout	FR layout

Dimensions, weight and practicality

Dimensions and capacity figures are presented as published source data when available.

Wheelbase	2685 mm
Length	4810 mm
Width	1722 mm
Height	1415 mm
Kerb / curb weight	1335-1450 kg 0

Opel Senator other specifications

Name	Opel Senator
Image	Opel Senator CD.jpg
Caption	A first generation Opel Senator
Aka	Chevrolet Senator (South Africa); Opel Kikinda (Yugoslavia); Vauxhall Royale (UK, until 1983); Vauxhall Senator (UK, from 1984)

Opel Senator generations and model years

Where a source covers multiple generations, CarCareTool selects the generation(s) that best match this catalog model instead of mixing unrelated variants.

Generation / scope	Years	Engine	Transmission	Drivetrain
Opel Senator	1978–1993	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified
Senator A	1978–1986	'''petrol:'''; 1979 cc ''20E'' I4; 2197 cc ''22E'' I4; 2490 cc ''25E'' I6; 2784 cc ''28S'' I6; 2969 cc ''30S/30E'' I6; 4093 cc ''Chevrolet 250'' I6 (ZA); '''diesel:'''; 2260 cc ''23DT'' turbo I4; 2260 cc ''23DK'' Comprex I4	Not specified	FR layout
Senator B	1987–1993	2.5 L ''25NE'' I6; 2.6 L ''C26NE'' I6; 3.0 L ''C30NE'' I6; 3.0 L ''C30SE'' 24V I6; 4.0 L Irmscher ''C40SE'' 24V I6	4-speed automatic5-speed manual	FR layout

Opel Senator features and equipment

Features shown below are tied to the available source material for this model. Equipment can vary by year, trim and market.

Standard or documented features

✓The Senator therefore emerged as a long wheelbase version of the Opel Rekord E, complemented by a three-door fastback coupé version on the same platform called the Opel Monza, which was intended as a successor for the Opel Commodore coupé

✓It filled the gap left by the Holden based Chevrolet Caprice Classic, which was sold there from 1975 to 1978

✓In Serbia, the locally assembled Senator received the 2.5-litre six and was badged the "Opel Kikinda"

✓Opel's own four speed manual transmission was not up to the job and they turned to transmission producer Getrag, who installed their 264 four speed manual gearbox in the early four cylinder Monzas

✓The original Senator and Monza were facelifted in November 1982, although the Senator "A2" (as it is usually called) only went on sale in March 1983

✓In March 1983 a 2.3-litre turbodiesel (shared with the Rekord) became available, and a few months later ABS-brakes (hitherto only available for the Senator CD) became an available option across the entire Senator/Monza range

TIRE PRESSURE

Recommended tire pressure for Opel Senator

Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s cold inflation pressure. CarCareTool estimates are clearly labelled when an exact verified value is unavailable.

Normal load32 PSI front30 PSI rear

Fully loaded34 PSI front33 PSI rear

Load condition	Front	Rear	Status
Normal	32 PSI	30 PSI	Estimate
Fully loaded	34 PSI	33 PSI	Estimate

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Frequently asked questions about Opel Senator

These FAQs are generated automatically for this specific vehicle from the specifications, features and ownership data available in CarCareTool. Questions are selected by relevance so the page focuses on details that can actually be answered for this model.

What engine does the Opel Senator have?

The available source data lists the Opel Senator engine as '''petrol:'''; 1979 cc ''20E'' I4; 2197 cc ''22E'' I4; 2490 cc ''25E'' I6; 2784 cc ''28S'' I6; 2969 cc ''30S/30E'' I6; 4093 cc ''Chevrolet 250'' I6 (ZA); '''diesel:'''; 2260 cc ''23DT'' turbo I4; 2260 cc ''23DK'' Comprex I4. Engine availability can differ by model year and market.

What tire pressure should I use for the Opel Senator?

For the correct setting, use the cold inflation pressure on the vehicle placard or in the owner’s manual. When CarCareTool does not have a verified configuration-specific value, its starting estimate is 32 PSI front and 30 PSI rear for normal load. This is an estimate, not an OEM recommendation.

What is the best engine oil for the Opel Senator?

There is no single best engine oil for every Opel Senator configuration. Use the viscosity grade and manufacturer approval specified for the exact engine in the owner’s manual.

What body style is the Opel Senator?

The Opel Senator is classified as a 4-door saloon/sedan.

What are the dimensions of the Opel Senator?

The available source data lists length 4810 mm, width 1722 mm, height 1415 mm, and wheelbase 2685 mm.

What transmission does the Opel Senator have?

The available source data lists 4-speed automatic5-speed manual transmission options for the Opel Senator.

Is the Opel Senator FWD, RWD or AWD?

The listed drivetrain/layout for the Opel Senator is FR layout.

Who makes the Opel Senator?

The manufacturer listed for the Opel Senator is Opel (General Motors).

When was the Opel Senator produced?

The available source data describes production as 1978–1993.

How much does the Opel Senator weigh?

The available source data lists a kerb/curb weight of 1335-1450 kg 0. Actual weight can vary with engine, trim and equipment.

Where was the Opel Senator built?

The available source record lists assembly information as Germany: Rüsselsheim; Yugoslavia: Kikinda.

What class of car is the Opel Senator?

The Opel Senator is listed in the Executive car (E-segment) class.

What platform does the Opel Senator use?

The available source data lists the platform/chassis as V platform (RWD).

Which markets or countries sold the Opel Senator?

The CarCareTool catalog currently associates the Opel Senator with FI, GB, NL, NZ, UA. Market availability and specifications can differ.

What came after the Opel Senator?

The available vehicle data lists Opel Omega B as a successor where applicable.

What replaced the Opel Senator?

The available vehicle data lists Opel Omega B as the successor where applicable.

What cars are related to the Opel Senator?

The available source data identifies related models as Opel Monza; Opel Rekord Series E; Daewoo Royale Salon Super; Bitter SC Coupé; Holden Commodore (VB). Relationships can vary by market and generation.

How often should I check the tire pressure on the Opel Senator?

Check the tires regularly and before long trips, with the tires cold. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual as the source of the manufacturer’s recommended pressure.

Should I use the tire sidewall pressure for the Opel Senator?

No. The maximum pressure printed on the tire sidewall is not automatically the vehicle’s recommended setting. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the correct cold inflation pressure.

Does the recommended tire pressure change when the Opel Senator is fully loaded?

It can. Many vehicles specify a different cold pressure for heavier loads. Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the exact loading condition.

Data sources and verification are available in the page editor; exact specifications can vary by year, market, trim and engine.

Opel Senator images

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