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Opel Commodore Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1972–1978) — Second Generation

The second-generation Opel Commodore is a rear-driven classic offered as a sleek Coupe and a practical Sedan, built around smooth six-cylinder power and straightforward mechanics that still feel approachable to drive and maintain today.

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Opel Commodore Engines and Transmissions

Every Opel Commodore engine here is a gasoline unit sending power to the rear wheels, a drivetrain layout that gives balanced handling and easy servicing. The 2.5 MT Coupe pairs its six-cylinder with a manual gearbox, and comparable powertrain and transmission combinations were offered across the range.

Coupe — Opel Commodore Engines and Transmissions

Coupe Opel Commodore Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwTransmissionType of drive
2.5 ATGasoline2490 cm³115 hp85 kWAutomaticRWD
2.5 MTGasoline2490 cm³130 hp96 kWManualRWD
2.5 ATGasoline2490 cm³130 hp96 kWAutomaticRWD
2.8 MTGasoline2800 cm³140 hp103 kWManualRWD
2.8 MTGasoline2800 cm³155 hp114 kWManualRWD
2.8 ATGasoline2800 cm³155 hp114 kWAutomaticRWD
2.5 ATGasoline2490 cm³115 hp85 kWAutomaticRWD
2.8 ATGasoline2800 cm³140 hp103 kWAutomaticRWD
2.8 MTGasoline2800 cm³160 hp118 kWManualRWD
2.8 ATGasoline2800 cm³160 hp118 kWAutomaticRWD

Sedan — Opel Commodore Engines and Transmissions

Sedan Opel Commodore Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwTransmissionType of drive
2.5 MTGasoline2490 cm³115 hp85 kWManualRWD
2.5 ATGasoline2490 cm³115 hp85 kWAutomaticRWD
2.5 MTGasoline2490 cm³130 hp96 kWManualRWD
2.5 ATGasoline2490 cm³130 hp96 kWAutomaticRWD
2.8 MTGasoline2800 cm³140 hp103 kWManualRWD
2.8 ATGasoline2800 cm³140 hp103 kWAutomaticRWD
2.8 MTGasoline2800 cm³155 hp114 kWManualRWD
2.8 ATGasoline2800 cm³155 hp114 kWAutomaticRWD
2.8 MTGasoline2800 cm³160 hp118 kWManualRWD
2.8 ATGasoline2800 cm³160 hp118 kWAutomaticRWD

Opel Commodore Dimensions

Coupe — Opel Commodore Dimensions

Coupe Opel Commodore Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseGround clearance, minimum
2.5 AT4574 mm1758 mm1435 mm2668 mm153 mm
2.5 MT4574 mm1758 mm1435 mm2668 mm153 mm
2.5 AT4574 mm1758 mm1435 mm2668 mm153 mm
2.8 MT4574 mm1758 mm1435 mm2668 mm153 mm
2.8 MT4574 mm1758 mm1435 mm2668 mm153 mm
2.8 AT4574 mm1758 mm1435 mm2668 mm153 mm
2.5 AT4574 mm1758 mm1435 mm2668 mm153 mm
2.8 AT4574 mm1758 mm1435 mm2668 mm153 mm
2.8 MT4574 mm1758 mm1435 mm2668 mm153 mm
2.8 AT4574 mm1758 mm1435 mm2668 mm153 mm

Sedan — Opel Commodore Dimensions

Sedan Opel Commodore Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseGround clearance, minimum
2.5 MT4574 mm1758 mm1435 mm2668 mm153 mm
2.5 AT4574 mm1758 mm1435 mm2668 mm153 mm
2.5 MT4574 mm1758 mm1435 mm2668 mm153 mm
2.5 AT4574 mm1758 mm1435 mm2668 mm153 mm
2.8 MT4574 mm1758 mm1435 mm2668 mm153 mm
2.8 AT4574 mm1758 mm1435 mm2668 mm153 mm
2.8 MT4574 mm1758 mm1435 mm2668 mm153 mm
2.8 AT4574 mm1758 mm1435 mm2668 mm153 mm
2.8 MT4574 mm1758 mm1435 mm2668 mm153 mm
2.8 AT4574 mm1758 mm1435 mm2668 mm153 mm