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Suitable for Opel Tigra
For the Opel Tigra, the manufacturer specifies motor oil 0W-30 (ACEA A3, ACEA B4, API SM), 0W-40 (ACEA A3, ACEA B4, API SN), 10W-30 (ACEA A3, ACEA B4, API SL), 10W-40 (ACEA A3, ACEA A3/B3, ACEA B3), 10W-60 (ACEA A3, ACEA B4, API SN), 15W-40 (ACEA A2, ACEA A3, ACEA A3/B4), 15W-50 (ACEA A3, ACEA B3, ACEA B4), 20W-20 (API SJ), 20W-50 (ACEA A3, ACEA A3/B4, ACEA B4), 5W-30 (ACEA A3, ACEA B4, API SL), 5W-40 (ACEA A3, ACEA B4, API SN), or 5W-50 (ACEA A3, ACEA B3, API SJ). All 2 engine variants of the Opel Tigra take the same oils, so the selection below applies to every one of them.
Fill quantity and viscosity by engine of the Opel Tigra
| Engine | Model years | Viscosity | Fill quantity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4i-16V | 1994–2000 | 0W-30, 0W-40, 10W-30, 10W-40, 10W-60, 15W-40, 15W-50, 20W-20, 20W-50, 5W-30, 5W-40, 5W-50 | 3.5 L |
| 1.6i-16V | 1994–2000 | 0W-30, 0W-40, 10W-30, 10W-40, 10W-60, 15W-40, 15W-50, 20W-20, 20W-50, 5W-30, 5W-40, 5W-50 | 3.5 L |
Fill quantity including an oil filter change, taken from our vehicle data. The change interval is set by your service book, not by the oil.
Other fluids for the Opel Tigra
| Fluid | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) | Allison TES 389, Caterpillar TO-2 |
| Axle & differential oil | 75W-80, GM 1940764, GM 1940768 |
| Brake fluid | GM Europe GMW 3356, FMVSS 116 DOT 3 |
| Coolant & antifreeze | G12, G12+ |
| Power steering fluid | Allison TES 389, Caterpillar TO-2 |
Which viscosity does a Opel Tigra need?
We cover 2 engine variants of the Opel Tigra. The most commonly approved grades are 0W-40, 20W-50, 5W-30 and 5W-40. The fill quantity is 3.5 litres.
Which approvals does Opel require?
Opel publishes no approval of its own: what counts is the viscosity and the ACEA or API class in your owner's manual.
Opel Tigra engine variants
The oil finder covers these engine variants of the Opel Tigra: Tigra 1.4i-16V 1994–2000 and Tigra 1.6i-16V 1994–2000.
