Used Opel Grandland X

What to know before buying: Opel Grandland X

From 1 forum thread and 3 press tests · updated 12/10/2026

What the reviews say

• A comfortable suspension and supportive AGR front seats are among the Grandland X’s strengths.[1][3]Grandland X
• The cabin is quiet and spacious, with ample rear room and a 514-litre boot.[1]one sourceGrandland X
• The ride is comfortable and steering precise, but body roll is noticeable and the handling is not sporty.[1]one sourceGrandland X
• A 1.2 Turbo owner reported 9.5 l/100 km in heavy city traffic and 5.5 l/100 km out of town; air conditioning added 1–1.5 l/100 km.[3]one sourceGrandland X

Typical faults

• The 1.2 PureTech wet timing belt can disintegrate; debris may block the oil pickup, reduce oil pressure and damage the vacuum pump and brake assistance.[2][4]Grandland X

  40 000+ km · 1.2 PureTech

• The 1.2 PureTech can suffer increased oil consumption, coked piston rings and deposits that accelerate timing-belt deterioration.[2]one sourceGrandland X

  60 000+ km · 1.2 PureTech

• The 1.5 BlueHDi AdBlue tank pump/heater module can fail due to crystallisation, triggering a warning that starting will soon be disabled.[2]one sourceGrandland X

  40 000+ km · 1.5 BlueHDi

• Urban use can clog the 2.0 diesel’s DPF and EGR; BlueHDi versions may also suffer AdBlue tank pump or heater failure.[2]one sourceGrandland X

  100 000+ km · 2.0 diesel

• Early 1.5 BlueHDi engines have shown premature timing-belt wear and isolated camshaft or cam-drive-chain problems.[2]one sourceGrandland X

  100 000+ km · 2017–2019 · 1.5 BlueHDi

• The original battery is often considered inadequate and may require premature replacement.[4]one sourceGrandland X

Which engine and version to take

• The 177 hp 2.0 diesel with an eight-speed automatic is quiet, torquey and sufficiently powerful; check its DPF, EGR and AdBlue systems before purchase.[1][2]Grandland X

What to avoid

• Avoid a 1.2 PureTech without documented oil servicing and timing-belt inspection or replacement history.[2][4]Grandland X
• Choose an early 2017–2019 1.5 BlueHDi only with verifiable timing-belt and cam-drive service records.[2]one sourceGrandland X

What to check at the inspection

• On a 1.2 PureTech, check oil level, blue smoke and compression; inspect the timing belt’s condition and width through the oil-filler opening.[2]one sourceGrandland X
• Verify records of 1.2 PureTech timing-belt replacement and ask whether oil-pressure warnings have appeared.[2]one sourceGrandland X
• Diagnose diesel DPF data, EGR faults and AdBlue warnings, including any countdown to starting being disabled.[2]one sourceGrandland X
• Test the automatic transmission cold and warm, checking D and R engagement, hesitation, jolts and fault codes.[2]one sourceGrandland X
• Check the powered tailgate, multimedia and other electronics; unintended opening and intermittent software glitches have been reported.[4]one sourceGrandland X
• Check recall completion by VIN; campaigns covered the DPF, wheel and rear-suspension fasteners, PHEV battery and other safety-related components.[2]one sourceGrandland X

Verdict

Sources

1. [1]iauto.lv — "Opel Grandland X" – pirmā iepazīšanās (+ FOTO) · forum
2. [2]autoradars.lv — Opel Grandland X X (2017 - 2024): проблемы и риски · press
3. [3]clubopel.com — Pareri si impresii Opel Grandland X - Pagina 9 · press
4. [4]nrmagazine.com — opel grandland x : les soucis récurrents à surveiller · press

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