How much is a 2017 Opel InsigniaDiesel worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2017 Opel InsigniaDiesel on the Irish used-car market is around €9,950, based on 15 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2017 Opel Insignia depreciate per year?

A Opel Insignia loses roughly 16.6% of its value per year on the Irish used-car market based on Carintel.ie's regression across active listings.

Is it cheaper to import a 2017 Opel Insignia from Northern Ireland?

It depends on spec, mileage and CO2. Carintel.ie compares ROI median prices against Northern Ireland listings' landed cost, including VRT, NOx levy and registration fees, so you can see the saving at a glance on this page.

What are the running costs of a 2017 Opel InsigniaDiesel?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2017 Opel InsigniaDiesel using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Market Intelligence

Opel Insignia2017

Diesel · 2.0L

€9,750ROI listing median

NI import est.€15,717

ROI cheaper by ~€5,967

22 days avg on market · Low data confidence · VRT based on C (136–140 g/km) (26%), Revenue uses OMSP

High DemandMedium Confidence

Listing price range

€8k – €10k

25th to 75th percentile

Listings

ROI active now

Updated 14h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€9,750

private sale ~€8,073 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€5,495 – €6,673

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

197k km

typical 185k km

Days listed

22d

avg on market · demand 68/100

AI Market Summary

Diesel engine reliable in principle, but DPF clogging is endemic on this model — avoid if you do short trips under 20 km regularly. Regeneration cycles are poor.
Median mileage (185k km) is at the top end of the Irish 9-year norm; verify mileage is genuine and service history covers DPF maintenance intervals.
Injector carbon build-up and EGR valve faults common across 2017 diesels; listen for rough idle, power loss, or white smoke on test drive — walk away if present.
Strong +43.5% price recovery year-on-year suggests healthy demand, but don't overpay above median €7,750 for high-mileage stock without full service records and recent DPF inspection.
Before purchase, obtain independent DPF condition report from diesel specialist; regeneration blockage can require €1,000+ repair and will surface on NCT.

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Analysis & Insights

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Vehicle specification

Manufacturer WLTP data

Power

162 bhp

Torque

300 Nm

221 lb·ft

0–62 mph

8.4s

138 mph top

Engine

2.0L

2000 cc

Boot space

490L

1450L folded

Seats

5 doors

Fuel economy & emissions

Combined

54.3 mpg

5.2 L/100km

Urban

42.2 mpg

Extra urban

65.7 mpg

CO₂

136 g/km

EURO 6

Fuel tank

62L

Dimensions

Length

4.90m

4897 mm

Width

1.86m

Height

1.46m

Wheelbase

2.83m

Kerb weight

1,428 kg

2,035 kg gross

Safety & ownership

Euro NCAP

★★★★★

Adult 93% · Child 85%

Insurance

Group 14E

Warranty

3 years

60,000 miles

Reliability & Safety Recalls

Opel Insignia 2017

Reliability

3/5

The 2017 Opel Insignia diesel is a solid mid-size saloon with reasonable durability, but diesel-specific issues (DPF regeneration, injector problems) and Opel's mixed reliability record mean ownership can be costly. Parts availability in Ireland is decent, but some specialised diesel diagnostics may push servicing costs higher than competitors. Value for money is moderate—depreciation has been steep, but running costs can surprise with expensive repairs.

Known issues

DPF (diesel particulate filter) regeneration issues and premature clogging, especially on short-journey drivers; can cost €800–€1,500 to clear or replace
Diesel injector failure and carbon build-up on common-rail injectors; symptoms include rough idle, loss of power, and white smoke
EGR valve problems leading to poor emission control, fault codes, and potential limp-mode
Gearbox (automatic A6, ZF or Aisin) shuddering or hesitation in low-speed manoeuvres; software updates sometimes help but hardware failure is possible
Timing chain tensioner rattle on cold start, especially if oil changes are infrequent; can lead to chain slack and catastrophic failure if ignored
Electrical gremlins with comfort modules, instrument cluster flickering, and CAN bus communication faults causing multiple warning lights

Good for

Fuel economy (45–55 MPG real-world on mixed driving if DPF is healthy and not clogged)
Spacious interior and decent boot capacity for family use
Comfortable motorway cruising with reasonable refinement at speed
Depreciation already bottomed out, so residual value is stable for a 2017 model

Years to avoid: 2013, 2014

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