2003-2010 Meriva OverviewOpel Meriva Overview (2003 - 2010)
2003 - 2010
Tech Specs Summary
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- 93 - 137 mph
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- 8.5 - 17.8 seconds
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- 74 - 178 hp
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- 28.6 - 47 mpg
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- 2,932 - 3,219 lbs
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- 12.4 - 49.8 ft3
This generation of the Opel Meriva was produced by the German manufacturer Opel between 2003 - 2010. It's a front engined front-wheel drive MPV. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 74 hp 1.2 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine all the way to a 178 hp 1.6 L Inline 4 Turbo gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and torsion beam rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Meriva is the Opel Meriva OPC / VXR which scores 2★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 178 hp and a power/weight ratio of 17.97 lb/hp it has a top speed of 137 mph and gets to 62 mph in 8.5 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Opel Meriva 1.3 CDTI 75 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 658 miles and can store 12.7-49.8 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 2,646 lbs.
Euro NCAP Results
