2003-2010 Meriva OverviewVauxhall 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 BHP
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- 34.4 - 56.5 mpg
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- 1,330 - 1,460 kg
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- 350 - 1,410 L
This generation of the Vauxhall Meriva was produced by the German manufacturer Vauxhall between 2003 - 2010. It's a front engined front-wheel drive MPV. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 74 BHP 1.2 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine all the way to a 178 BHP 1.6 L Inline 4 Turbo petrol 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 Vauxhall Meriva OPC / VXR which scores 2★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 178 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 123 BHP/Tonne 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 Vauxhall 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 360-1,410 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,200 kg.
Euro NCAP Results
