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Opel Zafira A (facelift 2003) 1.8 (125 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Opel Zafira:
The Opel Zafira is a car manufactured and marketed across three generations between 1999 and 2019 by Opel. Based on the Opel Astra platform, it is developed to occupy the multi-purpose vehicle segment.
The Zafira was also marketed under the Vauxhall marque in the United Kingdom until June 2018, the Holden marque in Australia until June 2005, and under a number of other market-specific brands and names.
The name "Zafira" derives from the Arabic word meaning to succeed. Since 2011, it received an additional moniker as the Zafira Tourer....(Read more on Wikipedia)
A (facelift 2003) Overview:
Opel Zafira (A (facelift 2003)). With 170 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1370 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13 s). The top speed reaches 180 km/h. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
1.8 (125 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Comfortable for urban driving, but the automatic transmission makes it less sprightly than the manual, especially when accelerating.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption is higher than the manual version, but still acceptable for an automatic petrol minivan.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Highly versatile Flex7 seating system
- • Spacious interior for a compact MPV
- • Good range of efficient diesel engines
- • Practical and family-friendly design
- • Affordable to buy and run (especially diesels)
Cons:
- • Some petrol engines can feel underpowered when fully loaded
- • Interior plastics can feel dated
- • Ride can be firm on certain road surfaces
- • Older models may suffer from common electrical or rust issues
- • Automatic transmissions can be less refined and fuel-efficient
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(B: December, 2007 - 2008).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Opel |
| Model: | Zafira |
| Generation: | A (facelift 2003) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 (125 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | February, 2003 |
| End of production: | March, 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Seats: | 7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 125 Hp @ 5600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 69.6 Hp/l [150mm less] |
| Torque: | 170 Nm @ 3800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Z18XE More details about the engine Z18XE |
| Engine displacement: | 1796 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
| Coolant: | 6.4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 80.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88.2 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 12.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.1 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 180 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11 kg/Hp, 91.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.1 kg/Nm, 124.1 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1370 |
| Max. weight: | 1960 |
| Max load: | 590 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1700 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 150 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 58 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4317 mm mm [150mm less] |
| Width: | 1742 mm mm [59mm less] |
| Height: | 1684 mm mm [39mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2694 mm mm [9mm less] |
| Front track: | 1470 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1487 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 5.5J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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