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Opel Meriva

Opel Meriva — 5-door mpv, '''Petrol:'''; 1.0 L ''Z10XEP'' I3 12V; 1.4 L ''Z14XEP'' I4 16V; 1.6 L ''Z16XE'' I4 16V; 1.6 L ''Z16SE'' I4 8V; 1.6 L ''A16LER'' (LDW) ''turbo'' I4 (OPC); 1.8 L ''Z18XE'' I4 16V; '''Diesel:'''; 1.3 L ''MultiJet'' CDTI ''turbo'' I4 16V; 1.7 L ''Circle L'' DTI ''turbo'' I4 16V; 1.7 L ''Circle L'' CDTI ''turbo'' I4 16V. Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.

Engine'''Petrol:'''; 1.0 L ''Z10XEP'' I3 12V; 1.4 L ''Z14XEP'' I4 16V; 1.6 L ''Z16XE'' I4 16V; 1.6 L ''Z16SE'' I4 8V; 1.6 L ''A16LER'' (LDW) ''turbo'' I4 (OPC); 1.8 L ''Z18XE'' I4 16V; '''Diesel:'''; 1.3 L ''MultiJet'' CDTI ''turbo'' I4 16V; 1.7 L ''Circle L'' DTI ''turbo'' I4 16V; 1.7 L ''Circle L'' CDTI ''turbo'' I4 16V

Transmission5-speed manual; 6-speed manual; 5-speed automatic

About the Opel Meriva

Opel Meriva is a 5-door MPV in the mini mpv class. The available vehicle data lists '''Petrol:'''; 1.0 L ''Z10XEP'' I3 12V; 1.4 L ''Z14XEP'' I4 16V; 1.6 L ''Z16XE'' I4 16V; 1.6 L ''Z16SE'' I4 8V; 1.6 L ''A16LER'' (LDW) ''turbo'' I4 (OPC); 1.8 L ''Z18XE'' I4 16V; '''Diesel:'''; 1.3 L ''MultiJet'' CDTI ''turbo'' I4 16V; 1.7 L ''Circle L'' DTI ''turbo'' I4 16V; 1.7 L ''Circle L'' CDTI ''turbo'' I4 16V as an engine configuration, paired with 5-speed manual; 6-speed manual; 5-speed automatic and a Front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.

This Opel Meriva guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for '''Petrol:'''; 1.0 L ''Z10XEP'' I3 12V; 1.4 L ''Z14XEP'' I4 16V; 1.6 L ''Z16XE'' I4 16V; 1.6 L ''Z16SE'' I4 8V; 1.6 L ''A16LER'' (LDW) ''turbo'' I4 (OPC); 1.8 L ''Z18XE'' I4 16V; '''Diesel:'''; 1.3 L ''MultiJet'' CDTI ''turbo'' I4 16V; 1.7 L ''Circle L'' DTI ''turbo'' I4 16V; 1.7 L ''Circle L'' CDTI ''turbo'' I4 16V and 5-speed manual; 6-speed manual; 5-speed automatic transmission information. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.

Opel Meriva specifications at a glance

Use this table for the model-level essentials. Exact figures may vary by year, trim, engine and market.

Make	Opel
Model	Meriva
Model years	Not specified
Body style	5-door MPV
Vehicle class	Mini MPV
Manufacturer	Opel
Production	May 2003 – June 2017
Market / country	ES, FI, LU, NL, NZ, UA
Doors	Conventional doors (1st gen); Conventional doors (front) / coach doors (rear) (2nd gen)

Engine, transmission and performance

Engine information for the Opel Meriva includes '''Petrol:'''; 1.0 L ''Z10XEP'' I3 12V; 1.4 L ''Z14XEP'' I4 16V; 1.6 L ''Z16XE'' I4 16V; 1.6 L ''Z16SE'' I4 8V; 1.6 L ''A16LER'' (LDW) ''turbo'' I4 (OPC); 1.8 L ''Z18XE'' I4 16V; '''Diesel:'''; 1.3 L ''MultiJet'' CDTI ''turbo'' I4 16V; 1.7 L ''Circle L'' DTI ''turbo'' I4 16V; 1.7 L ''Circle L'' CDTI ''turbo'' I4 16V.. Transmission information includes 5-speed manual; 6-speed manual; 5-speed automatic.. The listed drivetrain/layout is Front-engine, front-wheel-drive.

Engine	'''Petrol:'''; 1.0 L ''Z10XEP'' I3 12V; 1.4 L ''Z14XEP'' I4 16V; 1.6 L ''Z16XE'' I4 16V; 1.6 L ''Z16SE'' I4 8V; 1.6 L ''A16LER'' (LDW) ''turbo'' I4 (OPC); 1.8 L ''Z18XE'' I4 16V; '''Diesel:'''; 1.3 L ''MultiJet'' CDTI ''turbo'' I4 16V; 1.7 L ''Circle L'' DTI ''turbo'' I4 16V; 1.7 L ''Circle L'' CDTI ''turbo'' I4 16V
Transmission	5-speed manual; 6-speed manual; 5-speed automatic
Drivetrain / layout	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive

Dimensions, weight and practicality

Dimensions and capacity figures are presented as published source data when available.

Wheelbase	2630 mm (104 in)
Length	4050 mm (159 in)
Width	1695 mm (66.7 in)
Height	1625 mm (64.0 in)

Opel Meriva other specifications

Name	Opel Meriva
Image	Opel Meriva B front 20100723.jpg
Aka	Vauxhall MerivaChevrolet Meriva

Opel Meriva generations and model years

Where a source covers multiple generations, CarCareTool selects the generation(s) that best match this catalog model instead of mixing unrelated variants.

Generation / scope	Years	Engine	Transmission	Drivetrain
Opel Meriva	May 2003 – June 2017	Not specified	Not specified	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
Meriva A	May 2003 – 2010 (Spain)2003 – 2012 (South America) (until 2013 in Argentina)	'''Petrol:'''; 1.0 L ''Z10XEP'' I3 12V; 1.4 L ''Z14XEP'' I4 16V; 1.6 L ''Z16XE'' I4 16V; 1.6 L ''Z16SE'' I4 8V; 1.6 L ''A16LER'' (LDW) ''turbo'' I4 (OPC); 1.8 L ''Z18XE'' I4 16V; '''Diesel:'''; 1.3 L ''MultiJet'' CDTI ''turbo'' I4 16V; 1.7 L ''Circle L'' DTI ''turbo'' I4 16V; 1.7 L ''Circle L'' CDTI ''turbo'' I4 16V	5-speed manual; 6-speed manual; 5-speed automatic	Not specified
Meriva B	June 12, 2010 – June 2017	'''Petrol:'''; 1.4 L ''Family 0'' I4; 1.4 L ''Family 0'' turbo I4; '''Diesel:'''; 1.3 L ''Family B'' I4; 1.7 L ''Circle L'' I4	5-speed manual6-speed manual6-speed automatic	Not specified

Opel Meriva features and equipment

Features shown below are tied to the available source material for this model. Equipment can vary by year, trim and market.

Standard or documented features

✓The Meriva in its most basic Latin American market configuration with one airbag received three stars for adult occupants and one star for toddlers from Latin NCAP in 2010

✓description=Chevrolet Meriva GL Plus + 1 Airbag

✓reference_code=2/chevrolet-meriva-gl-plus-+-1-airbag

TIRE PRESSURE

Recommended tire pressure for Opel Meriva

Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s cold inflation pressure. CarCareTool estimates are clearly labelled when an exact verified value is unavailable.

Normal load36 PSI front36 PSI rear

Fully loaded38 PSI front39 PSI rear

Load condition	Front	Rear	Status
Normal	36 PSI	36 PSI	Estimate
Fully loaded	38 PSI	39 PSI	Estimate

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Frequently asked questions about Opel Meriva

These FAQs are generated automatically for this specific vehicle from the specifications, features and ownership data available in CarCareTool. Questions are selected by relevance so the page focuses on details that can actually be answered for this model.

What engine does the Opel Meriva have?

The available source data lists the Opel Meriva engine as '''Petrol:'''; 1.0 L ''Z10XEP'' I3 12V; 1.4 L ''Z14XEP'' I4 16V; 1.6 L ''Z16XE'' I4 16V; 1.6 L ''Z16SE'' I4 8V; 1.6 L ''A16LER'' (LDW) ''turbo'' I4 (OPC); 1.8 L ''Z18XE'' I4 16V; '''Diesel:'''; 1.3 L ''MultiJet'' CDTI ''turbo'' I4 16V; 1.7 L ''Circle L'' DTI ''turbo'' I4 16V; 1.7 L ''Circle L'' CDTI ''turbo'' I4 16V. Engine availability can differ by model year and market.

What tire pressure should I use for the Opel Meriva?

For the correct setting, use the cold inflation pressure on the vehicle placard or in the owner’s manual. When CarCareTool does not have a verified configuration-specific value, its starting estimate is 36 PSI front and 36 PSI rear for normal load. This is an estimate, not an OEM recommendation.

What is the best engine oil for the Opel Meriva?

There is no single best engine oil for every Opel Meriva configuration. Use the viscosity grade and manufacturer approval specified for the exact engine in the owner’s manual.

What body style is the Opel Meriva?

The Opel Meriva is classified as a 5-door MPV.

What are the dimensions of the Opel Meriva?

The available source data lists length 4050 mm (159 in), width 1695 mm (66.7 in), height 1625 mm (64.0 in), and wheelbase 2630 mm (104 in).

What transmission does the Opel Meriva have?

The available source data lists 5-speed manual; 6-speed manual; 5-speed automatic transmission options for the Opel Meriva.

Is the Opel Meriva FWD, RWD or AWD?

The listed drivetrain/layout for the Opel Meriva is Front-engine, front-wheel-drive.

Who makes the Opel Meriva?

The manufacturer listed for the Opel Meriva is Opel.

When was the Opel Meriva produced?

The available source data describes production as May 2003 – June 2017.

Where was the Opel Meriva built?

The available source record lists assembly information as Spain: Zaragoza; Brazil: São José dos Campos (GM Brazil); Ukraine: Zaporizhzhia (AvtoZAZ).

What class of car is the Opel Meriva?

The Opel Meriva is listed in the Mini MPV class.

How many doors does the Opel Meriva have?

The available vehicle record lists Conventional doors (1st gen); Conventional doors (front) / coach doors (rear) (2nd gen) doors for the Opel Meriva.

What platform does the Opel Meriva use?

The available source data lists the platform/chassis as Gamma platform.

Which markets or countries sold the Opel Meriva?

The CarCareTool catalog currently associates the Opel Meriva with ES, FI, LU, NL, NZ, UA. Market availability and specifications can differ.

What came after the Opel Meriva?

The available vehicle data lists Opel Crossland as a successor where applicable.

What cars are related to the Opel Meriva?

The available source data identifies related models as Opel Corsa COpel Combo COpel Tigra TwinTop. Relationships can vary by market and generation.

How often should I check the tire pressure on the Opel Meriva?

Check the tires regularly and before long trips, with the tires cold. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual as the source of the manufacturer’s recommended pressure.

Should I use the tire sidewall pressure for the Opel Meriva?

No. The maximum pressure printed on the tire sidewall is not automatically the vehicle’s recommended setting. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the correct cold inflation pressure.

Does the recommended tire pressure change when the Opel Meriva is fully loaded?

It can. Many vehicles specify a different cold pressure for heavier loads. Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the exact loading condition.

Can the Opel Meriva have different tire pressures front and rear?

Yes. Some vehicles specify different front and rear pressures because axle loads and vehicle configurations differ. Follow the exact vehicle recommendation where available.

Data sources and verification are available in the page editor; exact specifications can vary by year, market, trim and engine.

Opel Meriva images

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