Opel Zafira
Opel Zafira technical data
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Is Opel Zafira a reliable car?
In general, the Opel Zafira reliability is slightly below average. The number of defects found on the Opel Zafira during the annual technical inspections is just above average for cars of a similar age.
Based on annual roadworthiness tests results, the Opel Zafira generation produced from 2003 to 2005 received the highest reliability ratings, while the models produced from 2008 to 2011 had the lowest reliability ratings, reliability scores vary quite significantly between generations of Opel Zafira. For more information, check the respective generation information.
Most Opel Zafira engines use a timing belt, which is generally regarded as less reliable than engines with a timing chain.
Opel Zafira reviews
Total 62 Opel Zafira owner reviews
| Purchase year: | 2017 (age of car 4 years) | Owned for: | 80`000 kilometers (2 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 7.5 litres per 100km (60% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 130 € (~ 65 € per year) | ||
Would NOT recomend this car to the friend
Pros: When switching from a 2008 Nissan SUV to this 2013 Minivan, the feelings are simply WOW! A spaceship that you don't understand how to ride with it. But the sensors do everything for you. The capacity is really surprisingly large and a lot of different pockets, glove compartments, etc. I didn't feel speed in my Zafira, very good dynamics. Ideal for family trips, as well as for households (trimmers, furniture, I even loaded my own 750kg self-leveling mixture, as well as a 140kg unit for sharpening branches). And after all the weight I transferred, I went out to the technical inspection without unnecessary expenses, there was only a little free movement in the rear axle bush. Let me mention that the car moved to R19 original discs on a daily basis. Rolling was ideal for him. I drove very little on dirt roads and stairs, but feel the speed bumps every day.
Cons: The first thing that surprised was rust, because it seemed that the car was relatively new. Certainly not great. I didn't know the history of the car, but after the purchase, when the first 1000km was covered, the first mysterious defect appeared. Something vibrated when I started driving. I was very worried about how much I had a slot machine. I drove for a while and the vibration disappeared by itself.
After a long time, another problem appeared, which was not clear. Service mode turned on, giving gas on top. No lights on the panel come on, but the car suddenly does not go faster than 20 km / h. Step aside, restart the engine and keep driving, hoping it won't happen again. I changed some sensot, was really cool and after three weeks the service mode starts again. The place where I bought the part refused to change it. I wasn't happy to buy again because I wasn't sure if that sensor was to blame. I drove for a while wisely so that the turbo does not blow and does not switch to service mode. The problem disappeared on its own. After all that chakra, I drove about 10,000 km and nothing like that happened again. My suspicion was that it was due to moisture somewhere.
| Purchase year: | 2013 (age of car 7 years) | Owned for: | 40`000 kilometers (2 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 9.5 litres per 100km (60% urban driving) | ||
Would NOT recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Pleasant and ergonomic interior. Good steering. Very powerful brakes.
Cons: Lack of power. There is no information on engine coolant temperature - it tends to boil at heavy traffic. Expensive parts (for example thermostat 150 euro, window cleaners 50euro - only genuine parts fits etc.). Very embarrassing repairs - the front bulbs changeable through a trap-door at muddy wheel arch.
| Purchase year: | 2019 (age of car 19 years) | Owned for: | 40`000 kilometers (3 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 10.0 litres per 100km (70% urban driving) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: High capacity, high ground clearance, gasifies well and drives well on country roads
Cons: Sweating windows in winter, unpredictable electrical system, wires in the door leafs tend to get kinked and then something doesn't work.
| Purchase year: | 2009 (new car) | Owned for: | 160`000 kilometers (7 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 8.6 litres per 100km (80% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 3850 € (~ 550 € per year) | ||
Would NOT recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Overall, good "work horse"
Cons: High fuel consumption. Opel is no longer "German quality" there was a time that rain water was running into compartment along front door, including through rear brake lights on roof.
| Purchase year: | 2012 (age of car 9 years) | Owned for: | 86`000 kilometers (4 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 5.5 litres per 100km (30% urban driving) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: A practical car for handy owner. Optimal size for city traffic, also travel convenient (large luggage compartment)
Cons: Would like this one, but brand new! Zafira B is too big and impractical.
| Purchase year: | 2014 (age of car 8 years) | Owned for: | 70`000 kilometers (3 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 7.6 litres per 100km (50% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 280 € (~ 93 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Sufficiently large, comfortable and roomy car (even for 7 person). 150 "horses" make to forget those little repairs :)
Cons: Start to rust. The EGR is also not nice problem
| Purchase year: | 2017 (new car) | Owned for: | 60`000 kilometers (3 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 5.6 litres per 100km (30% urban driving) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Spacious and comfortable car.
Cons: Heavy front - shock absorbers fail to dampen the road recesses. I would like a handle on the left side of the boot lid.