Opel Zafira 2003

This generation of Opel Zafira has been produced from January, 2003 to August, 2005. We can provide information about 9 modifications of this generation. The car has been produced only with front wheel drive.

This Opel is available with four petrol engines with displacement from 1.6 to 2.2 litres and power of from 101 to 200 horsepower un two diesel engines with displacement from 2.0 to 2.2 litres and power of from 101 to 125 horsepower.
The car is available with both manual (6 versions), as well as automatic (3 versions) gearbox.

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Opel Zafira 2003 average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 7.5 to 10.1 litres per 100km, whereas for diesel engine - from 6.3 to 7.3 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Opel Zafira 2003 petrol engine version is Opel Zafira 1.6i-16V, consuming 7.5 litres per 100km. While the most fuel efficient Opel Zafira 2003 diesel - Opel Zafira 2.0 DTi-16V for 100 kilometers consumes 6.3 liters of diesel.
According to user reviews, Opel Zafira real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 8 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy (on average +9% for petrol engines and +6% for diesel engines). For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Opel Zafira modification.

Opel Zafira 2003 CO2 emissions for petrol engine are from 180 to 214 grams per kilometer, whereas for diesel engine - from 169 to 196 grams per kilometer. From Opel Zafira with petrol engines the lowest CO2 emissions has Opel Zafira 1.6i-16V which produces an average of 180 grams of CO2 per kilometer. In turn, from the Opel Zafira diesels least CO2 distributes Opel Zafira 2.0 DTi-16V - 169 grams per km.

The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 8.2 seconds has Opel Zafira OPC Turbo 2.0 version, conversely the tardiest one is Opel Zafira 2.0 DTi-16V reaching this speed only in 14.5 seconds. The maximum top speed is 220 km/h for the 2.0 petrol 200 hp version (Opel Zafira OPC Turbo 2.0).

Lenght of Opel Zafira is 432 cm, it is medium size car. Opel Zafira gross weight is from 1960 to 2085 kg (depending on modification), this car is about 9 percent heavier than the average for this age and class of vehicles. Opel Zafira trunk space is 150 litres, by folding down all rear seats boot capacity can be increased to 1705 litres.

This Opel is in average price group - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 1200 €. According to user reviews, average Opel Zafira repair costs are 170 € per year. Users calculated Opel Zafira 2003 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 1900 € cost per year and 0.15 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 61%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 26% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Opel Zafira for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about Opel Zafira prices and costs.

In user reviews Opel Zafira received average grade 7.8 (from 10) it corresponds to average rate for cars of this age. Ratings are quite controversial, both positive and not so good, read more in the reviews below. 94% of reviewers would recommend this car to the friend.

Opel Zafira modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Opel Zafira 2003 1.6i-16V

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.6 Petrol 101 HP 7.5 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Zafira 2003 1.8i-16V 1.8 Petrol 125 HP 8.2 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Zafira 2003 1.8i-16V 1.8 Petrol 125 HP 8.7 l/100km Automatic (4)
Opel Zafira 2003 OPC Turbo 2.0

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.2 seconds

2.0 Petrol 200 HP 10.1 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Zafira 2003 2.0 DTi-16V

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 101 HP 6.3 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Zafira 2003 2.0 DTi-16V 2.0 Diesel 101 HP 7.3 l/100km Automatic (4)
Opel Zafira 2003 2.2i-16V 2.2 Petrol 147 HP 8.5 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Zafira 2003 2.2i-16V 2.2 Petrol 147 HP 8.9 l/100km Automatic (4)
Opel Zafira 2003 2.2 DTi-16V

Most powerfull diesel version (125 HP)

2.2 Diesel 125 HP 6.5 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Zafira service and maintenanceOil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.

Opel Zafira prices

Opel Zafira 2003 - 2005 minivan price in Latvia is from 500 € to 2100 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Opel Zafira price is below average - Opel Zafira is approximately for 11 percents cheaper then average minivans of this age (compare minivans 2003 - 2005 prices). The reason of Opel Zafira low price could be its poor quality (see below) so we recommend particularly examine the car before purchase and do not choose it only by price.

YearLowestAverageHighestAvailability
Opel Zafira 2005 price 900 € 1400 € 2000 €
Opel Zafira 2004 price 900 € 1300 € 2100 €
Opel Zafira 2003 price 500 € 1000 € 1600 €

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Opel Zafira reliability and quality

According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service Opel Zafira reliability is above average. In the roadworthiness tests in 2017 defects were detected in an average of 25 percent of Opel Zafira of this generation (on average 13 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 27.1%.

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Opel Zafira 2003 features (options)

Percentage of Opel Zafira with corresponding feature (option)

Conditioning
73%
Metallic paint
64%
Adjustable steering wheel
61%
Roof bars (railings)
59%
Climate control
53%
Cruise control
40%
Rain sensor
11%
Heated seats
11%

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Opel Zafira reviews

Total 62 Opel Zafira owner reviews

Opel Zafira 2003 Diesel 2.0 litres, Manual gearbox
Purchase year:2012 (age of car 9 years) Owned for:86`000 kilometers (4 years)
Average fuel consumption: 5.5 litres per 100km (30% urban driving)
Total car rating:
8
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   male, age 63
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