Opel Zafira 2003
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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.
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, EU) for around 1100 €. 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 1800 € 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 |
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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 prices
Opel Zafira 2003 - 2005 minivan price in Latvia is from 500 € to 1800 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Opel Zafira price is very low - Opel Zafira is approximately for 16 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.
Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
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Opel Zafira 2005 price | 800 € | 1300 € | 1800 € | |
Opel Zafira 2004 price | 500 € | 1100 € | 1600 € | |
Opel Zafira 2003 price | 500 € | 900 € | 1400 € |
Opel Zafira total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own Opel Zafira? Users calculated Opel Zafira 2003 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 1800 € cost per year and 0.15 € cost per one kilometer.
Opel Zafira 2003 total costs of ownership calculator
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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%.
Opel Zafira 2003 features (options)
Percentage of Opel Zafira with corresponding feature (option)
72% Metallic paint
63% Adjustable steering wheel
59% Roof bars (railings)
56% Climate control
53% Cruise control
38% Rain sensor
11%
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Opel Zafira reviews
Total 62 Opel Zafira owner reviews
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: | 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