Opel Zafira 2008 1.7 CDTi

Opel Zafira 2008 1.7 diesel description

Minivan / MPV Opel Zafira 2008 1.7 CDTi has been produced from January, 2008 to January, 2011. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.7 litres, which produces power of 125 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 280 Nm (Newton metres) on 2300 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and VGT turbine. The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 300 000 to 510 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Opel Zafira 1.7 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.4 litres.

Opel Zafira 2008 1.7 CDTi has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Opel Zafira 2008 1.7 CDTi accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 189 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Opel Zafira 2008 1.7 CDTi in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 5.7 litres per 100km (17.5 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Opel Zafira 2008 - 2011 version, fuel consumption in city - 7.1 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 4.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 58 litres or 15.32 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1000 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1180 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Opel real everyday fuel consumption is 6.3 litres per 100 km, which is 11% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Opel Zafira fuel consumption.

Opel Zafira 2008

Opel Zafira 2008 1.7 CDTi technical data

Model: Opel Zafira 1.7 CDTi
Body style: Minivan / MPV
Production period: 2008. January ... 2011. January 
Engine: 1686 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 152 g/km
Power: 125 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 280 NM ON 2300 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Maximum speed: 189 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 12.3 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.7 (combined) 7.1 (urban) 4.9 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 6.3 l/100km (37.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 58 litres (15.3 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.48m (length) 1.80m (width) 1.63m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.1 meters
Ground clearance: 150 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Trunk capacity: 540 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1820 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 2180 kg

Opel Zafira 2008 1.7 CDTi engine A17DTR

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 300,000 to 510,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
Engine displacement 1686 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 79 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 86 mm
Compression ratio 18.1 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing belt

Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher.

Fuel system Common Rail

Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair.

Opel Zafira 2008 1.7 CDTi oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 5.4 litres (5.7 quarts)
Coolant capacity 7.1 litres (7.5 quarts)
Power 125 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 280 NM ON 2300 RPM
Start of production (year) 2009
Duration of production 3 years
Engine also used on Opel Astra Opel Meriva Opel Corsa

All Opel Zafira minivan [2008 - 2011] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Opel Zafira 2008 1.6

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.6 Petrol 115 HP 7.1 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Zafira 2008 1.7 CDTi

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.7 Diesel 110 HP 5.7 l/100km Manual (6)
Opel Zafira 2008 1.7 CDTi

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.7 Diesel 125 HP 5.7 l/100km Manual (6)
Opel Zafira 2008 1.8

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.8 Petrol 140 HP 7.4 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Zafira 2008 1.8

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.8 Petrol 140 HP 7.2 l/100km Automatic (5)
Opel Zafira 2009 1.8 XER ecoFLEX Jan 2009 — Dec 2010 1.8 LPG 140 HP 7.2 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Zafira 2008 1.9 CDTi 1.9 Diesel 120 HP 7.2 l/100km Automatic (6)
Opel Zafira 2010 1.9 CDTi Jan 2010 — Jan 2011

Most powerfull diesel version (150 HP)

1.9 Diesel 150 HP 6.1 l/100km Manual (6)
Opel Zafira 2010 1.9 CDTi Jan 2010 — Jan 2011

Most powerfull diesel version (150 HP)

1.9 Diesel 150 HP 7.2 l/100km Automatic (6)
Opel Zafira 2008 2.0 OPC

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.8 seconds

2.0 Petrol 240 HP 9.6 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Zafira 2008 2.2 2.2 Petrol 150 HP 8.2 l/100km Manual (6)
Opel Zafira 2008 2.2 2.2 Petrol 150 HP 8.5 l/100km Automatic (4)
Opel Zafira 2008 reviews
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