Opel Zafira 2005 2.2

Opel Zafira 2005 2.2 petrol description

Minivan / MPV Opel Zafira 2005 2.2 has been produced from August, 2005 to January, 2007. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.2 litres, which produces power of 150 horsepower on 5600 rpm and torque 215 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 220 000 and 370 000 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 2.2 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5 litres.

Opel Zafira 2005 2.2 has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Opel Zafira 2005 2.2 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 200 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Opel Zafira 2005 2.2 fuel consumption is 8.2 litres per 100km (12.2 km/l), city fuel economy - 11.6 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 58 litres or 15.32 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 700 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 860 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Opel real everyday fuel consumption is 9.4 litres per 100 km, which is 15% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Opel Zafira fuel consumption.

Opel Zafira safety

During safety testing Opel Zafira has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Opel Zafira is evaluated with five stars, children safety - with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Opel Zafira got two stars.

With the same engine there are also two other Opel Zafira versions - with manual gearbox (Opel Zafira 2005 2.2 MT), and with manual gearbox (Opel Zafira 2007 2.2 MT) available:
  • Opel Zafira 2005 2.2 MT manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 8.2 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.6 litres per 100 km or 6 % - 8.8 litres per 100 km
  • Opel Zafira 2007 2.2 MT manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 8.2 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 3 % - 9.1 litres per 100 km
Opel Zafira 2005

Opel Zafira 2005 2.2 technical data

Model: Opel Zafira 2.2
Body style: Minivan / MPV
Production period: 2005. August ... 2007. January 
Engine: 2198 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 197 g/km
Power: 150 HP ON 5600 RPM Torque: 215 NM ON 4000 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (4 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 200 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.6 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 8.2 (combined) 11.6 (urban) 6.7 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 9.4 l/100km (25 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 58 litres (15.3 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.47m (length) 1.80m (width) 1.64m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.1 meters
Seats: 7 seats
Trunk capacity: 140 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1820 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 2135 kg

Opel Zafira 2005 2.2 engine Z22YH

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 2198 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 86 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 94.6 mm
Compression ratio 12 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

Fuel system Injection
Opel Zafira 2005 2.2 oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 5 litres (5.3 quarts)
Coolant capacity 7.6 litres (8 quarts)
Power 150 - 155 HP ON 5600 RPM
Torque 215 - 220 NM ON 4000 RPM
Start of production (year) 2003
Duration of production 7 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2006 onwards.

Engine also used on Opel Vectra Opel Signum

Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design.

All Opel Zafira minivan [2005 - 2008] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Opel Zafira 2005 1.6 Aug 2005 — Jan 2007

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.6 Petrol 105 HP 7.1 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Zafira 2007 1.6 Jan 2007 — Jan 2008

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.6 Petrol 105 HP 7.1 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Zafira 2007 1.6 CNG Jan 2007 — Jan 2008

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.6 Diesel 94 HP 5.2 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Zafira 2005 1.8 Aug 2005 — Jan 2007 1.8 Petrol 140 HP 7.6 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Zafira 2007 1.8 Jan 2007 — Jan 2008 1.8 Petrol 140 HP 7.6 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Zafira 2005 1.8 Nov 2005 — Jan 2007 1.8 Petrol 140 HP 7.6 l/100km Automatic (5)
Opel Zafira 2007 1.8 Jan 2007 — Jan 2008 1.8 Petrol 140 HP 7.4 l/100km Automatic (5)
Opel Zafira 2005 1.9 CDTi

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

1.9 Diesel 100 HP 6.1 l/100km Manual (6)
Opel Zafira 2005 1.9 CDTi

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

1.9 Diesel 120 HP 6.1 l/100km Manual (6)
Opel Zafira 2005 1.9 CDTi 1.9 Diesel 120 HP 7.2 l/100km Automatic (6)
Opel Zafira 2005 1.9 CDTi

Most powerfull diesel version (150 HP)

1.9 Diesel 150 HP 6.2 l/100km Manual (6)
Opel Zafira 2005 1.9 CDTi

Most powerfull diesel version (150 HP)

1.9 Diesel 150 HP 7.2 l/100km Automatic (6)
Opel Zafira 2005 2.0 Turbo 2.0 Petrol 200 HP 9.5 l/100km Manual (6)
Opel Zafira 2005 2.0 OPC Nov 2005 — Jan 2008

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.8 seconds

2.0 Petrol 240 HP 9.6 l/100km Manual (6)
Opel Zafira 2005 2.2 Aug 2005 — Jan 2007 2.2 Petrol 150 HP 8.2 l/100km Manual (6)
Opel Zafira 2007 2.2 Jan 2007 — Jan 2008 2.2 Petrol 150 HP 8.2 l/100km Manual (6)
Opel Zafira 2005 2.2 Aug 2005 — Jan 2007 2.2 Petrol 150 HP 8.2 l/100km Automatic (4)
Opel Zafira 2007 2.2 Jan 2007 — Jan 2008 2.2 Petrol 150 HP 8.5 l/100km Automatic (4)
Opel Zafira 2005 reviews
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