Opel Zafira 2003 1.8i-16V
Opel Zafira 2003 1.8 petrol description
Minivan / MPV Opel Zafira 2003 1.8i-16V has been produced from January, 2003 to August, 2005. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 125 horsepower on 5600 rpm and torque 170 Nm (Newton metres) on 3800 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (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 270 000 and 450 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
Mechanically reliable engine, but the engine control unit can cause problems.
This Opel Zafira 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.25 litres.
Opel Zafira 2003 1.8i-16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Opel Zafira 2003 1.8i-16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 188 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Opel Zafira 2003 1.8i-16V fuel consumption is 8.2 litres per 100km (12.2 km/l), city fuel economy - 11 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.5 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 880 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Opel real everyday fuel consumption is 8.6 litres per 100 km, which is 5% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Opel Zafira fuel consumption.
Opel Zafira 2003 1.8i-16V technical data
| Model: | Opel Zafira 1.8i-16V | ||
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| Body style: | Minivan / MPV | ||
| Production period: | 2003. January ... 2005. August | ||
| Engine: | 1796 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 196 g/km |
| Power: | 125 HP ON 5600 RPM | Torque: | 170 NM ON 3800 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 188 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.5 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.2 (combined) 11.0 (urban) 6.5 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.6 l/100km (27.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 58 litres (15.3 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.32m (length) 1.74m (width) 1.63m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.5 meters | ||
| Ground clearance: | 150 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Seats: | 7 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 150 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1700 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1972 kg | ||
Opel Zafira 2003 1.8i-16V engine Z18XE
Engine reliability and common problems:
Mechanically reliable engine, but the engine control unit can cause problems.Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 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 | 1796 cm3 |
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| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 80.5 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 88.2 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.5 : 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. More service info |
| Timing belt change interval | 60,000 km |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Opel Zafira 2003 1.8i-16V oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 4.25 litres (4.5 quarts) More service info |
| Power | 125 HP ON 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 NM ON 3800 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2000 |
| Duration of production | 9 years |
| Engine also used on | Opel Astra Opel Vectra Opel Meriva 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 [2003 - 2005] 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) |
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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) |
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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) |
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Opel Zafira 2003 2.2 DTi-16V
Most powerfull diesel version (125 HP) |
2.2 Diesel | 125 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |