Opel Meriva 2003
Roomy and comfortable interior, good, powerful engine
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This generation of Opel Meriva has been produced from April, 2003 to December, 2005. We can provide information about 10 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 1.4 to 1.8 litres and power of from 84 to 125 horsepower un three diesel engines with displacement from 1.2 to 1.7 litres and power of from 70 to 101 horsepower.
The car is available with both manual (8 versions), as well as automatic (2 versions) gearbox.
Opel Meriva 2003 average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 6.4 to 7.9 litres per 100km, whereas for diesel engine - from 5 to 5.4 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Opel Meriva 2003 petrol engine version is Opel Meriva 1.4-16V, consuming 6.4 litres per 100km. While the most fuel efficient Opel Meriva 2003 diesel - for 100 kilometers consumes 5 liters of diesel.
According to user reviews, Opel Meriva real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 13 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy (on average +7% for petrol engines and +19% for diesel engines). For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Opel Meriva modification.
Opel Meriva 2003 CO2 emissions for petrol engine are from 154 to 190 grams per kilometer, whereas for diesel engine - from 135 to 146 grams per kilometer. From Opel Meriva with petrol engines the lowest CO2 emissions has Opel Meriva 1.4-16V which produces an average of 154 grams of CO2 per kilometer. In turn, from the Opel Meriva diesels least CO2 distributes Opel Meriva 1.3 CDTI - 135 grams per km.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 11.3 seconds has Opel Meriva 1.8-16V version, conversely the tardiest one is Opel Meriva 1.3 CDTI reaching this speed only in 17.8 seconds. The maximum top speed is 190 km/h for the 1.8 petrol 4-cylinder 125 hp version (Opel Meriva 1.8-16V) and the 1.8 petrol 4-cylinder 125 hp version (Opel Meriva 1.8-16V).
Lenght of Opel Meriva is 404 cm, it is small car. Opel Meriva gross weight is from 1785 to 1910 kg (depending on modification), this car is about 7 percent heavier than the average for this age and class of vehicles.
This Opel is in average price group - it can be purchased (in Latvia, EU) for around 1100 €. According to user reviews, average Opel Meriva repair costs are 160 € per year. Users calculated Opel Meriva 2003 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 1700 € cost per year and 0.18 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 54%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 30% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Opel Meriva for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about Opel Meriva prices and costs.
In user reviews Opel Meriva received average grade 7.1 (from 10) which is lower than average mark for similar aged cars (7.7). Ratings are quite controversial, both positive and not so good, read more in the reviews below. 69% of reviewers would recommend this car to the friend.
Opel Meriva modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Opel Meriva 2005 1.2D
Jan 2005 — Dec 2005 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.2 Diesel | 75 HP | 5.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Meriva 2005 1.3 CDTI
Aug 2005 — Dec 2005 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.3 Diesel | 70 HP | 5.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Meriva 2004 1.4-16V
Aug 2004 — Dec 2005 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.4 Petrol | 90 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Meriva 2003 1.6 Apr 2003 — Aug 2004 | 1.6 Petrol | 84 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Meriva 2003 1.6-16V | 1.6 Petrol | 101 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Meriva 2003 1.6-16V | 1.6 Petrol | 101 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Opel Meriva 2003 1.7 DTI Apr 2003 — Aug 2005 | 1.7 Diesel | 75 HP | 5.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Meriva 2003 1.7 CDTI
Most powerfull diesel version (101 HP) |
1.7 Diesel | 101 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Meriva 2003 1.8-16V
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 11.3 seconds |
1.8 Petrol | 125 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Opel Meriva 2003 1.8-16V
Most powerfull petrol version (125 HP) |
1.8 Petrol | 125 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Opel Meriva safety
During safety testing Opel Meriva has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Opel Meriva is evaluated with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Opel Meriva got one star.
Opel Meriva prices
Opel Meriva 2003 - 2005 minivan price in Latvia is from 500 € to 1700 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Opel Meriva price is more below average - Opel Meriva is approximately for 12 percents cheaper then average minivans of this age (compare minivans 2003 - 2005 prices). Despite of relatively low price Opel Meriva quality is above average (see below), so this Opel can be a good buy.
Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
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Opel Meriva 2005 price | 500 € | 1100 € | 1500 € | |
Opel Meriva 2004 price | 500 € | 1100 € | 1700 € | |
Opel Meriva 2003 price | 500 € | 1200 € | 1700 € |
Opel Meriva total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own Opel Meriva? Users calculated Opel Meriva 2003 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 1700 € cost per year and 0.18 € cost per one kilometer.
Opel Meriva 2003 total costs of ownership calculator
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Opel Meriva reliability and quality
According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service Opel Meriva reliability is above average. In the roadworthiness tests in 2017 defects were detected in an average of 27.1 percent of Opel Meriva 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 Meriva 2003 features (options)
Percentage of Opel Meriva with corresponding feature (option)
78% Metallic paint
62% Adjustable steering wheel
51% Climate control
25%
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Opel Meriva reviews
Total 24 Opel Meriva owner reviews
Pros: 1, 7 CDTI 74kw 101 hp engine is a very dynamic and frugal, good drivability, interior capacity, are not expensive repair costs.
Cons: Narrow, fairly hard suspension, uncomfortable seats and that's all.
Purchase year: | 2015 age of car 11 years) | Owned for | 24`000 kilometers (2 years) |
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Average fuel consumption: | 5.5 litres per 100km (40% urban driving) | ||
Total cost of repairs: | 570 € (~ 285 € per year) |
Would recomend this car to the friend