Opel Meriva 2005 1.4-16V

Opel Meriva 2005 1.4 petrol description

Minivan / MPV Opel Meriva 2005 1.4-16V has been produced from December, 2005 to December, 2010. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.4 litres, which produces power of 90 horsepower on 5600 rpm and torque 125 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 without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 240 000 to 410 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Opel Meriva 1.4 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.5 litres.

Opel Meriva 2005 1.4-16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Opel Meriva 2005 1.4-16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 13.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 168 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Opel Meriva 2005 1.4-16V in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 6.4 litres per 100km (15.6 km/l), city fuel economy - 8.3 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 52 litres or 13.74 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 800 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 980 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Opel real everyday fuel consumption is 6.9 litres per 100 km, which is 8% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Opel Meriva fuel consumption.

Opel Meriva 2005

Opel Meriva 2005 1.4-16V technical data

Model: Opel Meriva 1.4-16V
Body style: Minivan / MPV
Production period: 2005. December ... 2010. December 
Engine: 1364 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 154 g/km
Power: 90 HP ON 5600 RPM Torque: 125 NM ON 4000 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Maximum speed: 168 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 13.8 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.4 (combined) 8.3 (urban) 5.3 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 6.9 l/100km (34.1 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 52 litres (13.7 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.04m (length) 1.69m (width) 1.62m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.5 meters
Trunk capacity: 350 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1410 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1785 kg

Opel Meriva 2005 1.4-16V engine Z14XEP

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 240,000 to 410,000 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 1364 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 73.4 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 80.6 mm
Compression ratio 10.5 : 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 Meriva 2005 1.4-16V oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 3.5 litres (3.7 quarts)
Coolant capacity 5.6 litres (5.9 quarts)
Power 90 HP ON 5600 RPM
Torque 125 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 Astra Opel Corsa Opel Combo

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 Meriva minivan [2005 - 2010] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Opel Meriva 2006 1.2D Jan 2006 — Dec 2010

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.2 Diesel 75 HP 5.0 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Meriva 2005 1.3 CDTI Dec 2005 — Jan 2010

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.3 Diesel 70 HP 5.0 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Meriva 2005 1.4-16V

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.4 Petrol 90 HP 6.4 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Meriva 2009 1.4LPG Jan 2009 — Dec 2010 1.4 LPG 90 HP 6.2 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Meriva 2005 1.6-16V 1.6 Petrol 105 HP 7.3 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Meriva 2005 1.6-16V Automatic 1.6 Petrol 105 HP 7.2 l/100km Automatic (5)
Opel Meriva 2006 1.6 Jan 2006 — Dec 2009

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8 seconds

1.6 Petrol 180 HP 7.8 l/100km Manual (6)
Opel Meriva 2005 1.7 CDTI Dec 2005 — Jan 2007 1.7 Diesel 101 HP 5.3 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Meriva 2006 1.7D Jan 2006 — Dec 2010

Most powerfull diesel version (125 HP)

1.7 Diesel 125 HP 5.4 l/100km Manual (6)
Opel Meriva 2005 1.8-16V 1.8 Petrol 125 HP 7.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Opel Meriva 2005 1.8-16V Automatic 1.8 Petrol 125 HP 7.8 l/100km Automatic (5)
Opel Meriva 2005 reviews
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