Opel Meriva 2005 1.6-16V Automatic
Opel Meriva 2005 1.6 petrol description
Minivan / MPV Opel Meriva 2005 1.6-16V Automatic has been produced from December, 2005 to December, 2010. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 105 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 150 Nm (Newton metres) on 3600 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 without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 270 000 to 450 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Opel Meriva 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.5 litres.
Opel Meriva 2005 1.6-16V Automatic has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Opel Meriva 2005 1.6-16V Automatic accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 14.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 176 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Opel Meriva 2005 1.6-16V Automatic in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 7.2 litres per 100km (13.9 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 9.8 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 52 litres or 13.74 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 720 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 900 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Opel real everyday fuel consumption is 7.7 litres per 100 km, which is 7% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Opel Meriva fuel consumption.

Opel Meriva 2005 1.6-16V Automatic technical data
Model: | Opel Meriva 1.6-16V Automatic | ||
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Body style: | Minivan / MPV | ||
Production period: | 2005. December ... 2010. December | ||
Engine: | 1600 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 173 g/km |
Power: | 105 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 150 NM ON 3600 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Maximum speed: | 176 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 14.3 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.2 (combined) 9.8 (urban) 5.7 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 7.7 l/100km (30.5 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: | 1830 kg |
Opel Meriva 2005 1.6-16V Automatic engine Z16XEP
Engine reliability:
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.Engine displacement | 1598 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 79 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 81.5 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. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Opel Meriva 2005 1.6-16V Automatic oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 4.5 litres (4.8 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 6.3 litres (6.7 quarts) |
Power | 105 HP ON 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 NM ON 3600 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2002 |
Duration of production | 7 years |
Engine also used on | Opel Astra Opel Zafira Opel Vectra |
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 |
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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) |