Opel Meriva 2005 1.8-16V Automatic
Opel Meriva 2005 1.8 petrol description
Minivan / MPV Opel Meriva 2005 1.8-16V Automatic has been produced from December, 2005 to December, 2010. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 125 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 170 Nm (Newton metres) on 4600 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 Meriva 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.25 litres.
Opel Meriva 2005 1.8-16V Automatic has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Opel Meriva 2005 1.8-16V Automatic accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 190 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Opel Meriva 2005 1.8-16V Automatic fuel consumption is 7.8 litres per 100km (12.8 km/l), city fuel economy - 10.7 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 52 litres or 13.74 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 660 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 840 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Opel is in line with, and sometimes even lower than, the manufacturer's stated combined consumption. More - Real Opel Meriva fuel consumption.

Opel Meriva 2005 1.8-16V Automatic technical data
Model: | Opel Meriva 1.8-16V Automatic | ||
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Body style: | Minivan / MPV | ||
Production period: | 2005. December ... 2010. December | ||
Engine: | 1796 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 187 g/km |
Power: | 125 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 170 NM ON 4600 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 190 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.3 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.8 (combined) 10.7 (urban) 6.1 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 7.8 l/100km (30.2 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: | 1835 kg |
Opel Meriva 2005 1.8-16V Automatic 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 Meriva 2005 1.8-16V Automatic oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 4.25 litres (4.5 quarts) More service info |
Coolant capacity | 6.45 litres (6.8 quarts) |
Power | 125 HP ON 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 NM ON 4600 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2000 |
Duration of production | 9 years |
Engine also used on | Opel Astra Opel Zafira 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 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) |