Opel Meriva 2003 1.4-16V
Opel Meriva 2003 1.4 petrol description
Minivan / MPV Opel Meriva 2003 1.4-16V has been produced from August, 2004 to December, 2005. 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 2003 1.4-16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Opel Meriva 2003 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 2003 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 7.1 litres per 100 km, which is 11% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Opel Meriva fuel consumption.
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 2003 1.4-16V technical data
Model: | Opel Meriva 1.4-16V | ||
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Body style: | Minivan / MPV | ||
Production period: | 2004. August ... 2005. 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: | 7.1 l/100km (33.1 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 2003 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 |
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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 2003 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 |
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 [2003 - 2005] 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) |