Opel Meriva 2003 1.6-16V
Opel Meriva 2003 1.6 petrol description
Minivan / MPV Opel Meriva 2003 1.6-16V has been produced from April, 2003 to December, 2005. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 101 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, 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 280 000 and 480 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Opel Meriva 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.5 litres.
Opel Meriva 2003 1.6-16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Opel Meriva 2003 1.6-16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 14.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 176 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Opel Meriva 2003 1.6-16V fuel consumption is 7.2 litres per 100km (13.9 km/l), city fuel economy - 9.8 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 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 7.8 litres per 100 km, which is 8% 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 1.6-16V technical data
Model: | Opel Meriva 1.6-16V | ||
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Body style: | Minivan / MPV | ||
Production period: | 2003. April ... 2005. December | ||
Engine: | 1598 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 173 g/km |
Power: | 101 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 150 NM ON 3600 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top 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: | 7.8 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: | 1830 kg |
Opel Meriva 2003 1.6-16V engine Z16XE
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 280,000 to 480,000 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 | 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 2003 1.6-16V oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 3.5 litres (3.7 quarts) |
Power | 101 HP ON 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 NM ON 3600 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2000 |
Duration of production | 5 years |
Engine also used on | Opel Astra Opel Zafira Opel Vectra |
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) |