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Opel Meriva 1.7 DTI

General information

ModelOpel Meriva 1.7 DTI
Year1998
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating55 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1686 ccm (102.88 cubic inches)
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel mixed driving5.7 litres/100 km (41.63 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1686 ccm (102.88 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power75.00 PS (55 kW or 74 HP) at 4400 Rev. per min.
Max torque165.00 Nm (16.8 kgf-m or 121.7 ft.lbs) at 1800 Rev. per min.
Compression18.4:1
Fuel systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)17.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0556 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors5
Passenger space3820 litres (1,009 gallons)
Cargo space350 litres (92 gallons)
Optional cargo space1410 litres (373 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (429.1 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1350 kg (2,976.2 pounds)
Max weight with load1870 kg (4,122.6 pounds)
Overall length4050 mm (159.4 inches)
Overall width1700 mm (66.9 inches)
Overall height1630 mm (64.2 inches)
Wheelbase2640 mm (103.9 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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