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Opel Meriva 1.8 Cosmo

General information

ModelOpel Meriva 1.8 Cosmo
Year1999
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating58.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1796 ccm (109.59 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving8.2 litres/100 km (28.69 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1796 ccm (109.59 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power119.60 PS (88 kW or 118 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque166 Nm (16.9 kgf-m or 122.4 ft.lbs) at 4600 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)11.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0867 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

Weight1380 kg (3,042.4 pounds)
Max weight with load1835 kg (4,045.5 pounds)
Towing weight1200 kg (2,645.5 pounds)
Overall length4050 mm (159.4 inches)
Overall width1700 mm (66.9 inches)
Overall height1630 mm (64.2 inches)
Wheelbase2670 mm (105.1 inches)
Fuel capacity53.0 litres (14.00 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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