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Opel Meriva

General information

ModelOpel Meriva
Year2002
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating61.1 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving7.5 litres/100 km (31.36 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power82.10 PS (60 kW or 81 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque150.00 Nm (15.3 kgf-m or 110.6 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.6:1
Bore x stroke79.1 x 81.5 mm (3.1 x 3.2 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlOverhead cam (OHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)13.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0679 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4610 litres (1,218 gallons)
Cargo space350 litres (92 gallons)
Optional cargo space1410 litres (373 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringOptional traction control. Optional Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1210 kg (2,667.6 pounds)
Max weight with load2025 kg (4,464.4 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)
Wheelbase2710 mm (106.7 inches)
Fuel capacity52.0 litres (13.74 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
CO2 emissions221.0 g/km
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