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Opel Meriva 1.6 Enjoy

General information

ModelOpel Meriva 1.6 Enjoy
Year1998
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating56.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1597 ccm (97.45 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving7.8 litres/100 km (30.16 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1597 ccm (97.45 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power100.00 PS (74 kW or 99 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque150.00 Nm (15.3 kgf-m or 110.6 ft.lbs) at 3600 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke79.0 x 81.5 mm (3.1 x 3.2 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed175.0 km/h (108.7 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0727 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

Brake detailsABS ABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight1375 kg (3,031.4 pounds)
Max weight with load1830 kg (4,034.5 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)
Wheelbase2640 mm (103.9 inches)
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