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Opel Meriva 1.4 Essentia

General information

ModelOpel Meriva 1.4 Essentia
Year2008
CategoryVans/minivans
Rating57 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1364 ccm (83.23 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving6.4 litres/100 km (36.75 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags6. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1364 ccm (83.23 cubic inches)
Max torque126 Nm (12.8 kgf-m or 92.9 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke73.4 x 88.6 mm (2.9 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemSequential port fuel injection (SFI/SEFI)
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlSingle overhead cam (SOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed168.0 km/h (104.4 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)13.8 seconds

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4760 litres (1,258 gallons)
Cargo space405 litres (107 gallons)
Optional cargo space1410 litres (373 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3
Climate controlAir condition.

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (440.9 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution
Front suspensionWishbone

Dimensions and weight

Weight1330 kg (2,932.1 pounds)
Max weight with load1435 kg (3,163.6 pounds)
Towing weight1200 kg (2,645.5 pounds)
Overall length4050 mm (159.4 inches)
Overall width1700 mm (66.9 inches)
Overall height1700 mm (66.9 inches)
Wheelbase2640 mm (103.9 inches)
Fuel capacity53.0 litres (14.00 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
CO2 emissions151.0 g/km
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