Opel 2009 Meriva User manual

Meriva 2009 Models Edition 1
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Exterior style
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Features explained
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Colours and trims
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Meriva OPC
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Club and Design
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Accessories
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Expression and Life
14
Versatility, features and equipment
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Safety and security
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Engines and dynamics
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FlexSpace®
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Environmental issues
Looking for a compact MPV that’s easy to park and
manoeuvre around town? A car that makes rear
passengers of all ages feel as welcome as those in
the front – with adjustable rear seats that fit family
members of all sizes and their luggage? Check out the
latest Meriva models from Opel. With fresh style,
lively engine choices and great features throughout,
today’s Meriva fits your family’s lifestyle – effortlessly.
This brochure covers M eriva Expression, Life, Club, Design and OPC models only. Some of the vehicles
shown include options and accessories available at extra cost. And not a ll of the fe atures describ ed
are available on every model. So please check in the Opel Meriva Price Guide for fur ther details.
From time to time, we also offer alternative Meriva models such as Special Editions, feat ured in their
own separate literature or found on the Opel website: www.opel.ie
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Technical data
Make the world
adjust to you.

Stylish.
Compact.
Spacious.
With sharp lines and brilliant detailing, Meriva has bags of visual appeal.
And everything is designed to make life that little bit easier, whether
you’re loading up at the supermarket, finding a place to park or simply
heading off for a great day out.
Please note: Wheel design on Club model may dif fer from t hat illustrate d.
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And always fun.

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Meriva’s FlexSpace®seating system is all about finding simple ways to accommodate
every family transport need, however unexpected, without removing the seats.
With rear seats that move backwards, forwards – even sideways – and a 40/20/40
split-folding seat back, Meriva can always make room for friends, family and luggage
– plus all the children’s bags or buggies. You can even recline the outer rear seats
for a more relaxed seating position.
Extra legroom?
Extra bag room?
Extra flexibility?
Welcome to
FlexSpace.
®

We all share a responsibility to look after our world. That’s why Opel has always
been at the forefront of green automotive initiatives. Most recently, we are
looking at ways to further reduce vehicle CO2emissions and working on even
cleaner, alternative power sources, including zero-emission fuel cell technology.
But our commitment to preserving the environment goes even further. We
have drastically reduced manufacturing emissions, for example, and our
new vehicles use more recycled materials and more recyclable parts than
ever before. We also offer free and easily accessible, environmentally friendly,
end-of-life vehicle disposal.
That way, we reduce our environmental impact in every phase of every vehicle’s
life cycle. Because your world is our world, too.
always respecting
our world.
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Engines and dynamics
Where driving becomes a real pleasure.
Meriva’s advanced petrol and common rail turbo diesels pack plenty of punch, with low fuel consumption and low service
requirements. So it’s fun – and affordable – to drive. And with intelligent chassis features like ABS, DSA, ESP and TC, you
can be sure it’s designed to put the driver in control, whatever the road conditions.
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Driving dynamics. A family car
that’s great to drive. Meriva gives you
a real feeling of confidence at the
wheel – secure in the corners and agile
in all conditions. The ride is beautifully
balanced – no matter how many
people you have on board. And the
intelligent chassis features like Dynamic
SAfety (DSA) suspension – which
enhances stability when braking on
surfaces with differing levels of grip
on either side of the vehicle – combined
with anti-lock brakes and traction
control gives the sort of active safety
you would expect from Opel.
ABS. Meriva’s Anti-lock Braking System
(ABS) with Electronic Brakeforce
Distribution (EBD) and Emergency Brake
Assist (EBA) can reduce emergency
stopping distances, particularly on
slippery roads. It prevents the wheels
from locking up and allows drivers to
retain steering control. A more detailed
explanation of the EBA function can be
found in the Features explained section
on page 31.
Tinted rear lights. Extra safety
with style. Meriva’s pillar-mounted
rear lights increase visibility for
following drivers whilst integrating
perfectly into the car’s smooth rear
styling. High mounting also keeps
them out of harm’s way, protecting
against accidental parking damage.
ESP and Traction Control. Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) helps you
maintain control during adverse or emergency conditions. If the car begins to slide,
ESP gently applies corrective braking to the appropriate road wheel to help you
regain control. Traction Control (TC) helps prevent wheelspin during acceleration.
Further explanation can be found in the Features explained section on page 31.
Easytronic. Choose the 1.6i 16v
Twinport Easytronic model and you’ll
get a five-speed manual gearbox with
a fully automatic mode. In manual
mode, you simply push the lever
forward or back to shift gears up or
down. The facia display tells you what
gear you’re in – 1 to 5, N for Neutral or
A for Auto. Switch to fully automatic
mode and it has many of the features
of a regular automatic, including a
kickdown function. There’s no clutch
pedal so you can drive it on an
automatic-only driving licence.
Petrol engines. Meriva is available
with two petrol engines – highly
economical 1.4i 16v and dependable
1.6i 16v Twinport unit. The Twinport
variable induction system ensures lively
power delivery with high fuel economy
and low emissions.
Choice of transmissions. Meriva
can be specified with either a slick,
five-speed manual gearbox or, on
the 1.6i 16v Twinport model, Opel’s
innovative Easytronic transmission.
The ratios on five-speed manual
versions have been specifically
chosen to optimise flexibility and
promote ease of driving.
Common rail diesels. Meriva is available
with two advanced, common rail, turbo
diesel engines. The 1.3CDTi 16v 75PS
unit and more powerful 100PS 1.7CDTi
16v engine are designed to offer good
flexibility, tight emissions control and
low running costs.
Please note: not all of t he features lis ted are available
on every model. Please consult your Opel de aler for full
availability details.
Please note: Wheel design on Club model may dif fer
from that illustrated.

Adult occupant rating
Safety for the whole family.
With a 4-star EuroNCAP adult occupancy rating, you don’t need a family to appreciate Meriva’s many
safety features. Every model comes with twin front airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners and side-impact
protection beams. All three rear seats are equipped with adjustable head restraints and lap and diagonal
seatbelts – the centre belt pulls down from the headlining.
Safety and security
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Airbags. Every Meriva features
driver and front passenger airbags as
standard. Front seat side-impact
airbags and full-size curtain airbags
are available as part of the optional
Protection Pack, along with active-
safety front seat head restraints and
other important safety features.
Security. The hard work we’ve put into
securing your belongings has also led
to low, money-saving Meriva insurance
ratings. Features include an engine
deadlock immobiliser, remote control
central deadlocking and a visible
vehicle identification number.
ISOFIX child seat restraint system.
Every Meriva is fitted with ISOFIX child
seat restraint fittings on both outer
rear seats, with front passenger seat
fittings optional as part of the
Protection Pack. Used in conjunction
with Opel accessory child safety seats,
the rigid ISOFIX anchoring mechanism
virtually eliminates the dangers that
can result from incorrect child seat
installation. The Opel ISOFIX child seat
simply clicks into the mounting points
engineered into the car.
Powerful lighting. Halogen headlights
with electric headlight beam levelling
are standard on every Meriva. And
front fog lights, standard on Design
and optional as part of the Club Plus
Pack, help you see even more clearly,
and arrive safely, in the most
demanding of weather conditions.
Adaptive Forward Lighting
(AFL). Optional on Meriva Club and
Design models this sophisticated
halogen lighting system moves the
headlight beams up to 15 degrees
left or right when you turn the steering
wheel, helping improve your vision
of the approaching bend. Further
explanation can be found in the
Features explained section on page 31.
Please note: not all of t he features lis ted are available
on every model. Please consult your Opel de aler for full
availability details.
Welcome lighting and door-to-door
illumination. Meriva’s front, rear and
interior lights are activated when the
car is unlocked using the remote control
unit; they go out when the engine is
started, or when the car is locked.
On Club and Design models simply
flick the main beam headlight stalk
upon leaving the car and the dipped
headlights and rear lights stay on for
30 seconds, giving you time to make
your way safely from the vehicle in an
unlit driveway or car park.

How do you like to drive?
Meriva puts the driver firmly in control. To begin with, the six-way adjustable driver’s seat – including height adjustment –
plus a tiltable steering column on some models ensure the perfect driving position. And it’s just as comfortable in the back
as the front with many clever features designed to make every journey a pleasure; for everyone.
Versatility, features and equipment
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Perfect seating position. With a
six-way adjustable driver’s seat –
including height adjustment – and a
tiltable steering column on Club and
Design models, it’s easy to find the
perfect seating position. Design models
also feature a folding front armrest.
Air-con and ECC. Air conditioning
provides chilled air on hot days, faster
demisting on damp days and a more
pleasant atmosphere throughout the
year. Move up to Electronic Climate
Control (ECC) for a more consistent
control of the interior temperature.
Infotainment. If quality sounds are
high on your agenda, you won’t be
disappointed by Meriva. Choose Life
or Club and you get a quality CD
player/stereo radio with steering wheel
controls as standard. Select Design and
you’re also treated to our ingenious
rear seat Twin Audio®system and a CD
player capable of playing MP3 CD files.
Optional infotainment systems include
an auxiliary-in socket so you can play
tracks directly from your personal MP3
player, a CD autochanger and
the very best in satellite navigation
too. Meriva Club models can also be
specified with the latest Bluetooth®
mobile phone technology, operated
via the car’s steering wheel mounted
audio controls.
Twin Audio®.Meriva’s
independent rear seat Twin Audio®
system – standard on Design,
optional on Club – comes with a
single headphone set and separate
rear controls. There’s an on/off switch,
the ability to change between CD
and radio tuner and a scan function.
So front and rear passengers can
listen to the radio or a CD totally
independently and at the same time.
It even mutes the rear speakers
when in use. Up to two headphone
sets can be accommodated with
independent headphone controls
for each. Additional headphone sets and
alternative earhook headphones (shown
above) are available as accessories.
Clever storage solutions. Meriva
is packed with practical storage ideas.
Depending on which model you choose,
you’ll find features like a stowage net
and underseat storage tray for the front
passenger, a driver’s sunglasses holder,
coin and drinks holders, luggage hooks
and more.
Fold-out tray tables. Meriva’s
practical tray tables, with their integrated
drinks holders – standard on Club and
Design models – provide a handy
surface for a variety of uses. They also
come with net pockets for both front
seat backs – perfect for magazines and
other rear passenger belongings.
Underfloor storage. All Opel cars
will keep your luggage under cover and
out of sight, but the Meriva luggage
compartment also features two side
storage bins and an underfloor storage
area, with three compartments including
a special one designed for a warning
triangle (not supplied).
Please note: not all of t he features lis ted are available
on every model. Please consult your Opel de aler for full
availability details.

Life Expression
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EXPRESSION
Standard features include:
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Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
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Emergency Brake Assist (EBA)
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FlexSpace®flexible rear seats
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Twin front airbags
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Three rear seat head restraints
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Three lap and diagonal rear seatbelts
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Engine deadlock immobiliser
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Remote control central deadlocking
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Speed-sensitive power steering
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Cassette player/stereo radio (CC 20)
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Welcome lighting
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Driver’s seat height adjuster
•
Twin sunvisors with mirror and
document pocket
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ISOFIX child seat fixings on outer
rear seats
•
Dark-style tail lights
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Tinted glass
•
15-inch steel wheels with
flush wheel covers
•
Lights-on audible warning
Engine availability
1.4i 16v
Model illustrated features t wo-coat pearlescent paint,
optional at extra cost.
LIFE
Standard features include:
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Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
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Emergency Brake Assist (EBA)
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FlexSpace®flexible rear seats
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Twin front airbags
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Three rear seat head restraints
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Three lap and diagonal rear seatbelts
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Engine deadlock immobiliser
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Remote control central deadlocking
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Speed-sensitive power steering
•
Welcome lighting
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Driver’s seat height adjuster
•
ISOFIX child seat fixings on outer
rear seats
•
Dark-style tail lights
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Tinted glass
Additional features over
and above Expression model:
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Electrically operated front windows
with safety autoreverse and
one-touch facility
•
CD player/stereo radio (CD 30)
•
Steering wheel mounted
audio controls
Engine availability
1.4i 16v
1.6i 16v Easytronic
1.3CDTi 16v

Design Club
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CLUB
Additional features over
and above Life model:
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Air conditioning
•
Body-colour door handles and
side-protection mouldings
•
Body-colour electrically adjustable/
heated door mirrors
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Tiltable steering column
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Leather-covered steering wheel
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Electro-chromatic anti-dazzle
rear-view mirror (Club models only)
•
Black foil on door pillars
(except with Black Sapphire paint)
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Dark-tinted Solar Protect®glass
(excludes windscreen and
front door windows)
•
Front passenger’s underseat
storage tray
•
Map pockets and aviation-style
folding trays on front seat backs
•
Front and rear reading lights
•
Driver’s sunglasses holder
•
Door-to-door illumination
•
15-inch five-spoke ‘Structure’ wheels
Engine availability
1.4i 16v
1.6i 16v Easytronic
1.3CDTi 16v
Optional Club Plus Pack:
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16-inch alloy wheels with 205/50 R 16
ultra-low profile tyres (15-inch steel
spare wheel)
•
Electronic Climate Control (ECC)
incorporating air conditioning
•
Front fog lights
DESIGN
Additional features over
and above Club model:
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Cruise control
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Electrically operated rear windows
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Twin electrically operated sunroofs
•
Front fog lights with
chrome-effect surrounds
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CD player with MP3 format/stereo
radio (CD 30 MP3)
•
Rear seat Twin Audio®
•
Alloy-effect centre console
Engine availability
1.4i 16v
1.6i 16v Easytronic
1.3CDTi 16v
1.7CDTi 16v
Optional Design Plus Pack:
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Electronic Climate Control (ECC)
incorporating air conditioning
•
Solar Reflect®windscreen
•
Electro-chromatic anti-dazzle
rear-view mirror
•
Indirect night lighting
Model illustrated features t wo-coat pearlescent paint,
optional at extra cost.
Please note: Wheel design on Club model may dif fer
from that illustrated.
Model illustrated features two- coat metallic paint,
optional at extra cost.
Please note: Wheel design on D esign model may differ
from that illustrated.
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Accessories Accessories
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Rear parking distance sensors.
This invaluable parking aid is mounted
within the Meriva rear number plate
area. Activated automatically when
reverse gear is selected, it beeps as you
approach an obstruction changing to a
continuous tone when it’s approximately
300mm away.
Styling
FURTHER ACCESSORIES
AVAILABLE INCLUDE:
•Alarm system
•Floor mats
•Cargo liner
•Mudflaps
•Headlight protectors
•Detachable tow bar
•Electrically-chilled 12-litre cool bag
•Premium bicycle carrier
•Side loading bicycle carrier
•Alloy ski carrier
•Anti-slip mat
•Sunblinds
•Steering wheel security bar
•Dog guard
Developed in conjunction with auto design specialists Irmscher International,
Meriva styling accessories perfectly complement the vehicle’s lines, as well as
being manufactured to the same exacting standards as the car itself. For
availability details please ask your Opel dealer.
Irmscher alloy wheels. They’re the
perfect way to personalise your Meriva.
With a huge range to choose from
(style illustrated is Signa), and sizes
from 15 to 17 inches, you’re sure to find
one to suit your style and budget. And
don’t forget to ask about our accessory
wheel locking kits too.
Interior door sill covers. Protection
and style are offered in these stainless
steel finished sill covers. Available in
pairs (front only) or sets of four.
Cross hatch front grille. Being
different is easy with the cross hatch
front grille from Irmscher. Featuring the
Irmscher silhouette logo it adds style
and individuality.
Base carrier and roof box. The Opel
roof rack system begins with a base
carrier, comprising two T-track roof
bars which support a wide range of
attachments. These include a high
capacity roof box which is lockable
and easy to fit.
Child seats. Opel child seats are
ergonomically styled for comfort and
safety. The Baby-Safe (birth to 13kg),
and Kid (15-36kg) seats are fixed with
a standard lap and diagonal seatbelt,
while the Duo ISOFIX (9-18kg) can also
be attached using the ISOFIX child seat
restraint fittings, which are standard on
the outer rear seats of all Meriva models.
Opel accessories are the right choice for your Meriva. Whatever you’re into, there’s certain
to be an Opel accessory with your name on it, all fitted by trained Opel professionals.
You can also choose styling products from the OPC range as well as auto design specialist
Irmscher International. We’ve only featured a small selection of what’s available here but
just ask your Opel dealer for more details.
Inspired by Opel’s racing heritage,
Opel OPC styling products come with
all the same experience, knowledge,
and passion for style and performance.
They put the accent firmly on quality
and exclusivity, with a winning edge.
And they add flair, personality and
excitement to every Meriva model.
OPC styling products are available as
factory-fit option packs or accessories
fitted by your Opel dealer.
Styling
OPC Line One Styling Pack.
Add some extra style into your Meriva
with a front lower spoiler, side sills, rear
roof spoiler and rear skirt. All of these
items are also available separately as
retailer-fit accessories. Design model
illustrated also features optional 16-inch
alloy wheels available at extra cost.

MERIVA OPC
As a turbo powered, compact family-friendly MPV, Meriva OPC is a very special car. With its turbocharger overboost function, the 180PS 1.6i 16v engine can
increase peak torque to 260Nm for up to five seconds, just when you need it most. But when you’re revelling in the support of those Recaro seats and the
responsiveness of that lowered sports chassis, those five-second bursts may happen more frequently than you anticipate. Meriva OPC. It only deals in ultimates.
Model illustrated features Adaptive Forward Lighting and two-coat pearlescent paint, optional at extra cost.
Who said serious performance and family-style practicality don’t mix?
Quite simply, this is the clever and versatile MPV for anyone who loves
driving. Check out the unique OPC styling. Lowered and uprated sports
suspension. Not to mention the sensational, turbocharged 180PS 1.6i 16v
engine. Truth is, you won’t find a more rapid car in this class. But then,
with Meriva OPC, that’s only half the story.
Engine
1.6i 16v ECOTEC-4 Turbo (1598cc)
Max. power: 180PS (132kW) @ 5500rpm
Max. torque: 230Nm* (170 lb.ft.) @
2200-5500rpm
Transmission
> Six-speed manual gearbox
Performance (manufacturer’s figures)
> Maximum speed: 222km/h
> Acceleration 0-100km/h: 8.2secs
Suspension and brakes
> Lowered and uprated OPC sports
suspension
> Electronic Stability Programme (ESP)
including traction control
> Front ventilated disc brakes:
308mm diameter
> Rear disc brakes: 264mm diameter
Wheels and tyres
> 17-inch six-spoke alloy wheels
> 205/45 R 17 ultra-low profile tyres
OPC exterior features include
> OPC honeycomb sports front grille and
air dam/bumper
> OPC fog lights
> OPC side sills
> OPC roof spoiler
> OPC rear bumper and rear skirt
> Unique OPC exhaust tailpipe
> Dark-tinted glass (excludes windscreen
and front door windows)
OPC interior features include
> Recaro sports front seats with
leather-trimmed side bolsters and
lumbar adjustment
> Front, side and curtain airbags
> Three-spoke leather-covered sports
steering wheel with OPC logo
> Unique OPC instrument panel with
red-coloured speedometer
and tachometer needles
> OPC leather-covered gear knob
> OPC alloy-effect door sill covers
> Air conditioning
> CD player with MP3 format/auxiliary-in
socket/stereo radio (CD 30 MP3)
> OPC carbon fibre-effect inserts on
facia and doors
> Active-safety front seat head restraints
> Remote control ultrasonic security
alarm system
> Cruise control
*Increased to 260+Nm for five seconds
with turbo overboost function.
DISCOVER
8.2SEC
0-100KM/H

Colours and trims
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Meriva’s colour and trim combinations have been carefully
selected to complement each other, while reflecting the
individual status of each model in the range.
Due to the limitations of the p rinting process the colour s reproduced may vary slightly from t he actual
paint colour or trim material. As a result they shou ld be used as a guide only. Your Opel deale r has
a comprehensive display of all o ur paint samples an d trim swatches.
Punch, Charcoal Punch, Blue
Leather, Charcoal
Fuse, Charcoal
Race cloth/Leather, CharcoalBlack Sapphire – pearlescentAir Blue – pearlescent
Metro Blue – metallic
Ultra Blue – pearlescent
Star Silver – metallic Silver Lightning – metallic
Steel Blue – pearlescentGreen Spirit – metallicLancelot – metallic
Arden Blue – pearlescent
Flame Red – solid
Glacier White – solid
Royal Blue – solid
Colours and trims
Exterior colours Model, trim name and trim colour
Expression Life Club Design OPC
Punch cloth Punch cloth Punch ‘Classic’ cloth Fuse cloth Race cloth/Leather Leather*
Solid
Flame Red Charcoal Charcoal Charcoal Charcoal Charcoal Charcoal
Royal Blue Charcoal Charcoal Charcoal Charcoal – –
Glacier White Charcoal – – – – –
Two-coat metallic*
Star Silver – Charcoal Charcoal or Blue Charcoal – –
Silver Lightning – Charcoal Charcoal or Blue Charcoal Charcoal Charcoal
Metro Blue – Charcoal Charcoal or Blue Charcoal – –
Lancelot – Charcoal Charcoal or Blue Charcoal – –
Green Spirit – Charcoal Charcoal Charcoal – –
Two-coat pearlescent*
Ultra Blue – Charcoal Charcoal or Blue Charcoal – –
Steel Blue – Charcoal Charcoal Charcoal – –
Air Blue – Charcoal Charcoal or Blue Charcoal – –
Black Sapphire – Charcoal Charcoal or Blue Charcoal Charcoal Charcoal
Arden Blue – – – – Charcoal Charcoal
– = Exterior colour listed is not available on this model. * = Available at extra cost.

Technical data Technical data
4.3 litres/
100km
1.3CDTi 16v
engine provides
exceptional
economy
1300kg
Maximum
towing weight
552kg
Maximum
carrying
capacity
Smarter driving tips
• Drive at an appropriate speed: –
Staying within the speed limit increases
driver safety, reduces CO2emissions
and saves fuel. At 115km/h you could
be using up to 9% more fuel than at
100km/h and up to 15% more fuel than
at 80km/h
• Drive smoothly at all times: – Anticipate
the ebb and flow of the traffic to avoid
harsh acceleration and braking
• Reduce your revs: – Change gear earlier
to help reduce fuel consumption – try
2500rpm with petrol engines and
2000rpm with diesel
• Idling is wasting fuel: – If you’re likely
to be at a standstill for more than
three minutes, switch off the engine
to save fuel
• Regularly check your tyre pressures:
– Under inflated tyres increase CO2
emissions whilst over inflated tyres
can be unsafe. Always check your
handbook for the correct tyre pressure.
This will also help to increase the life of
your tyres
• Remove unnecessary items from the
car: – Extra weight increases the
engine’s workload which in turn burns
more fuel and increases CO2emissions
Petrol engines
1.4i 16v Twinport 1.6i 16v Twinport 1.6i 16v Turbo
ECOTEC-4 ECOTEC-4 ECOTEC-4
Capacity 1364cc 1598cc 1598cc
Maximum power* 90PS (66kW) @ 5600rpm 105PS (77kW) @ 6000rpm 180PS (132kW) @ 5500rpm
Maximum torque 125Nm (92 lb.ft.) @ 4000rpm 150Nm (111 lb.ft.) @ 3900rpm 230Nm** (170 lb.ft.)
@ 2200-5500rpm
Configuration 4 cylinders, 4 valves per cylinder, double overhead camshafts
Fuel/induction system Naturally aspirated with Turbocharger with intercooler.
vacuum-controlled Twinport
Multi-point sequential
inlet ports. Multi-point fuel injection
sequential fuel injection
Service interval 30,000km or 1 year (whichever occurs sooner)
Diesel engines
1.3CDTi 16v 1.7CDTi 16v
ECOTEC-4 ECOTEC-4
Capacity 1248cc 1686cc
Maximum power* 75PS (55kW) @ 4000rpm 100PS (74kW) @ 4400rpm
Maximum torque 170Nm (126 lb.ft.) @ 1750-2500rpm 240Nm (177 lb.ft.) @ 2300rpm
Configuration 4 cylinders, 4 valves per cylinder, double overhead camshafts
Fuel/induction system Turbocharger with intercooler. Common rail fuel injection
Service interval 30,000km or 1 year (whichever occurs sooner)
* = To calculate BHP divide the PS figure by 1.0136.
** = Increased to 260+Nm for five seconds with turbo overboost function.
Performance†, fuel economy and emissions
Performance Fuel economy litres/100km (mpg)
Maximum Acceleration Extra- CO2
speed (secs) Urban urban Combined emissions
Model km/h (mph) 0-100km/h driving driving figure (g/km)
Manual
1.4i 16v 168 (104) 13.8 8.1 (34.9) 5.1 (55.4) 6.2 (45.6) 148
1.6i 16v Turbo 222 (137) 8.2 10.4 (27.2) 6.3 (44.8) 7.8 (36.2) 187
1.3CDTi 16v 157 (98) 17.8 6.2 (45.6) 4.3 (65.7) 5.0 (56.5) 135
1.7CDTi 16v 178 (111) 13.4 6.6 (42.8) 4.4 (64.2) 5.2 (54.3) 139
Easytronic
1.6i 16v 181 (112) 14.3 8.9 (31.7) 5.4 (52.3) 6.7 (42.2) 159
The fuel consumption figures shown comply with EC directive 1999/100 to provide a realistic indication of fuel consumption by taking into account everyday driving conditions, such as
cold starts, acceleration and braking. These figures take account of the vehicles kerbweight, ascertained in accordance with the above regulation. Important: the results given relate to
the particular car tested. Variations in trim level and equipment may result in slightly higher fuel consumption and CO2emission levels than those quoted. Driving style, road and traffic
conditions, vehicle mileage and standard of maintenance may also affect fuel consumption; therefore the results do not express or imply any guarantee of fuel consumption attainable.
† = Manufacturer’s figures.
Weights and towing data kg
Kerbweight (Gross vehicle weight) Maximum towing weights
Trailer with brakes (without brakes)
1.4i 16v Expression/Life 1255 (1785) 1000 (665)
1.4i 16v Club/Design 1280 (1810) 1000 (665)
1.6i 16v Life 1300 (1830) 1200 (675)
1.6i 16v Club/Design 1325 (1855) 1200 (675)
1.6i 16v Turbo OPC 1413 (1930) 1300 (700)
1.3CDTi 16v Life 1318 (1870) 1200 (675)
1.3CDTi 16v Club/Design 1343 (1895) 1200 (675)
1.7CDTi 16v Design 1405 (1935) 1000 (675)
Gross vehicle weight is the total permissible weight of the vehicle including passengers and their luggage. To determine total carrying capacity, deduct kerbweight from gross vehicle
weight. Note that the figure obtained will include the weight of the driver, passengers and any optional equipment or accessories. The maximum roof rack loading should not exceed
a total of 75kg. The maximum towing weights are based on the ability of the car, with two occupants of 75kg each, to restart on a 12% gradient, which is approximately 1 in 8.3, at sea
level. At altitudes above 1500 metres, the engine output may drop with a corresponding reduction in towing capability. Any extra weight, such as luggage or additional passengers,
should be deducted from the maximum towing weight. With a trailer fully loaded, maximum noseweight should not exceed 55kg. Always fit Opel towing attachments and accessories
available from your Opel dealer. They are designed specifically for Opel models and carry a 24-month guarantee.
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Technical data Technical data
Easytronic transmission
Standard on 1.6i 16v Life, Club and
Design models. Easytronic transmission
is a five-speed manual gearbox with
a fully automatic mode. In manual
mode, you simply push the lever
forward or back to shift gears up or
down sequentially. The facia display
tells you what gear you’re in – 1 to 5,
N for Neutral or A for Auto. Switch to
fully automatic mode and it has many
of the features of a regular automatic
including a kickdown function. There’s
no clutch pedal so you can drive it
on an automatic-only driving licence.
Easytronic also comes with a winter
mode, which selects second gear for
standing starts in slippery conditions.
Body
●
Aerodynamic drag co-efficient:
Cd 0.31
Anti-corrosion warranty
●
12-year body panel anti-perforation
warranty
Steering
●
Rack and pinion
●
Speed-sensitive electric power-
assisted steering standard on
all models
●
Turning circle (kerb-to-kerb):
10.42m (34.2ft.)
●
Turns lock-to-lock: 3.8
Suspension
Front: Independent. MacPherson struts
with coil springs and gas-pressure
dampers. Anti-roll bar. Dynamic
SAfety (DSA) suspension – this aids
stability when braking on surfaces with
differing levels of grip on either side of
the vehicle by increasing front wheel
toe-in at the wheel with greater grip.
Rear: Torsion tube with compound
links. Progressive-rate double conical
mini-block springs and gas-pressure
dampers.
●
OPC model features uprated and
lowered OPC sports suspension
Wheels and tyres
Expression – 15-inch steel wheels
(emergency tyre inflation kit) with
flush covers and 185/60 R 15 low
profile tyres.
Life – 15-inch steel wheels (emergency
tyre inflation kit) with flush covers and
185/60 R 15 low profile tyres.
Club – 15-inch five-spoke ‘Structure’
wheels (emergency tyre inflation kit)
with 185/60 R 15 low profile tyres.
Design – 15-inch five-spoke ‘Structure’
wheels (emergency tyre inflation kit)
with 185/60 R 15 low profile tyres.
OPC – 17-inch six-spoke alloy wheels
(emergency tyre inflation kit) with
205/45 R 17 ultra-low profile tyres.
Brakes
●
Electronic Stability Programme (ESP)
including traction control (OPC only)
●Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
●Asbestos-free friction material
●
Dual circuit, diagonally split, dual
rate servo-assisted system
●Low brake fluid level warning light
●
Plastic-coated brake pipes
1.4i 16v
Front ventilated discs: 260mm
diameter
Rear discs: 240mm diameter
1.6i 16v
Front ventilated discs: 280mm
diameter
Rear discs: 264mm diameter
1.3CDTi 16v/1.7CDTi 16v
Front ventilated discs: 280mm
diameter
Rear discs: 264mm diameter
1.6i 16v Turbo
Front ventilated discs: 308mm
diameter
Rear discs: 264mm diameter
Fuel tank capacity
●53 litres (11.7 gallons)
1With all three rear seats in place
the backrests of the outer seats can be
reclined individually.
2Fold the centre rear seat down, and
the base cantilevers downwards below
the level of the outer rear seats.
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Seating configurations
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3The seats can now be slid inwards,
providing generous shoulder room for
rear seat passengers.
4Each rear seat can be individually
slid backwards 70mm to provide extra
legroom. And each backrest can be
reclined a further six degrees
(to 29 degrees) to give a truly relaxing
travelling environment.
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5Each part of the 40/20/40 rear seat
back can be folded forward, giving a
totally flat 1.5 metres long load area.
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162 4
(63.9)
642
(25.3)
2630 (103.5)
4052 (159.5)
780
(30.7)
1694 (66.7)
excluding door mirrors
1948 (76.7)
including door mirrors
Stopping distance at 100km/h. Actuating time: 150 milliseconds.
Reduced stopping distance with EBA.
Stopping distance without EBA.
Exterior dimensions millimetres (inches)
Luggage capacities (ECIE method)
litres cu.ft
Three rear seats configuration
To upper edge of rear seat back 415 14.6
Rear seats folded flat (to upper edge of front seat back) 900 31.8
Rear seats folded flat (to roof) 1410 49.8
Loadspace dimensions
mm inches
Maximum load length behind front seat 1568 61.7
Maximum load area width 1110 43.7
Maximum load area height 852 33.5
Maximum tailgate aperture width 1099 43.3
Maximum tailgate aperture height 832 32.8
D1. Emergency Brake Assist (EBA)
Emergency brake assist detects the urgency with which the brake pedal is pressed
and rapidly increases the pressure to the maximum the system can provide,
shortening stopping distances. It also enhances pedal feel.
D2. Electronic Stability Programme (ESP)
ESP helps the driver maintain full control of the
vehicle during adverse or emergency conditions.
ESP technology is designed to monitor both the
front and rear of the car independently and
compare their respective directions of travel with
the driver’s steering wheel input. If either the
front A(understeer) or rear B(oversteer)
of the vehicle begins to slide, ESP gently applies
corrective braking to the appropriate individual
road wheel, controlling the slide and maintaining
safe progress.
AWhen a vehicle is understeering excessively, it displays an unwillingness to
change direction as the outside front tyre has become overloaded and begun to
slide. In this instance, ESP will apply a braking force to the inside rear wheel, slowing
it down and increasing the vehicle’s yaw angle to help the front wheels change
direction.
BDuring the more unusual oversteering situation the vehicle’s yaw angle is
excessive due to the outside rear tyre having lost grip. Although countersteering is
an effective solution, it is often difficult to judge how much opposite lock to apply.
ESP, however, will apply the correct braking force to the outside front wheel, which
will reduce the yaw angle and bring the vehicle back under control.
D3. Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL) – halogen
Optional at extra cost on Club, Design and OPC, Adaptive Forward Lighting is a
sophisticated new lighting system that ‘allows you to see around corners’! Meriva
is one of the first cars in its class to offer such technology; Autocar magazine has
already described it as a ‘must-have’ feature. There are two main functions:
Curve light
Speed-dependent, the system is activated by movements of the steering wheel and
allows the headlight beam to move up to 15 degrees left or right of the straight
ahead position. This ensures that the main headlight beams are always aimed in
the direction you’re about to go – and not necessarily the direction the front of the
car is already pointing in!
Cornering light
Employs an additional bulb and reflector which projects a beam of light
approximately 90º to the direction of travel. This ‘wide angle’ effect provides
enhanced illumination of side roads and junctions. The system is speed dependent.
A
B
Features explained
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