Overview and Common Failures
From 2011 to 2016, the third-generation Opel Zafira compact van was offered in various configurations, catering to diverse preferences of car enthusiasts. This period was characterized by a variety of engines and technical specifications, making the Zafira a popular choice in the automotive market.
The front-wheel-drive versions were equipped with the following petrol and diesel engines:
Petrol variants:
- 1.4-liter, A14NEL, 120 hp, 200 Nm, 6-speed manual transmission M32
- 1.4-liter, A14NET, 140 hp, 200 Nm, 6-speed manual transmission M32
- 1.4-liter, A14NET, 140 hp, 200 Nm, 6-speed automatic transmission 6Т40
- 1.6-liter, A16XNT, 150 hp, 210 Nm, 6-speed manual transmission M32
- 1.6-liter, A16XHT, 170 hp, 260 Nm, 6-speed manual transmission M32
- 1.6-liter, A16XHT, 170 hp, 260 Nm, 6-speed automatic transmission 6Т45
- 1.6-liter, A16SHT, 200 hp, 280 Nm, 6-speed manual transmission M32
- 1.8-liter, A18XEL, 115 hp, 175 Nm, 5-speed manual transmission D20
Diesel variants:
- 2.0-liter, A20DTL, 110 hp, 260 Nm, 6-speed manual transmission F40
- 2.0-liter, A20DT, 130 hp, 300 Nm, 6-speed manual transmission F40
- 2.0-liter, A20DT, 130 hp, 300 Nm, 6-speed automatic transmission AF40
- 2.0-liter, A20DTH, 165 hp, 350 Nm, 6-speed manual transmission F40
- 2.0-liter, A20DTH, 165 hp, 350 Nm, 6-speed automatic transmission AF40
- 2.0-liter, A20DTR, 195 hp, 400 Nm, 6-speed manual transmission F40
In 2014, the European version of the model adopted a new lineup of engines complying with the Euro 6 standard, emphasizing Opel's commitment to improving the technical parameters and environmental safety of the vehicle.
With the restyling in 2016, the Zafira remained true to its traditions, retaining the previously offered engines. However, changes in the external design gave the vehicle a fresh look while maintaining its recognizability on the roads.
In 2018, the Opel Zafira in the European version was updated, receiving even more modern engines compliant with the Euro 6d-TEMP standard. This allowed for improvements in the environmental characteristics of the vehicle and increased its efficiency.
Opel Zafira is a reliable German car, among the advantages of which can be highlighted a comfortable interior, excellent driving characteristics, galvanized bodywork, high-quality paintwork, and a pleasant interior smell.
Among the disadvantages are increased oil consumption, expensive spare parts, which rarely have analogs, limited off-road capability, and low demand in the secondary market for models with a 1.6-liter gasoline engine and automated manual transmission.