The Opel Meriva is renewed, in order to become more efficient small station wagon market. And it does, thanks to its new diesel mechanics, with a combined consumption of only 3.8 l / 100 km advertised. Also becomes the first of its kind to lose 100 grams of CO2 per kilometer.

He Opel Meriva receives a deep update in its second generation, launched four years ago. Made in the General Motors plant in Figueruelas (Zaragoza), it has been presented in the Hall of Brussels, which takes place this week. As in the current model, Opel announced that the features will remain intact ‘Ergonomics and flexibility’ in the new Meriva, it is now ‘More sophisticated, efficient and functional’. Albeit with a heavy load efficiency looking to be the undisputed leader in its category.

The most important innovation is found in its range of diesel engines. Now is the new 1.6 CDTI -completely aluminum, with common rail direct injection and variable geometry turbocharger, released in the new Zafira Tourer- which take the role in this section, replacing the previous 1.3 and 1.7 CDTI. Initially, the new Meriva will launch with a version of 136 HP and 32.6 mkg of torque, they are representing an increase of 6 hp and 2 mkg compared to the previous 130 hp 1.7. Later in 2014, will more variants on the new 1.6 CDTI.

Opel announces a 10 percent improvement in fuel consumption and emissions records CO2: 4.4 liters 100 km and 116 g / km for variant 136 hp and 3.8 l / 100 km and 99 g / km for the basic 110 hp. No minivan market offers these data combined consumption approved, and is the first of its kind to fall below 100 g / km of CO2. The acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h also it improved: the previous 9.9 seconds is lowered to 9.1 seconds.

For its part, gasoline, we will continue with the 1.4 engine in its atmospheric version with 100 hp and versions turbo 120 hp and 140 hp. All engines, including the 1.6 CDTI diesel, comply with the Euro 6 emission standards. Also debuting the GLP variant (autogas), also with the 1.4 Turbo 120 hp, announces CO2 emissions 121 g / km.

Opel has reviewed all its transmissions in the new Meriva. The six-speed automatic only for turbo petrol versions now have less friction and the ‘ActiveSelect’ function, which allows sequential gearbox with shift lever. Manual transmissions five and six speeds have also been optimized, being smooth and precise, according to the German manufacturer.

other improvements

The changes also come to the external image Opel compact MPV: new front, inspired by the last Insignia, with hints chrome grill Y led technology incorporated optical front and rear groups (design ‘eagle eyes’). On the side, highlights the thin chrome bar waist line under the windows. New designs wheels 17 and 18 inches and the ever helpful system opening rear doors ‘FlexDoors’, that open in opposite directions.

At inside, It is incorporated into the new Meriva Infotainment system ‘IntelliLink’ next generation, which will connect the smartphone so and manage its functions through the HD screen seven inches. In addition, other elements such as rear view camera, Bluetooth connectivity and ‘Navi 950’ standard browser with European road maps are added.

Our opinion

The new Opel Meriva becomes its own right in the most efficient MPV market. The new engine Opel 1.6 CDTI has all the blame for this, which also announced a truly ‘silent’ operation in the Meriva. We are waiting for you to disclose detailed pricing of the new range of small German minivan.