Compacttva Zafira Family (this is the second generation of the model) is considered one of the most good cars Among modern compact minivans with seven landing places.
And this car is popular not only in Europe, but also in Russia (where in 2012 its assembly was established at the power of the Avtotor plant in Kaliningrad), as well as in a number of other countries (in the markets of which this minivan is known under the names of Zafira B, Chevrolet Zafira, Vauxhall Zafira and Holden Zafira ...).
By the way, the prefix "Family" this model received only when the next generation of this compact minivan appears in Russia - Zafira Tourer..
Exterior of "Family Zafir" causes only pleasant feelings. This minivan has a neat and at the same time dynamic design with well-thought-out bodies, elegant minimalistic decor and stylish wheeled disks ... Negative emotions on this background causes only front bumperhaving too low Sve, which is clearly not a plus in the conditions of "Russian winter snow-covered yards".
Now about dimensions: Opel Zafira. Family has a fairly compact minivan, its length is only 4467 mm, the width is stacked in the frame of 1801 mm without taking into account the mirrors and in 2025 mm, if they also count them, and the height of the body resumes 1635 mm. The length of the wheelbase is 2703 mm, the width of the front and rear track is respectively 1488 and 1512 mm.
The minimum cutting mass of this car is 1505 kg.
The main advantage of Zafira Family is his salon ...
And the case is not at all in the seven available places (especially since only children can be comfortably located on the third row), and in the possibilities of transformation of space and in the organization of the interior. The minivan salon is very ergonomic, offers comfortable chairs, as well as many places to store the smallest and fastening various goods. At the same time, the quality of the assembly is "at the height" ...
Although there are several disadvantages, which for some motorists may seem critical: in the salon "Zafira B" is a bit noisy, and racks windshield Limit visibility.
The trunk of minivan in its standard state is capable of accommodating about 540 liters of cargo, but if you fold the two rear rows of seats, then useful volume will increase to 1820 liters, allowing you to transport even a long period.
Specifications. On the Russian market, Minivan Opel Zafira Family is offered only with one option power plant. We are talking about the gasoline engine of the Ecotec family, which has four inline cylinders with a total working volume of 1.8 liters (1796 cm³). The motor is equipped with a 16-valve timing, an injector, a gas distribution phase system and is able to develop up to 140 hp. (103 kW) maximum power at 6300 rpm. The peak of the engine torque is at 175 N · m, achieved at 3800 rev / minutes.
This engine is economical (consumes about 9.6 liters within the city, about 5.7 liters on the high-speed highway and only 7.2 liters in mixed cycle), while CO2 emissions fully comply with EURO-4 environmental standards.
The only motor for Zafira Family - either with a 5-speed "mechanical" or with a 5-range "robot" easytronic.
In both cases maximum speed Movements is about 197 km / h. As for the dynamics of overclocking from 0 to 100 km / h, then with "Mechanics" Minivan will be met at 11.5 seconds, but the "robot" will worsen this indicator to the mark of 12.9 seconds.
Opel Zafira (b) Family is based on the GM Delta Platform platform, also known by Astra H / C. The front part of the body is supported by an independent suspension with MacPherson racks and a reinforced stabilizer. transverse stability. Rear is used half-depended torsion beam. The wheels of the front axle are equipped with disk ventilated brake mechanisms.
Rear wheels got simple disc brakes. Rache steering Supplepeted electro-hydraulic amplifier. Also note that already in the database car gets aBS systems, EBD and ESP (in the presence of a package "Safety").
Suspension Zafir Famile is well adapted to russian roads, and clearance of 160 mm helps to improve the permeability in winter time Or when traveling outside the city. True, it is impossible not to mention the only weak place of the suspension - the shock absorbers, for which, by the way, did not even spread the guarantee.
In the safety plan, this compacttvan is not surprised by anything, offering a standard set for its price range: front and side airbags for the front row of chairs, removable rear seat belts, enhanced body frame and fasteners for children's seats ... At the same time, we note that The results of the tests of Euroncap Minivan Zafira of the second generation received full five stars.
Configuration and prices. In 2018, Opel Zafira Family in Russia can only be purchased on secondary market - at a price of 350 ~ 600 thousand rubles (depending on the level of equipment and state of a particular instance).
The basic list of equipment is usually included: 16-inch drives, rails, crankcase protection, front fog, full electric car, air conditioning, heated front armchairs, interior lighting system for each row of seats, Flexorganizer cargo fastening system, rosette in the trunk and audio system with 6 Speakers and Support USB / AUX / MP3.
Once the minivans were the class of machines that the lightest future was propheted. And now the minivans in our market - once or two and did it. There are a lot of reasons. Here and pressure from the crossover market, and the increase in the consumer characteristics of hatchbacks, but the fact remains a fact: very few minivans on the Russian market. And, perhaps, the most popular model for already ten years remains Opel Zafira B, "almost full-size" Seven Minivan. Almost the perfect choice for those who are C-class cleaned, and the parking size does not allow you to take a bigger machine.
This is not the first generation of the model. Zafira a appeared back in 1999, immediately won high popularity in Europe and enjoyed good demand to peace. It's funny that in Japan she was sold like Subaru Traviq, and the rest - no exotic, only the native GM emblems. Vauxhall in England, Holden in Australia, Chevrolet in the USA and China. At the same time, the main "generic" features of the model were formed: sevensty, flexible cabin configuration with very small sizes and excellent, absolutely not "bus" handling. The latter was hardly the main characteristic feature of the model, and there is someone! Experts from Porsche helped to develop the Opel car. The machine was so successful that in some regional markets Asia Zafira A was sold until 2012.
On the replacement of the first Zafir in 2005 came the second. The concept of the machine has not changed: the car is still based on nodes and model units Opel AstraIt has about the same dimensions as the predecessor and the same range of motors. The basis for minivan was a new generation of model. From a technical point of view, the models are very close, have many identical nodes and aggregates, but since minivan is much heavier than hatchbacks, then the gamma engines and gearboxes are still different. The popularity of the machine remained rather high to the very exit of the heir, the Zafira Tourer model in 2011: even more powerful, large, with even more options, and more expensive. But, oddly enough, more old model Did not removed from production, but continued to release it as Zafira Family after a small restyling. So do not be surprised - the last Zafira was released in parallel with the new not only in our St. Petersburg, but also in Europe.
In outline
Like I. basic modelIn general, Zafira turned out to be very reliable and convenient. The controllability of the machine is traditionally completely easy, you feel behind the wheel, as in a normal car. Of course, two places in the trunk are not very suitable for large people, but if we are not talking about long-distance movies, then the car is quite seven. And, of course, if two unnecessary places are not needed, they are perfectly folded, and the other "heels" will eventually envy.Breakdowns and problems in operation
Engines
Motors are almost the same here as on Astra H, and if you want details, I recommend contacting. But since the car is still noticeably harder, then the engine 2.2 liters appeared in the gamma, already familiar to the family. This is a 155-strong motor with the immediate injection of Z22YH, it does not apply to the most favorite playing motors due to the low reliability of the system. direct injection fuel possible problems With the timing and relatively expensive spare parts. Much more popular with 1.8 Z18XER motors or a similar A18XER on the last year of release machines. This 140-strong motor is a "golden middle": it is quite powerful for this heavy machine and allows you to confidently feel not only in the city, but also on the track. And besides, it has a simple and cheap design. His graduate 1.6l Z16XER is still weak, and if the urban movement is not very felt in the city movement, then every dozen is important on the track horse power. More powerful engines It is essential more expensive when buying and maintained. Completely successful and powerful engines of the Z20let, Z20LER, Z20LEH series with a capacity of 170, 200 and 240 hp, respectively, are quite rare. These turbo engines are made on the basis of old X20xEV series engines, which provides relatively low cost of spare parts and high reliability in operation. But the machines with these roads are found extremely rare, and unlike engines 2.2 are not combined with automatic transmissions. Most likely, the thing is also in the fact that the powerful turbo engine under the hood of the family car is frankly excessive.
Diesel engines 1.7 and 1.9 liters officially not sold from us, but there are many cars on the market with these motors. These are cars from Europe, there are diesel burns are much more popular than gasoline. The main stimulus to acquire such a machine is an automatic transmission. However, the engines themselves are also very good, with a foolish character and high reliability. Just do not forget to change the timing belt at least about 60 thousand kilometers. The rest of the problem is like all diesel engines: a jamming EGR valve polluting dairy filter On the modifications of EURO-4 and EURO-5 and the inevitable risk of hitting a bad diesel fancy to the tank, with the subsequent bouquet of problems on the fuel system and not only.
Transmission
Big challenge for burning gearbox steel. Mechanical PPC On Motors 1.6 and 1.8 L is the five-speed F17, which I am. Unfortunately, their reliability is frankly low - I strongly recommend carefully checking the CAT when you purchase, and then constantly monitor the level and quality of oil in the box of the box during operation. In a serious minivan, the chance of the transmission output is noticeably higher than on lighter hatchbacks, so it is not worth relaxing. In combination with two-liter turbogo, the MCPP of the M32 series is used. This six-speed box also turned out to be with a surprise in the form of failing bearing and shafts. Problems are the same as F17, but maintainability is generally higher and there are successful options for simple replacement on the F16-F20 PPC, which reduces the sharpness of the problem. With automatic gearbox at Zafir, too, everything is not very good. Not in the sense that they are unreliable, just full-fledged automatic transmission on the most running motors 1.6 and 1.8 were not installed. Only the "robot" isitronically, which, in fact, is a conventional F17 box with clutch and gear shift. Like all the "robots" of the first generation, it is not very suitable for intensive urban traffic, and also pleases not very high, about 60 thousand kilometers, the resource of executive devices. The full automatic transmission on Zafir can only be obtained in a pair with a 2.2 liter gasoline engine (actually, it is probably the main reason for the purchase of such a car), or in combination with diesel. This is the more annoying that at Zafira A and on Astra H engine 1.8 is perfectly combined with automatic box Transmissions, and very successful, though not too modern. In the new Zafir, a five-speed gasoline motor AISIN automatic transmission AW55-50SN, it is AF33, and dieselks are laid new and strong Box Aisin Warner AW TF-80SC, it is AF40. The automatic transmission is quite reliable, you can read about the nuances of operation in the material. With a calm movement and replacement of oil every 60,000 kilometers or more often, they are quite capable of living a long and happy life.
Chassis
Machine suspension is quite simple in design and perfectly withstand a relatively difficult minivan. The main consumables are all the same as on Astra: it is the racks of stabilizers, the rear silent blocks of the transverse lever and the support bearings. When running about 100 thousand, it is worth checking the silent blocks of the back of the beam, they can already crack, especially with worn springs and frequent movement with full load and. In general, the resource of the suspension deserves respect - without serious investments it allows you to go through a hundred, and then one and a half hundred thousand kilometers run.
Body and Salon
The quality of the interior performance is about the same as in Astra H, with amendment on the whole richer configuration. Good quality materials and noise insulation and the lack of frankly poor configurations make the car extremely attractive option "for every day." But the design is gloomy - unfortunately, it is a generic feature of Opel cars of these years. Not everyone will have to the shower frankly man-made style of execution, faceted console and abundance of gray and silver inserts. The main problems, in general, the same as Astra: This is a CIM steering column module, burning out information displays in low-cost versions and many small failures of the most diverse electrician on the machines of the first years of release. Specific, for example, leakage of the attachment of rails and the rear stop signal, are added, and the fall in the salon through the seals when the machine washing and the vibration of the developed ceiling console. In general, with regard to the cabin and suspension, the machine belongs to the most practical and convenient devices, perhaps the most economical in operation today in its class.»The second generation, had a seven-party salon with wide transformation capabilities - the remaining European compact single-lifters could boast only a five-minute salon.
The machine was installed in gasoline engines with a capacity of 1.6, 1.8 and 2.2 liters with a power of 101 to 147 forces, as well as turbodiesels 2.0 and 2.2, developing 82-125 liters. from. Transmission - mechanical or automatic.
In 2001, the "charged" Opel Zafira OPC was presented with a two-liter gasoline turbo engine capacity of 192 liters. from. (Later - 200 l.) At the same time model row There was a version with an engine capable of working on gasoline and gas.
Deliveries of the model to the Russian market started in 2002. Slightly updated "Zafira" debuted in 2003, and in 2005 the release of cars in Germany was completed in connection with the advent of the second generation of the model. In Brazil, Minivan was published under the name until 2012, the car was also known as the names in Australia, in the British market and in Japan.
| Version | Engine model | engine's type | Volume, cm3 | Power, l. from.Note | |
| X16xel / z16xe. | R4, petrol | 1598 | 101 | 1999-2005 | |
| X18xe. | R4, petrol | 1796 | 115 | 1999-2000 | |
| Z18xe. | R4, petrol | 1796 | 125 | 2000-2005 | |
| Z20let. | R4, gasoline, turbo | 1998 | 192 / 200 | 2001-2004 | |
| Z22se | R4, petrol | 2198 | 147 | 2000-2005 | |
| Opel Zafira 2.0 di | X20dtl | R4, diesel, turbo | 1995 | 82 | 1999-2000 |
| Opel Zafira 2.0 DTI | Y20DTH | R4, diesel, turbo | 1995 | 101 | 2000-2005 |
| Opel Zafira 2.2 DTI | Y22dtr. | R4, diesel, turbo | 2172 | 125 | 2001-2005 |
| Opel Zafira 1.6 Ecoflex | Z16yng. | R4, gasoline / gas | 1598 | 97 | 2001-2005 |
2 generation (b), 2005-2014
The second generation of minivan rose to the conveyor in 2005, "Zafira" was again designed on the "Astra" platform, but the next generation. In the UK, the model was known as, and in Chile and Mexico - like.
The gamma of power units consisted of 1.6, 1.8 and 2.2 gasoline engines, developing from 105 to 150 liters. with., as well as a two-liter turbo motor with a capacity of 200 forces. Turbodiesel rails had a volume of 1.7 and 1.9 liters. From the very beginning, the "charged" version of the Zafira OPC with a two-liter gasoline turbo engine, forged to 240 liters, was "charged". from. Transmission - mechanical, robotic or automatic.
In 2007, a small restyling model was held, and in 2009, assembling machines for russian market Began at the Avtotor factory in Kaliningrad.
In 2011, a generation of model was changed, and the release of cars in Germany ended, but in Poland and Russia, Minivan continued to do until 2014 under the name Opel Zafira Family.
Motor table Opel Zafira
| Version | Engine model | engine's type | Volume, cm3 | Power, l. from.Note | |
| Z16xep / z16xe1. | R4, petrol | 1598 | 105 | 2005-2007 | |
| Z16xer / a16xer. | R4, petrol | 1598 | 115 | 2008-2011 | |
| A18xel. | R4, petrol | 1796 | 120 | 2013-2014 | |
| Z18xer / a18xer. | R4, petrol | 1796 | 140 | 2005-2014 | |
| Opel Zafira 2.0 TURBO | Z20ler | R4, gasoline, turbo | 1998 | 200 | 2005-2010 |
| Z20leh | R4, gasoline, turbo | 1998 | 240 | 2005-2010 | |
| Z22yh. | R4, petrol | 2198 | 150 | 2005-2010 | |
| Opel Zafira 1.7 CDTI | Z17dtj / a17dtj. | R4, diesel, turbo | 1686 | 110 | 2007-2011 |
| Opel Zafira 1.7 CDTI | A17dtr. | R4, diesel, turbo | 1686 | 125 | 2007-2011 |
| Opel Zafira 1.9 CDTI | Z19dtl | R4, diesel, turbo | 1910 | 100 | 2005-2007 |
| Opel Zafira 1.9 CDTI | Z19dt. | R4, diesel, turbo | 1910 | 120 | 2005-2010 |
| Opel Zafira 1.9 CDTI | Z19dth | R4, diesel, turbo | 1910 | 150 | 2005-2010 |
| Opel Zafira 1.6 CNG | Z16YNG / Z16XNT. | R4, gasoline, gas | 1598 | 94 / 97 / 150 | 2006-2011 |
18.10.2016
Opel Zafira.) second generation - a large and comfortable car at an affordable price, perhaps the best way for big family. Especially if the budget for the purchase of the car is not great, it is worth noting that Zafira is one of the most accessible ones presented in the secondary market. There are very few negative reviews about this car, but still, it has flaws, but what they are, and what to pay attention to the purchase of this model, now let's talk.
A bit of history:
For the first time, Opel Zafira was shown in the Frankfurt Motor Show in the spring of 1997, but in the appearance of the prototype, the real story of minivan began in 1999. Technical properties Opel Zafira resemble Opel Astra, but still, there are some differences. For example, reinforced rear suspension and larger bumper with air intake. In 2003, given the emergence of a large number of competitors, the company's management decided to easily update the car, after which appearance changed slightly, and the list of available options has increased. In 2005, a new generation of model was presented in Geneva, built on a new platform, with a fundamentally modified body design. Thanks to the new platform, the length of the body has become more 15 cm, the width is 4 cm, and the height is 1 cm. Also, the car's branded chip was improved - fast transformation of the cabin. The main part of the machines sold in the secondary market is collected in Poland or Russia.
Advantages and disadvantages of Opel Zafira with mileage.
As the operating experience has shown, the paintwork is very soft, because of this, chips and scratches appear on the body. After 5-6 years of operation, on the doors of the trunk, wheeled arches and rear doors Paint begins to swell. In spite of this, body details Long is not covered with rust.
Power units
Line of engine Opel Zafira is represented as gasoline and diesel versions. Gasoline motors 1.6 (105 and 115 hp), 1.8 (140 hp) and diesel 1.7 (110, 125 hp) and 1.9 (100, 120, 150 hp). There is also not a completely ordinary version of the 1.6 motor version, which works on natural gas, but to meet such a car - a big luck. For those who love to "look", there is a motor 2.2 (150 hp), turbo engine 2.0 (200 hp) and the sports version of OPC (240 hp).
GRM drive from gasoline and diesel engines belt, officially, the replacement interval is 150,000 km, but many owners recommend changing it at least once in 100,000, since very often the belt is breaking down when running 110-130 thousand km. In gasoline atmospheric, a common problem with automatic adjustment of the distribution phases. If the car has this defect, you will understand this right away: after starting cold motor, sound work gasoline engine It will be more reminded by an old diesel. If this problem does not treat, at the most inopportune moment the car will stall, and you will not be able to start it.
Often there is a failure of the system of mechanical synchronization of the inlet camshaft, for the elimination of the problem in the service will be asked 20-50 USD. But if you ignore the work gasoline motor With the sound of diesel, it will soon be necessary to replace the gear and seals camshaft. When running more than 80,000 km, there are leaks from the cylinder head and the glands, it should be urgently eliminated, otherwise the oil will fall on the timing belt, which will result in expensive repair of the power unit. Diesel motors at Opel Zafir are very reliable and economical, but if the previous owner used not high-quality fuel, be prepared for repair fuel system. Replacing nozzles (400-500 cu), TNVD (300-400 cu). On all machines, closer to 100,000 km of run, the ignition module starts failure, the malfunction will serve floating turns and unstable vehicle. Also, this mileage requires replacement of the cooling fluid and thermostat temperature sensor
Transmission
Opel Zafira is equipped with mechanical, automatic or robotic box Easytronic gear (isitronics). Up to 100,000 km to mechanical transmission There are no complaints, after - jerks appear when touching, hum and vibration when switching gear and movement. This happens due to the wear of the secondary shaft and roller bearing, the repair will cost about 350 USD. The clutch has a sufficiently large resource and is able to stop 120-140 thousand km, the replacement will cost 400-500 USD. For many motorists, Easytronic looks like automatic transmission, but in its reliability is very inferior to automatic transmission. Therefore, often not honest sellers who sell cars with a problem robot, in the ad indicate that the car with automatic transmission, Be extremely attentive.
If the car is used only for movement on the highway, the robotic transmission can also serve 150000 km. But if the machine is operated in the metropolis, then expensive repair of the gearbox will be needed when running less than 100,000 km. The most common problem is the failure of the clutch, the repair will cost 700-900 cu, so much will have to give and for the replacement of mechatronics. Optimal option For the acquisition there will be Opel Zafira with a conventional automatic transmission. As the operating experience showed, the breakdown in this transmission occurs extremely rarely. On some machines, there is no insurrection of oil, in this case, the transmissions may well switch, also when switching can be smelted. Usually, after the top of the oil, these problems pass by themselves.
WORK QUALITY Opel Zafira
The suspension of this model is quite primitive, an independent suspension of McPherson type is installed in front, a semi-dependent beam is rear. If this machine go carefully and not overload it, then the first serious repair of the suspension will have to do closer to 80 thousand km of mileage. Like a majority modern cars weak place The suspension is considered the stabilizer racks, they have to change them, on average every 30-40 thousand km. Hub bearingsDespite the high cost, rarely live to 60,000 km, the replacement will cost 120-180 USD. Support bearings serve 40-50 thousand km, the front shock absorbers come into disrepair after 100,000 km, but only if you won't overload the car. The cost of the original shock absorber approximately 100-120 USD, for the same money you can buy a pair not original.
The remaining details of the front suspension Opel Zafira have more than 100,000 km. Steering thrusts and tips have a resource of 100-120 thousand km. Rear suspension It is considered not killed, the only thing that will have to be replaced in it is the rear beam dampers after 120000 km of run (replacement from both sides will cost 40 cu). If it started to leak steering Reika, do not rush to go to the service and change it to a new one, for replacing the dealer will have to lay out about 1000 USD. Try to find a specialist in the repair of this node in your city, repair will cost 100-200 USD.
Outcome:
Opel Zafira - like people who are closely in universities, sedans and hatchbacks, as well as those who like to travel a large company. If we talk about the reliability and cost of the car content, then in these components the car will give only positive emotions. The main thing is to find a live copy! Also, avoid buying a car with a robotic transmission.
Advantages:
- Capacity (7 beds).
- Qualitative materials of the interior decoration.
- Large engine performance.
- Reliable suspension
Disadvantages:
- Weak paintwork.
- Robotic transmission.
- Not a very comfortable driver's seat.
- Noise isolation.
If you are the owner of this car model, please describe the problems that you have to face during the operation of the car. Perhaps it is your feedback that will help readers of our site when choosing a car.
Sincerely, the editors of the vehicle
The German manufacturer, however, already belonging to the French concern, returns to the domestic market. In his model row, the Opel Zafira with the Life console. To the machine of the same name, produced during the time of General Motors, the novelty has nothing to do. In fact, this is an overflow version of the French minivan, which is selling under the names of Peugeot Traveler, Citroen Spaceter and even Toyota Proace. Strictly speaking, the Vauxhall brand branch uses the name Vivaro. All differences lies in the nameplates, logos and the design of the front. The "German" has a slightly enlarged grille with a thin horizontal chrome-plated overlay. Headlight headlamps have a simpler form, without bumper crucifier. A more significant difference lies in the list of equipment. So, the starting equipment Innovation is more expensive than the French analogue, but is characterized by a richer technical stuffing. The list of equipment includes: two sliding doors on sides, frontal and side airbags, steel stamped wheel disks by 16 inches, stabilization system, cruise control, climatic installation and separate system Air conditioning for rear row passengers, Autonomous Preparation heater Webasto., Front parking sensors and rear view camera, entertainment multimedia system with seven inches screen, as well as the engine start button. The assembly is established at the capacities of the Kaluga plant PCMA.
dimensions
Opel Zafira is a passenger minivan, capable of taking on board from six to nine people. In the basic version of the execution, it has 4,600 mm in length, 1920 mm wide, 1905 mm in height and 3275 mm between the wheeled pairs. For an additional fee, you can order an elongated 350 mm option. The size of the wheelbase is saved. Outside the domestic market, the longest version is available. From bumper to bumper, it has 5.3 meters. It is worth noting that next year a van will appear in Russia, but it will be the name Vivaro, like the sub-worn model.
Specifications
For Opel Zafira is available only force aggregate. This is a two-liter row diesel four with turbocharging and power system COMMON RAIL.. It develops 150 horsepower at 4000 rpm and 3700 nm of torque since 2000 revolutions crankshaft per minute. As a transmission, an exclusively classic hydromechanical machine with six-range operations is proposed. At the start of sales, the drive will be only on the front wheels. Later it would be possible to order a plug-in system with a multid-wide coupling. As a result, the car can accelerate from place to a hundred kilometers per hour in 12.3 seconds. The speed ceiling is located at 183 kilometers per hour. Fuel consumption is 7 liters of diesel fuel in the city ride, 5.6 liters on the highway and 6.2 liters in a mixed cycle.
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