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  • 2014 Opel Meriva – Styling updates

    Opel has officially unveiled the new 2014 Meriva Facelift at the Brussels Motor Show. The stylish MPV comes with minor exterior upgrades and a new engine.

    The exterior boasts a new front grille, some additional chrome trim and new headlights. There are LED DRLs available as an option.

    The interior boasts a new IntelliLink infotainment system including 7” display, a new interface and faster CPU. Other features include a USB connectivity and Bluetooth phone connectivity as well as audio streaming and a CD player.

    The new engine is a 1.6 liter CDTI – 136HP (100 kW) and 320Nm (236 lb-ft) of torque. It returns 53.4 mpg US or 64.2 mpg UK – 4.4 liters / 100 km with CO2 emissions of just 116 g/km. The new engine replaces the older 1.3CDTI and 1.7CDTI. There is also a new “low-friction” transmission delivering smoother and more precise gear changes.

    2014 Opel Meriva Facelift
    2014 Opel Meriva Facelift
    2014 Opel Meriva Facelift
    2014 Opel Meriva Facelift
    2014 Opel Meriva Facelift
    2014 Opel Meriva Facelift
    2014 Opel Meriva Facelift

    Source: Opel

  • 2014 Opel Meriva Facelift [video]

    Opel has announced the 2014 Meriva Facelift coming with minor changes. The new Meriva is more sophisticated, more efficient and more functional than ever. It will celebrate its world premiere at the Brussels’ motor show in mid-January, next year.

    The exterior features a new front grille, updated headlamps and more chrome accents around the fog lights. Other highlights include LED DRLs and LED taillights as well.

    The most important modification is the 1.6 liter CDTI diesel engine. It complies with EURO 6 regulations. The 1.6 liter CDTI has 136 HP (100 kW) and 320 Nm (236 lb-ft) of torque. The average fuel consumption is just 4.4 liters / 100 km (53.4 mpg US or 64.2 mpg UK) with CO2 emissions of 116 g/km. It replaces the old 1.7 liter CDTI with 130HP.

    The new Meriva also receives a new, state-of-the-art IntelliLink infotainment system with embedded, fast and user-friendly navigation and voice control. The large, high-definition, seven-inch color monitor affords great readability and easy operation. It also displays the image from the rear-view camera. Making calls and audiostreaming via Bluetooth are also possible. The Navi 950 IntelliLink comes standard with comprehensive map information covering the whole of Europe, and further updates can easily be downloaded via USB.

    Stay tuned for full details and pricing!

    2014 Opel Meriva Facelift
    2014 Opel Meriva Facelift
    2014 Opel Meriva Facelift
    2014 Opel Meriva Facelift
    2014 Opel Meriva Facelift
    2014 Opel Meriva Facelift
    2014 Opel Meriva Facelift

    httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L84PtNGIiAo

    Source: Opel

  • Opel Marks 150 Years of Existence

    2012-Opel-Astra-150-years-Opel-edition-thumbOpel is preparing to celebrate 150 years of business this year and to do it properly they are planning to release special “150 years Opel” edition of the Corsa, Meriva, Astra and Insignia line. The cars will come with additional equipment and styling that would normally cost much more as an option (one can save up to 2100 euros). An even more festive jubilee trim package – “150 years Opel” – will guarantee exclusivity and character.

    The Corsa and Meriva editions both come with 16-inch alloy wheels and tinted, heat insulating Solar Protect glazing at the back. Other comfort tech that warms up the heart includes the heated steering wheel, cruise control and fog lights. The Corsa flashes chromed exhaust pipes regardless of the engine choice. The other three models can also come with the same exhaust system but they largely depend on the engine choice. The Astra gets 17-inch wheels, all of that equipment excluding the fog lights.

    The top of the line Insignia rolls on 18 inch wheels, makes use of the same rear view window Solar Protect glazing seen in the other cars, a heated steering wheel, heated front seats, fog lights and a cleaning system for the head lights. Air-conditioning is automatic and the new Navi 900 Europa infotainment system gives the term “interactivity” a whole new meaning.

    2012 Opel 150 years edition
    2012 Opel 150 years edition

    If people are oblivious to all of those bonuses, they can still recognize the anniversary editions by the “150 Adam Opel” emblem, the aluminum door step with “OPEL” engraved on it. The interior is coated with premium quality fabric and leather-like Morrocana material.

    The jubilee trim package adds more glitter to an already glamorous product. The Corsa and Meriva both get an adjustable panoramic roof or sunroof abd separate air conditioning for both the driver and the front passenger. Corsas can further be personalized with the ‘jubilee plus’ option which gives a park assist system and 17- inch alloy wheels. The Astra gets a more premium upholstery treatment and so does the Insignia. The latter also gets a glazed panoramic roof, an electric sunroof and zonal air-conditioning.

    2012 Opel Astra 150 years Opel edition
    2012 Opel Astra 150 years Opel edition
    2012 Opel Astra 150 years Opel edition
    2012 Opel Astra 150 years Opel edition

    Source: Opel

  • Opel Meriva Design Edition

    Opel Meriva Design Edition is the famous brand’s latest addition, based on the current Meriva generation which made its premiere a year ago. (more…)

  • Opel’s stunning Flextreme GT/E Concept unveiled

    Teased approximately week ago, the Opel Flextreme GT/E Concept is now fully unwrapped. Although there are only renders and sketches of the future mid-size green machine and no real images, this is more than enough for us to get a notion of what we could see at this year’s Opel booth at Geneva Motor Show in Switzerland. (more…)

  • Direction ecoFLEXiblity – Opel to reveal unseen concept at Geneva

    Opel will excite Geneva Motor Show goers March 4 when it unveils the Meriva – a fresh, innovative, flexible champion for the monocab segment. Opel also will exhibit the company’s push to be a leader of environmentally responsible motoring with the debut of its futuristic concept car, the Opel Ampera extended-range electric vehicle and new Corsa, a fuel miser with up to 13 percent saving in fuel consumption.

    “Opel is driving innovation and environmentally responsible propulsion in Europe and wrapping it in stylish, expressive design. All of that will be on display in Geneva,” says Alain Visser, Vice President, Sales, Marketing & Aftersales of Opel/Vauxhall. (more…)

  • 2011 Opel Meriva – FLEXibility at the highest level

    At the world renowned Geneva Motor Show, Opel will premiere the 2011 Opel Meriva. Fitted with many innovative solutions that optimizes the flexible use of space, the second generation Opel Meriva excels in elegant appearance and versatility. (more…)

  • Opel launches LPG Range – Pricing Announced!

    Opel now offers five LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) powered Corsa, Meriva, Astra station wagon and Zafira models with a wide performance range, expanding its line of environmentally friendly ecoFLEX models with alternative propulsion. (more…)

  • Who is a millionaire? Opel Meriva!

    A 1.3 liter CDTI Meriva ecoFlex is the one millionth small monocab to roll off the production line in Zaragoza today, highlighting the importance of Meriva to Opel in Europe. Meriva is sold in more than 25 countries in Europe with Germany, UK, Italy and Spain as its main markets. (more…)