The second generation launched in 2010 has raised the standard with innovative features such as its rear-hinged FlexDoors, its flexible seating, relaxed posture on front and rear seats and many clever storage solutions.
All these contribute to make the current Meriva the 'Ergonomics Champion', as has been concluded by independent health experts.
Opel has now presented the 2014 Meriva, which is even more sophisticated, efficient and functional. It celebrated its world premiere at the 2014 Brussels' Motor Show in mid-January.
The new Opel Meriva receives a new face that has the characteristics of the new Opel Insignia revealed in 2013, with an elegant, generously chromed front grille and sparkling design for the lights. LED technology is now available for the daytime running lights and rear lamps resulting in a crisp, hi-tech look.
A fine chrome trim highlights the typical window wave-shaped beltline, raising the Meriva's appeal and placing it neatly alongside the other models in the range.
As well as looking the part, the car also gets a first class engine. The new Meriva features Opel's new generation diesel powertrain, the 1,6 CDTI that is just having its debut in the Zafira Tourer. This ultra-refined diesel is the quietest in its class and initially available in the power va-riant 100kW, which delivers 320Nm of maximum torque. It consumes just 4,4-litres per 100km and emits 116 grams of CO² per kilometre, 10% less than its 96kW, 1,7 predecessor, while it also boasts much better acceleration and performance. In the course of the year, other 1,6 diesel engines will follow, which will be even more economical and have even lower CO² emissions.
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The 2014 Opel Merriva offers even more than the 2010 model, which had innovative features such as its rear-hinged FlexDoors, flexible seating and many clever storage solutions
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