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 FlexSpace® 6

Environmental issues 10

Safety 12

Make the world Driving dynamics 14

adjust to you. Engines and transmissions 16

Features 18
Looking for a compact MPV that’s easy to park and
manoeuvre around town? A car that makes rear
passengers of all ages feel as welcome as those in
the front – with adjustable rear seats that fit family Meriva line-up 22
members of all sizes and their luggage? Check out the
latest Meriva models from Vauxhall. With fresh style,
lively engine choices and great features throughout, Options and accessories 28
today’s Meriva fits your family’s lifestyle – effortlessly.

Meriva VXR 32

Colours and trims 36

Equipment 40
This brochure covers Meriva Expression, Life, Club and Design models only. Some of the vehicles
shown include options and accessories available at extra cost. And not all of the features described
are available on every model. So please check in the Equipment section for further details. From
time to time, we also offer alternative Meriva models such as Special Editions, featured in their
own separate literature or found on the Vauxhall website: www.vauxhall.co.uk Technical data 46

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 Stylish.
Compact.
Spacious.

And always fun.

With sharp lines and brilliant detailing, Meriva has bags of visual appeal.
And everything is designed to make life that little bit easier, whether
you’re loading up at the supermarket, finding a place to park or simply
heading off for a great day out.

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 Extra legroom?
Extra bag room?
Extra flexibility?

Welcome to
®
FlexSpace.

Meriva’s FlexSpace® seating system is all about finding simple ways to accommodate
every family transport need, however unexpected, without removing the seats.
With rear seats that move backwards, forwards – even sideways – and a 40/20/40
split-folding seat back, Meriva can always make room for friends, family and luggage
– plus all the children’s bags or buggies. You can even recline the outer rear seats
back for a more relaxed seating position.

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 Feel the light.
Enjoy the view.

And relax.

Superb visibility. A fresh, bright interior. And a higher seating position. The benefits of Meriva’s
tall yet compact styling are clearly evident in every department. And that’s not simply from
the driver’s perspective. The advantages include more light. More space. More comfort.
And an altogether sunnier outlook. Wherever you’re sitting!

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 Respect your world.
We all share a responsibility to look after our world. That’s why Vauxhall has always
been at the forefront of green automotive initiatives. Most recently, we are looking at
ways to further reduce vehicle CO 2 emissions and working on even cleaner, alternative
power sources, including zero-emission fuel cell technology.

But our commitment to preserving the environment goes even further. We have
dramatically reduced manufacturing emissions, for example, and our new vehicles
use more recycled materials and more recyclable parts than ever before.

We also offer free and easily accessible, environmentally friendly, end-of-life vehicle
disposal through our partners Autogreen Ltd. And under our EcoFlex Scrap Allowance*
programme, if you buy a selected low-emission Meriva model, we’ll even offer you
£1000 to take your old, higher emission car off the road.

That way, we reduce our environmental impact in every

phase of every vehicle’s life cycle. Because your world
is our world, too.

*Terms and conditions apply. Please ask your Retailer for details.

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 Safety for the whole family.
With a 4-star EuroNCAP adult occupancy rating, you don’t need a family to appreciate Meriva’s many safety features. Every model
comes with twin front airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners and side-impact protection beams. All three rear seats are equipped
with adjustable head restraints and lap and diagonal seatbelts – the centre belt pulls down from the headlining.

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 ISOFIX child seat restraint system. Airbags. Every Meriva features driver
Every Meriva is fitted with ISOFIX child and front passenger airbags as standard.
seat restraint fittings on both outer rear Front seat side-impact airbags and full-
seats, with front passenger seat fittings size curtain airbags are available as part
optional as part of the Protection Pack. of the optional Protection Pack, along with
Used in conjunction with Vauxhall active-safety front seat head restraints
accessory child safety seats, the rigid and other important safety features.
ISOFIX anchoring mechanism virtually
eliminates the dangers that can result
from incorrect child seat installation.

Safety
The Vauxhall ISOFIX child seat (see
page 30), simply clicks into the mounting
points engineered into the car.

Adaptive Forward Lighting Powerful lighting. Halogen headlights

(AFL). Optional on Meriva Club and with electric headlight beam levelling are
Design models this sophisticated standard on every Meriva. And front fog
halogen lighting system moves the lights, standard on Design and optional as
headlight beams up to 15 degrees left part of the Club Plus Pack, help you see
or right when you turn the steering even more clearly, and arrive safely, in the
wheel, helping improve your vision most demanding of weather conditions.
of the approaching bend. Further
Adult occupant rating
explanation can be found in the
Technical data section on page 49.

Security. The hard work we’ve put into

securing your belongings has also led
to low, money-saving Meriva insurance
group ratings. Features include an engine
deadlock immobiliser, remote control 13
central deadlocking and a visible vehicle
identification number.

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 Driving dynamics. A family car that’s
great to drive. Meriva gives you a real
feeling of confidence at the wheel – secure
in the corners and agile in all conditions.
The ride is beautifully balanced – no
matter how many people you have on
board. And the intelligent chassis features
like Dynamic SAfety (DSA) suspension –
which enhances stability when braking on
surfaces with differing levels of grip on
Driving dynamics

either side of the vehicle – combined with

Tinted rear lights. Extra safety with anti-lock brakes and traction control gives
style. Meriva’s pillar-mounted rear lights the sort of active safety you would expect
increase visibility for following drivers from Vauxhall.
whilst integrating perfectly into the car’s
smooth rear styling. High mounting also
keeps them out of harm’s way, protecting
against accidental parking damage.

ABS. Meriva’s Anti-lock Braking System ESP and Traction Control*. Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) helps you
(ABS) with Electronic Brakeforce maintain control during adverse or emergency conditions. If the car begins to slide, ESP
Distribution (EBD) and Emergency Brake gently applies corrective braking to the appropriate road wheel to help you regain control.
Assist (EBA) can reduce emergency Traction Control (TC) helps prevent wheelspin during acceleration. Further explanation
14 stopping distances, particularly on can be found in the Technical data section on page 49.
slippery roads. It prevents the wheels
from locking up and allows drivers to
retain steering control.
*Optional as part of Protection Pack.

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 Where driving becomes a real pleasure.
Meriva is not just great fun to drive. Featuring Dynamic SAfety suspension (DSA), ABS, EBD and EBA all fitted
as standard, together with the availability of ESP and TC across the range, the chassis spec reads like an A-Z
of active safety. You can read more about what they do on the opposite page. Suffice to say that they’re designed
to give you greater peace of mind – whatever the road conditions.

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 Powerful and efficient. Responsive and clean.
Meriva’s engines pack plenty of punch, matched with low fuel consumption and low service requirements too.
The range extends to three advanced petrol engines and two super-efficient common rail turbo diesels.

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 Common rail diesels. Meriva is available Choice of transmissions. Meriva
with two advanced, common rail, turbo can be specified with either a slick, five-
diesel engines. The 1.3CDTi 16v 75PS unit speed manual gearbox or, on some
and more powerful 100PS 1.7CDTi 16v models, Vauxhall’s innovative Easytronic
engine are designed to offer good transmission. The ratios on five-speed
flexibility, tight emissions control and manual versions have been specifically
low running costs. chosen to optimise flexibility and promote
ease of driving.

Engines and transmissions

Petrol engines. Meriva is available Easytronic. Choose the optional
with a choice of three advanced petrol Easytronic transmission and you’ll get
engines – highly economical 1.4i 16v a five-speed manual gearbox with a fully
and 1.6i 16v Twinport units plus a powerful automatic mode. In manual mode, you
1.8i 16v. The Twinport variable induction simply push the lever forward or back to
system ensures lively power delivery with shift gears up or down. The facia display
high fuel economy and low emissions. tells you what gear you’re in – 1 to 5, N
for Neutral or A for Auto. Switch to fully
automatic mode and it has many of the
features of a regular automatic, including
a kickdown function. There’s no clutch
pedal so you can drive it on an automatic-
only driving licence.

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 Audio and Sat Nav. If quality sounds
are high on your agenda, you won’t be
disappointed by Meriva. Choose Life
or Club and you get a quality radio/CD
player with steering wheel controls
as standard. Select Design and you’re
also treated to our ingenious rear seat
Twin Audio® system and a CD player
capable of playing MP3 CD files.
Optional infotainment systems include
Features

our new auxiliary-in socket so you can

play tracks directly from your personal
MP3 player, a CD autochanger and the
very best in satellite navigation too.
Turn to page 44/45 for more feature
information and availability details.

Welcome lighting and door-to-door illumination. Meriva’s front, rear and interior Air-con and ECC. Air conditioning
lights are activated when the car is unlocked using the remote control unit; they go out provides chilled air on hot days, faster
when the engine is started, or when the car is locked. On Club and Design models simply demisting on damp days and a more
flick the main beam headlight stalk upon leaving the car and the dipped headlights and pleasant atmosphere throughout the
rear lights stay on for 30 seconds, giving you time to make your way from the vehicle in year. Move up to Electronic Climate
an unlit driveway or car park. Control (ECC) for a more consistent
control of the interior temperature.

Bluetooth® technology. Meriva Club Perfect seating position. With a six-

models can be specified with the latest way adjustable driver’s seat – including
mobile phone technology, operated via height adjustment – and a tiltable steering
the car’s steering wheel mounted audio column on Design models, it’s easy to
18 controls. Further explanation can be found find the perfect seating position. Club
in the Equipment section on page 45. and Design models also feature a folding
front armrest.

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 How do you like to drive?
Meriva puts the driver firmly in control. To begin with, the six-way adjustable driver’s seat – including height adjustment – plus a
tiltable steering column (standard on Design, optional at extra cost on Life and Club) ensure the perfect driving position. And the
driver environment is packed with clever ideas to make driving easier and more enjoyable.

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 Twin Audio®. Meriva’s
independent rear seat Twin Audio®
system – standard on Design, optional
on Club – comes with a single headphone
set and separate rear controls. There’s
an on/off switch, the ability to change
between CD and radio tuner and a scan
function. So front and rear passengers
can listen to the radio or a CD totally
independently and at the same time.
It even mutes the rear speakers when
in use. Up to two headphone sets can
be accommodated with independent
headphone controls for each. Additional
headphone sets and alternative earhook
headphones (shown left) are available
as accessories.

Enjoy the luxury of comfort and convenience.

Meriva is a great car to travel in because it’s just as comfortable in the back as in the front. And there are many
clever features designed to make every journey a pleasure.

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 Clever storage solutions.
Meriva is packed with practical storage
ideas. Depending on which model you
choose, you’ll find features like a stowage
net and underseat storage tray for the
front passenger, a driver’s sunglasses
holder, coin and drinks holders, luggage
hooks and more.

Features
Underfloor storage. All Vauxhall
cars will keep your luggage under cover
and out of sight, but the Meriva luggage
compartment also features two side
storage bins and an underfloor storage
area, with three compartments including
a special one designed for a warning
triangle (not supplied).

Fold-out tray tables. Meriva’s Fold-flat rear seats. All Merivas have fold-flat rear seats making room for even
practical tray tables, with their integrated more luggage – enough for loads of up to 1568mm in length. Together with the 40/20/40
drinks holders – standard on Design seat fold configuration the Meriva’s load area is adaptable for awkward sized objects.
models – provide a handy surface for Turn to page 50 for more details of Meriva’s loadspace dimensions and luggage capacities.
a variety of uses. They also come with
net pockets for both front seat backs –
perfect for magazines and other rear
passenger belongings.

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 Decide who you are.

And choose your Meriva.

No two families are identical. And no two Meriva drivers will want exactly the same blend of model, engine and equipment. That’s why we’ve made Meriva
choice as flexible as possible. With four feature-packed trim levels – plus the sensational Meriva VXR – five power units and a huge array of options, option
packs and accessories, Meriva offers a model to suit all families – and all budgets.

Expression is our entry model – superb value and remarkably well equipped. Life takes this successful recipe and adds just that little bit more. Club is our
upwardly mobile model – clearly aspirational in its outlook. While Design models more than live up to their name – capturing everything that’s great about
Meriva with an added injection of style.

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 EXPRESSION

Standard features include:

• Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
• FlexSpace® flexible rear seats
• Twin front airbags
• Three rear seat head restraints
• Three lap and diagonal rear seatbelts
• Engine deadlock immobiliser
• Remote control central deadlocking
Expression

• Cassette player/stereo radio (CC 20)

• Welcome lighting
• ISOFIX child seat fixings on outer
rear seats
• Dark-style tail lights

Engine Insurance
availability groups (ABI)
20 50
1.4i 16v Twinport 3E 9E
1.3CDTi 16v 3E 8E

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Please note: Insurance groups relate to both the previous

20 group rating and the new 50 group rating.

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 LIFE

Standard features include:

• Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
• FlexSpace® flexible rear seats
• Twin front airbags
• Three rear seat head restraints
• Three lap and diagonal rear seatbelts
• Engine deadlock immobiliser
• Remote control central deadlocking

Life
• Welcome lighting
• ISOFIX child seat fixings on outer
rear seats
• Dark-style tail lights

Additional features over

and above Expression model:
• Air conditioning (1.7CDTi 16v only)
• Electrically operated front windows
with safety autoreverse and one-
touch facility
• CD player/stereo radio (CD 30)
• Steering wheel mounted audio controls

Engine Insurance
availability groups (ABI)
20 50
1.4i 16v Twinport 4E 9E
1.6i 16v Twinport 4E 12E
1.6i 16v Twinport Easytronic 4E 12E
1.3CDTi 16v 3E 8E
1.7CDTi 16v 5E 14E

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Please note: Insurance groups relate to both the previous
20 group rating and the new 50 group rating.

Two-coat pearlescent paint is optional at extra cost.

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 CLUB

Additional features over

and above Life model:
• Air conditioning
• Body-colour door handles and
side-protection mouldings
• Front seat folding centre armrest
• Body-colour electrically adjustable/
heated door mirrors
Club

• Driver’s sunglasses holder

• Front passenger’s underseat
storage tray
• Front and rear reading lights
• Door-to-door illumination

Engine Insurance
availability groups (ABI)
20 50
1.4i 16v Twinport 5E 10E
1.6i 16v Twinport 5E 12E
1.6i 16v Twinport Easytronic 5E 12E
1.8i 16v 6E 15E Optional Club Plus Pack:
• 15-inch Structure wheels
1.8i 16v Easytronic 6E 15E
• Front fog lights
1.3CDTi 16v 4E 8E
• Leather-covered steering wheel
1.7CDTi 16v 6E 15E
• Dark-tinted Solar Protect® glass
(excludes windscreen and front
door windows)
• Cruise control
• Tiltable steering column

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Please note: Insurance groups relate to both the previous
20 group rating and the new 50 group rating.

Two-coat pearlescent paint is optional at extra cost.

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 DESIGN

Additional features over

and above Club model:
• Tiltable steering column
• Leather-covered steering wheel
• Cruise control
• Black foil on door pillars
• Dark-tinted Solar Protect® glass
• Electrically operated rear windows

Design
• Twin electrically operated sunroofs
• Front fog lights with
chrome-effect surrounds
• CD player with MP3 format/stereo radio
(CD 30 MP3)
• Rear seat Twin Audio®
• Map pockets and aviation-style
folding trays on front seat backs
• Alloy-effect centre console
• 15-inch Structure wheels

Additional features for Design

models with Exterior Pack: Optional Design Plus Pack:
• 17-inch five-spoke alloy wheels • Electronic Climate Control (ECC)
• VXR Styling Pack One* incorporating air conditioning
• Solar Reflect® windscreen
Engine Insurance • Electro-chromatic anti-dazzle
availability groups (ABI) rear-view mirror
20 50 • Indirect night lighting

1.4i 16v Twinport 5E 12E

1.6i 16v Twinport 5E 12E
1.6i 16v Twinport Easytronic 5E 12E
1.8i 16v 6E 16E
1.8i 16v Easytronic 6E 16E
1.7CDTi 16v 6E 15E

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Please note: Insurance groups relate to both the previous
20 group rating and the new 50 group rating.

Two-coat metallic paint is optional at extra cost. *See pages 31 and 48 for full details.

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 Styling
Vauxhall options and accessories are all about choice – selecting your new car, then personalising it
to suit yourself. There’s a choice of factory-fitted options and a huge range of retailer-fit accessories.
You can also choose styling products from the VXR range as well as auto design specialist Irmscher Inspired by the hugely successful
International. You’ll find further information on the following pages or just ask your Vauxhall VXRacing team, Vauxhall VXR styling
retailer for more details. products come with all the same
experience, knowledge, and passion for
style and performance. They put the
accent firmly on quality and exclusivity,
Styling

with a winning edge. And they add flair,

personality and excitement to every
Meriva model. VXR styling products are
available as factory-fit option packs or
accessories fitted by your Vauxhall retailer.

VXR Styling Pack One. Breathe

some extra style into your Meriva with
a front lower spoiler, side sills, rear
roof spoiler (see below) and rear skirt.
All of these items are also available
separately as retailer-fit accessories.
Design model illustrated also features
optional 16-inch alloy wheels available
at extra cost.

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 Protection Pack: INDIVIDUAL OPTIONS INCLUDE:
• Electronic Stability Programme (ESP)
• Traction control • Tiltable steering column
• Full-size curtain airbags • Air conditioning
• Front seat side-impact airbags • Satellite navigation/CD player with MP3
• Active-safety front seat head restraints format/auxiliary-in socket/stereo radio
• Front seat occupancy detection (CD 70) with monochromatic graphic
• ISOFIX child seat fittings information display
• CD autochanger with MP3 format/stereo
radio (CDC 40) with monochromatic

Options and option packs

graphic information display
Bluetooth® technology.* Meriva Club models can be specified with the latest • CD player with MP3 format/auxiliary-in
mobile phone technology, operated via the car’s steering wheel mounted audio controls. socket/stereo radio (CD 30 MP3)
Fully integrated into the car’s audio system, it is easy to use, with both voice activation • Rear seat Twin Audio® system
and the latest Bluetooth® wireless connectivity. Further explanation can be found in the with single headset (deletes
Equipment section on page 45. auxiliary-in socket)

*Phone and cradle not included.

Plus Pack: Easytronic. With Easytronic

• Electronic Climate Control (ECC) transmission you get the best of both
incorporating air conditioning worlds – a five-speed manual with a fully
• Solar Reflect® windscreen automatic mode. Available on most models
• Electro-chromatic anti-dazzle rear with either the 1.6i 16v or 1.8i 16v engine, it
view mirror has the added bonus of being able to be
• Indirect night lighting driven on an automatic only licence.

Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL).

Optional on Meriva Club and Design
models this sophisticated halogen lighting
system moves the headlight beams up to
15 degrees left or right when you turn the 29
steering wheel, helping improve your
vision of the approaching bend.

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 Vauxhall accessories are the right choice for your Meriva. Whatever you’re into, there’s certain to be a Vauxhall accessory with
your name on it, all fitted by trained Vauxhall professionals. We’ve only featured a small selection of what’s available here.
The Vauxhall Car Accessory Brochure gives further details or check out our website at www.vauxhall-accessories.com
Accessories

Child seats. Vauxhall offers a range Dog guard*. Specially designed for
of child seats, ergonomically styled for Meriva, our heavy-duty steel dog guard
comfort and safety. The Baby-Safe will help keep your dog secure in the rear
(for babies from birth to 13kg), and Kid of the car and protects the driver and
(15-36kg) seats are fixed with a standard passenger in the event of sudden braking
lap and diagonal seatbelt, while the Duo or emergency manoeuvres.
ISOFIX (9-18kg) can also be attached
using the ISOFIX child seat restraint *Only fits directly behind front seats with rear seat
folded flat.
fittings, which are standard on the
outer rear seats of all Meriva models.
The rigid ISOFIX anchoring mechanism
virtually eliminates the dangers of FURTHER ACCESSORIES
incorrect child seat installation. For further AVAILABLE INCLUDE:
information on our complete range of
child seats, please ask for a copy of the • Thatcham approved alarm system
Vauxhall Accessories Child Seat brochure • Floor mats
available from your Vauxhall retailer. • Cargo liner
• Mudflaps
• Headlight protectors
• Detachable tow bar
• Electrically-chilled 12-litre cool bag
• Premium bicycle carrier
Base carrier and roof box. The Rear parking distance sensors. • Side loading bicycle carrier
Vauxhall roof rack system begins with This invaluable parking aid is mounted • Alloy ski carrier
a base carrier, comprising two T-track within the Meriva rear number plate area. • Anti-slip mat
roof bars which support a wide range Activated automatically when reverse • Sunblinds
30 of attachments. These include a high gear is selected, it beeps as you approach • Steering wheel security bar
capacity roof box which is lockable and an obstruction changing to a continuous
easy to fit. tone when it’s approximately
300mm away.

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 VAUXHALL ACCESSORY PACKS Styling
Vauxhall accessory packs bring together a selection of essential
accessories at great prices, helping you to protect your car and Developed in conjunction with auto design specialists Irmscher International,
equipping you for roadside emergencies. Meriva styling accessories perfectly complement the vehicle’s lines, as well as
being manufactured to the same exacting standards as the car itself. For availability
details please ask your Vauxhall retailer.

Accessories
Interior door sill covers. Protection
and style are offered in these stainless
steel finished sill covers. Available in pairs
(front only) or sets of four.

Protection Pack. Irmscher alloy wheels. They’re the

perfect way to personalise your Meriva.
• Velour mats With a huge range to choose from (style
• Mudflaps illustrated is Signa), and sizes from 15 to 17
• Cargo liner inches, you’re sure to find one to suit your
style and budget. And don’t forget to ask
about our accessory wheel locking kits too.

Safety Pack. Cross hatch front grille. Being

different is easy with the cross hatch
• First aid kit front grille from Irmscher. Featuring the
• Warning triangle Irmscher silhouette logo it adds style
• Hi-visibility vest and individuality. 31

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 MERIVA VXR

This is extra-sensory stimulation. Cars

with soul and power to make you feel
alive, electrified and inspired. A range of
driver-focused, performance machines
for the road, born on the track.

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 > Unique VXR body styling
> 180PS 1.6i 16v Turbo
> 17-inch six-spoke alloy wheels
> VXR Recaro sports seats
VXR

DISCOVER 7.9SEC
0-60MPH

VXR takes all the experience, knowledge and passion gained from over 110 British Touring
Car Championship (BTCC) wins and crystallises it into a range of high performance road
cars. Since first entering the BTCC in 1989, Vauxhall’s works team has won no less than
18 titles and has become the most successful manufacturer in the modern era. As defending
Driver and Manufacturer title holders, we’ll be all-out to maintain this unrivalled record
throughout the 2008 HiQ MSA British Touring Car Championship season.

For more information on the Meriva VXR please ask your Vauxhall retailer for a copy of the latest VXR range brochure.

“POINTLESS? ON THE CONTRARY, I FOUND

THE JUXTAPOSITION OF MPV LOOKS AND
HOT-HATCHBACK DYNAMICS RIOTOUSLY
34
ENTERTAINING. IT MIGHT BE AN UNLIKELY
IDEA, BUT IT’S A HECK OF A GOOD ONE.”
THE INDEPENDENT – FEBRUARY 2007

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 MERIVA VXR.
Who said serious performance and family-style practicality don’t mix? Quite simply, this is the clever and versatile MPV for anyone who loves driving.
Check out the unique VXR styling. Lowered and uprated sports suspension. Not to mention the sensational, turbocharged 180PS 1.6i 16v engine.
Truth is, you won’t find a more rapid car in this class. But then, with Meriva VXR, that’s only half the story.

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 Exterior colours Flame Red – solid Star Silver – metallic

Royal Blue – solid Silver Lightning – metallic

Glacier White – solid Metro Blue – metallic

Green Spirit – metallic Lancelot – metallic

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 Meriva’s colour and trim combinations have been carefully
selected to complement each other, while reflecting the
individual status of each model in the range.
Due to the limitations of the printing process the colours reproduced may vary slightly from the actual
paint colour or trim material. As a result they should be used as a guide only. Your Vauxhall retailer has
a comprehensive display of all our paint samples and trim swatches.

Exterior colours
Air Blue – pearlescent

Ultra Blue – pearlescent Black Sapphire – pearlescent

Steel Blue – pearlescent

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 Punch, Charcoal Punch, Blue
Interior trims

Fuse, Charcoal

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 Colour and trim combinations
Exterior colours Model, trim name and trim colour

Expression Life Club Design

Punch cloth Punch cloth Punch ‘Classic’ cloth Fuse cloth
Solid
Flame Red Charcoal Charcoal Charcoal Charcoal
Royal Blue Charcoal Charcoal Charcoal Charcoal
Glacier White Charcoal – – –
Two-coat metallic*
Star Silver – Charcoal Charcoal or Blue Charcoal
Silver Lightning – Charcoal Charcoal or Blue Charcoal
Metro Blue – Charcoal Charcoal or Blue Charcoal
Lancelot – Charcoal Charcoal or Blue Charcoal
Green Spirit – Charcoal Charcoal Charcoal
Two-coat pearlescent*
Ultra Blue – Charcoal Charcoal or Blue Charcoal
Steel Blue – Charcoal Charcoal Charcoal
Air Blue – Charcoal Charcoal or Blue Charcoal
Black Sapphire – Charcoal Charcoal or Blue Charcoal
– = Exterior colour listed is not available on this model.
* = Available at extra cost.

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 Safety
Contents
Standard features ● Driver’s airbag ● Front passenger’s airbag ● Pedal release system – Reduces potential injury to the driver’s legs
Equipment
and feet during a severe frontal impact ● Laminated windscreen ● Burst-proof door locks and anti-jam door design ● Reinforced
Safety 40 passenger safety cell ● Side-impact protection beams ● Fuel tank located ahead of rear axle
Security
Heating and ventilation 41 ● ISOFIX child seat restraint system for outer rear seats (does not include child seat) ● Child-proof locks on rear doors
Facia, instruments and controls
●Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) ● Emergency Brake Assist (EBA) – See D1 on
Seating
page 49
Additional interior features 42
Mechanical ● Height-adjustable front seat head restraints ● Height-adjustable front seatbelts ● Pyrotechnic front body-lock seatbelt
Wheels and tyres 43 pretensioner system – Tightens the seatbelt during the early stages of a frontal impact ● Front seatbelt force limiters – Reduce potential
Exterior protection and styling upper body injuries during a frontal impact ● Three inertia-reel lap and diagonal rear seatbelts ● Three adjustable rear seat head
Exterior and convenience features restraints ● Anti-submarining ramps in all seats – Help prevent occupants sliding underneath the lap belt during a collision ● Reinforced
Option packs 44 rear seat back – Helps prevent heavy items entering the passenger compartment
Audio, navigation and communication
Technical data Additional features Exp. Life Club Design Design XP
Front seat side-impact airbags ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
Engines 46
Full-size curtain airbags ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
Performance, fuel economy and emissions 47
Weights and towing data Automatic seat occupancy detection for front passenger’s airbags ■ ■ ■ ■ ■

Vauxhall Assistance and warranties, 48 ISOFIX child seat restraint system for front passenger’s seat (does not include
■ ■ ■ ■ ■
transmission, steering, suspension and brakes child seat)
Active-safety front seat head restraints (height-adjustable) ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
Features explained 49
Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) – see D2 on page 49 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
Exterior dimensions 50
Luggage capacities Electronic traction control with two-way intervention ■ ■ ■ ■ ■

Seating configurations 51
Security
Standard features ● Remote control two-stage central locking (doors, tailgate and fuel flap) with security deadlocks ● Freewheeling
door and ignition locks ● Electronic theft protection system for audio equipment and remote display ● Electronic engine deadlock
immobiliser ● ‘Key left in ignition’ audible warning ● Visible Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Additional feature Exp. Life Club Design Design XP
Door-to-door illumination ● ● ●

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 Heating and ventilation
Standard features ● Air blend heater with four-speed fan and illuminated controls ● Interior pollen filter ● Side window demist
vents ● Four adjustable heating and ventilation outlets on facia ● Rear passenger compartment heating outlets on centre console
Additional features Exp. Life Club Design Design XP
Interior odour-reducing activated charcoal filter ● ●1

Air conditioning and air recirculation facility ●2 ● ● ●

Electronic Climate Control (ECC) and Solar Reflect® windscreen ■ ■

Facia, instruments and controls

Equipment
Standard features ● Rev counter ● Electronically controlled coolant temperature gauge and fuel gauge ● Trip odometer ● Low fuel
level warning light ● Service-due indicator ● Handbrake-on warning light ● Three-spoke steering wheel ● Instrument panel light Electronic Climate Control (ECC).
dimmer ● Illuminated glovebox with lid ● 12-volt electrical accessory socket in front and rear centre consoles ● Multi-function display
panel showing time, date, audio information and outside air temperature (with ice warning function) ● Digital clock with automatic
RDS time adjustment
Additional features Exp. Life Club Design Design XP
Tiltable steering column ● ●3 ● ●

Leather-covered steering wheel ■ ● ●

Cruise control ■ ● ●

Seating and upholstery

Standard features ● Reclining front seats ● Driver’s seat height adjuster ● FlexSpace® rear seating – Provides an innovative solution to
varying passenger and luggage carrying requirements ● 40/20/40 split-folding rear seat ● Outer rear seats independently adjustable for
reach and rake
Additional features Exp. Life Club Design Design XP
Multi-function display panel.
Punch cloth seat trim ● ● ●

Fuse cloth seat trim ● ●

Front seat folding centre armrest ● ● ●

Map pockets and aviation-style folding trays on front seat backs ● ●

Front passenger’s underseat storage tray ● ● ●

● = Standard equipment.
● = Optional at extra cost.
■ = Only available as part of an extra-cost option pack
(see page 44 for details).
Exp. = Expression
XP = .Design with Exterior Pack models. 41
1 = Activated charcoal filter is deleted if optional
air conditioning is specified.
2 = Fitted as standard on 1.7CDTi 16v model only.
3 = Also available as part of an extra-cost option pack.

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 Additional interior features
Standard features ● Front door pockets with drinks holders ● Drinks holders in centre console ● Coin holder in centre console
● Three tiltable passenger assist handles, rear with integral coat hooks ● Dipping rear-view mirror ● Twin sunvisors with mirror

and document pocket ● Fade up/fade down front courtesy light operated by front door switches ● Hinged and folding luggage
compartment cover ● Illuminated luggage area ● Two interior tailgate handles ● Four load restraint lashing eyes ● Storage
compartments under luggage compartment floor ● Storage bins in sides of luggage compartment ● Load area sill protection
● Chrome-effect door handles, handbrake button and gear knob trim

Additional features Exp. Life Club Design Design XP

Maze charcoal trim inserts on facia and front doors ●
Equipment

Maze chrome inserts on facia and front doors ● ●

Dark metallic-effect centre console ● ● ●

Driver’s sunglasses holder.
Alloy-effect centre console ● ●

Chrome-effect trim on instrument surrounds ● ● ●

Driver’s sunglasses holder ● ●4 ●4

Front reading lights ● ● ●

Rear reading lights ● ● ●

Indirect night lighting and electro-chromatic anti-dazzle rear-view mirror ■ ■

Front passenger’s storage net on lower centre console ● ● ●

Two luggage hooks on rear seat backs ● ● ●

Load-restraining floor net in luggage area ● ● ●

Mechanical
Standard features ● Front-wheel drive ● Five-speed manual gearbox ● Speed-sensitive electric power-assisted steering
● Gas-pressure dampers ● Front anti-roll bar

Storage compartments under luggage

compartment floor. Additional feature Exp. Life Club Design Design XP
Easytronic five-speed transmission with sequential manual gearshift or
● ● ● ●
automatic mode (1.6i 16v/1.8i 16v models only)

42

Front passenger’s storage net on lower centre

console.

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 Wheels and tyres
Features Exp. Life Club Design Design XP
Flush wheel covers ● ● ●

15-inch steel wheels with 185/60 R 15 low profile tyres ● ●5 ●5

15-inch Structure wheels with 185/60 R 15 low profile tyres ■6 ●

16-inch alloy wheels with 205/50 R 16 ultra-low profile tyres and locking
●5
wheel bolts
17-inch alloy wheels with 205/45 R 17 ultra-low profile tyres and locking
●5
wheel bolts

Equipment
Emergency tyre inflation kit (in lieu of spare wheel) ● ● ● ● ●

15-inch steel spare wheel/tyre (in lieu of emergency tyre inflation kit) ● ● ● ● ●7
15-inch Structure wheel.
Exterior protection and styling
Features Exp. Life Club Design Design XP
Chrome-effect moulding on tailgate ● ● ● ● ●

Body-colour bumpers ● ● ● ● ●

Black body side-protection mouldings ● ●

Body-colour side-protection mouldings, door handles and tailgate handle ● ● ●

Body-colour door mirrors ● ● ●

Black foil on door pillars (except with Black Sapphire paint) ●8 ● ●

Exterior and convenience features

Standard features ● Green-tinted glass ● Two-speed symmetrical overlap windscreen wipers with variable intermittent wipe
● Heated rear window with intermittent wash/wipe ● Automatic activation of rear wiper when windscreen wipers are operating and

reverse gear is selected ● Foldable door mirrors ● Lights-on audible warning ● Halogen headlights ● Welcome lighting – Switches Design with Exterior Pack 17-inch wheel.
headlights, tail lights and interior lights on by remote control via key fob ● Electric headlight beam levelling ● High-level LED centre brake
light ● Dark-style tail lights
Additional features Exp. Life Club Design Design XP ● = Standard equipment.
● = Optional at extra cost.
Dark-tinted Solar Protect® glass (excludes windscreen and front door windows) 9 ■ ● ●
■ = Only available as part of an extra-cost option pack
Electrically operated front windows with safety autoreverse and one-touch facility ● ● ● ● (see page 44 for details).
Electrically operated rear windows with safety autoreverse and one-touch facility ● ● Exp. = Expression.
XP = Design with Exterior Pack models.
Twin electrically adjustable/heated door mirrors (wide-angle on driver’s side) ● ● ●

Electrically operated slide/tilt glass front sunroof and tiltable glass rear sunroof ● ● 4 = Deleted if optional Protection Pack is specified.
5 = 1.7CDTi 16v models feature five-bolt wheel attachment,
Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL) – halogen – see D3 on page 49 ● ● ● all others are four-bolt.
Front fog lights ■ ● 10 ● 10 6 = All models feature five-bolt wheel attachment.
7 = Speed restriction applies. 43
Two-coat metallic or pearlescent paint ● ● ● ●
8 = Fitted in conjunction with optional Plus Pack. Not
available separately.
9 = Includes black foil on door pillars except on models with
optional Black Sapphire two-coat pearlescent paint.
10 = Includes chrome-effect surround.

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 Option packs
Exp. Life Club Design Design XP
VXR Styling Pack One
● ● ●
● Body-colour front lower spoiler/side sills/rear lower skirt/rear roof spoiler

Protection Pack
● Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) – see D2 on page 49 ● Electronic traction

control with two-way intervention ● Full-size curtain airbags ● Front seat

● ● ● ●11 ●11
side-impact airbags ● Active-safety front seat head restraints ● Automatic seat
occupancy detection for front passenger’s airbags ● ISOFIX child seat restraint
system for front passenger’s seat (does not include child seat)
Equipment

Plus Pack
● 15-inch Structure wheels ● Front fog lights ● Leather-covered steering wheel
Cruise control – part of the Club Plus Pack. ●
● Cruise control ● Tiltable steering column ● Dark-tinted Solar Protect® glass

(excludes windscreen and front door windows) 9

Plus Pack
● Electronic Climate Control (ECC) incorporating air conditioning
● ●
● Solar Reflect® windscreen ● Electro-chromatic anti-dazzle rear-view mirror

● Indirect night lighting

Audio, navigation and communication

Features Exp. Life Club Design Design XP
Cassette player/stereo radio (CC 20)
● Cassette player ● AM/FM stereo radio with 24 station presets ● RDS with Traffic ●
Programme ● Remote display ● 20 watts per channel output ● 6 speakers
CD player/stereo radio (CD 30)
● CD player ● AM/FM stereo radio with 24 station presets ● RDS with Traffic ● ●
Programme ● Remote display ● 20 watts per channel output ● 6 speakers
CD player with MP3 format.
CD player with MP3 format/stereo radio (CD 30 MP3)
● CD player with MP3 format ● Auxiliary-in socket ● AM/FM stereo radio
● ● ● 12 ● 12
with 24 station presets ● RDS with Traffic Programme ● Remote display
● 20 watts per channel output ● 6 speakers

CD autochanger with MP3 format/stereo radio (CDC 40)

● = Standard equipment. ● Integral six-disc CD autochanger with MP3 format ● AM/FM stereo radio with
● ● ●
● = Optional at extra cost. 36 station presets ● RDS with Traffic Programme ● Remote monochromatic
Exp. = Expression. graphic information display ● 20 watts per channel output ● 8 speakers
XP = Design with Exterior Pack models.
Satellite navigation/CD player with MP3 format/stereo radio (CD 70)
9 = Includes black foil on door pillars except on models with ● Satellite navigation system ● CD player with MP3 format ● Auxiliary-in socket

optional Black Sapphire two-coat pearlescent paint. ● AM/FM stereo radio with 24 station presets ● RDS with Traffic Programme ● ● ●
11 = Deletes driver’s sunglasses holder. ● Remote monochromatic graphic information display ● 20 watts per channel
44 12 = Does not include auxiliary-in socket.
output ● 6 speakers
13 = Only available in conjunction with optional audio units.
Deletes auxiliary-in socket from CD 30 MP3. Not
available in conjunction with mobile phone system
with Bluetooth®.
14 = Not available in conjunction with rear seat Twin Audio®.

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 Audio, navigation and communication (continued)
34m
Features Exp. Life Club Design Design XP
Steering wheel mounted audio controls ● ● ● ●

Rear seat Twin Audio® with single headset ● 13 ● ●

Mobile phone system with Bluetooth® (does not include phone or

● 14
phone-specific cradle) and graphic information display

Satellite navigation Auxiliary-in socket Mobile phone system with Bluetooth®

Vauxhall’s CD-ROM-driven satellite The auxiliary-in socket allows you to connect Available on Meriva Club models only, 1/2 m

Equipment
navigation system is very simple to operate, your portable MP3 music player directly into Vauxhall’s factory-fit dual-band mobile
using a range of menu-driven options which the car’s audio system. All you need is your phone system has been considerably
are easily accessed via the steering wheel music player and a suitable connecting lead enhanced. Now fully integrated into the audio Satellite navigation.
mounted audio controls. and you can listen to all your favourite tunes and communication system, it also features
The CD-ROM supplied with the system through your car’s speaker system. Using voice control and will connect wirelessly to
covers all major link roads and streets in your MP3 music player in the car couldn’t phones with Bluetooth® technology.
towns and cities across mainland Britain. be easier – use it to select the music, as you All the required information is displayed on
would normally do, while controlling the the multi-function display when a mobile
Clearly spoken instructions indicate the road
volume via the car’s regular volume controls. phone is in use, while the menus are easily
you need to take or the lane you need to
be in, while directional pictograms, clearly navigated by either the steering wheel
MP3 CD player
shown on the special monochromatic audio controls or the multi-function button
An MP3 is a compressed sound or music
graphic information display, back-up the on the radio. Certain functions can also be
file which, due to its small size, takes up
spoken commands. controlled by voice activation.
less space on a compact disc, which means
The CD 70 also features Traffic Message that more tracks can be recorded onto a Mounted on the centre console, the phone
Channel (TMC), a specific application of CD. It’s possible to fit almost 10 hours of system base unit can be fitted with phone-
RDS used for broadcasting real-time traffic music onto one CD, and, in a way, turns a specific cradles (available as accessories)
Mobile phone system with Bluetooth®.
information, delivered either visually or single-disc CD/MP3 player into a multi-disc for many different mobile phones. A list
verbally. autochanger. Providing you have access to of compatible cradles is featured in the
a compatible computer to create the MP3 Vauxhall Car and Accessory Price Guide.
Standard features
● Automatic re-routing on request tracks, you can compress your CD collection
● CD-ROMs available for all major European and create your own compilations – and
countries ● CD-ROM may be replaced by you won’t have to drive around with all your
audio CD after route is selected ● Display original CDs in the car.
of estimated time remaining and distance
to destination ● Exact location of vehicle
using the GPS (Global Positioning System)
and speed sensor ● Choice of four different 45
route types ● Store up to 100 personal
destinations ● Last 10 destinations
stored automatically

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 Vauxhall supporting Petrol engines
1.4i 16v Twinport 1.6i 16v Twinport 1.8i 16v
ECOTEC-4 ECOTEC-4 ECOTEC-4
Capacity 1364cc 1598cc 1796cc
Maximum power 90PS (66kW) @ 5600rpm 105PS (77kW) @ 6000rpm 125PS (92kW) @ 6000rpm
Maximum torque 125Nm (92 lb.ft.) @ 4000rpm 150Nm (111 lb.ft.) @ 3900rpm 165Nm (122 lb.ft.) @ 4600rpm
Smarter driving tips Configuration 4 cylinders, 4 valves per cylinder, double overhead camshafts
• Drive at an appropriate speed: – Staying
Fuel/induction system Naturally aspirated
within the speed limit increases driver Naturally aspirated with vacuum-controlled Twinport inlet ports
Multi-point sequential
safety, reduces CO2 emissions and saves Multi-point sequential fuel injection
Technical data

fuel injection
fuel. At 70mph you could be using up to 9% Service interval 20,000 miles or 1 year (whichever occurs sooner)
more fuel than at 60mph and up to 15%
Benefit in kind company car taxation – 2008/09 tax year
more fuel than at 50mph
All models 17% 19% 22%
• Drive smoothly at all times: – Anticipate the
ebb and flow of the traffic to avoid harsh Diesel engines
acceleration and braking
• Reduce your revs: – Change gear earlier 1.3CDTi 16v 1.7CDTi 16v
to help reduce fuel consumption – try ECOTEC-4 ECOTEC-4
2500 rpm with petrol engines and Capacity 1248cc 1686cc
2000 rpm with diesel Maximum power 75PS (55kW) @ 4000rpm 100PS (74kW) @ 4400rpm
• Idling is wasting fuel: – If you’re likely to be Maximum torque 170Nm (126 lb.ft.) @ 1750-2500rpm 240Nm (177 lb.ft.) @ 2300rpm
at a standstill for more than three minutes, Configuration 4 cylinders, 4 valves per cylinder, double overhead camshafts
switch off the engine to save fuel Fuel/induction system Turbocharger with intercooler. Common rail fuel injection
• Regularly check your tyre pressures: – Service interval 20,000 miles or 1 year (whichever occurs sooner)
Under inflated tyres increase CO2 emissions
Benefit in kind company car taxation – 2008/09 tax year
whilst over inflated tyres can be unsafe.
All models 18% 18%
Always check your handbook for the correct
tyre pressure. This will also help to increase
the life of your tyres
• Remove unnecessary items from the
car: – Extra weight increases the engine’s
workload, whilst roof racks and bike carriers
increase wind resistance. All burn more fuel
and increase CO2 emissions

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 Performance, fuel economy and emissions
Performance (manufacturer’s figures) Fuel economy mpg (litres/100km)
Maximum Acceleration (secs) mph/ Extra- CO2
speed 0-60mph 30-50mph 1000rpm Urban urban Combined emissions 65.7mpg
Model (mph) (4th gear) (5th gear) driving driving figure (g/km) 1.3CDTi 16v
Manual engine provides
1.4i 16v 104 13.4 11.3 21.0 34.9 (8.1) 55.4 (5.1) 45.6 (6.2) 148 exceptional
1.6i 16v 112 12.4 10.8 22.9 31.7 (8.9) 52.3 (5.4) 42.2 (6.7) 159 economy
1.8i 16v 118 10.3 9.5 23.0 27.4 (10.3) 50.4 (5.6) 38.7 (7.3) 174

Technical data
1.3CDTi 16v 98 16.6 8.7 22.9 45.6 (6.2) 65.7 (4.3) 56.5 (5.0) 135
1.7CDTi 16v 111 12.4 8.0 25.9 42.8 (6.6) 64.2 (4.4) 54.3 (5.2) 139
Easytronic
1.6i 16v 112 13.4 – 24.4 31.7 (8.9) 52.3 (5.4) 42.2 (6.7) 159
1.8i 16v 118 11.3 – 23.0 28.0 (10.1) 49.6 (5.7) 38.7 (7.3) 174
The fuel consumption figures shown comply with EC directive 1999/100 to provide a realistic indication of fuel consumption by taking into account everyday driving conditions, such as cold starts,
acceleration and braking. These figures take account of the vehicles kerbweight, ascertained in accordance with the above regulation. Important: the results given relate to the particular car tested.
Variations in trim level and equipment may result in slightly higher fuel consumption and CO2 emission levels than those quoted. Driving style, road and traffic conditions, vehicle mileage and
standard of maintenance may also affect fuel consumption; therefore the results do not express or imply any guarantee of fuel consumption attainable.

1300kg
Weights and towing data kg
Maximum
Kerbweight (Gross vehicle weight) Maximum towing weights towing weight
Trailer with brakes (without brakes)
1.4i 16v Expression/Life 1255 (1785) 1000 (665)
1.4i 16v Life (air-con.)/Club/Design 1280 (1810) 1000 (665)

1.6i 16v Life 1300 (1830) 1200 (675)

1.6i 16v Life (air-con.)/Club/Design 1325 (1855) 1200 (675)

1.8i 16v Club/Design 1330 (1860) 1300 (675)

1.3CDTi 16v Expression/Life 1318 (1870) 1200 (675)

1.3CDTi 16v Life (air-con.)/Club 1343 (1895) 1200 (675)

1.7CDTi 16v Life/Club/Design 1405 (1935) 1000 (675) 552kg

Gross vehicle weight is the total permissible weight of the vehicle including passengers and their luggage. To determine total carrying capacity, deduct kerbweight from gross vehicle weight. Maximum
Note that the figure obtained will include the weight of the driver, passengers and any optional equipment or accessories. The maximum roof rack loading should not exceed a total of 75kg.
The maximum towing weights are based on the ability of the car, with two occupants of 75kg each, to restart on a 12% gradient, which is approximately 1 in 8.3, at sea level. At altitudes above
carrying
1500 metres, the engine output may drop with a corresponding reduction in towing capability. Any extra weight, such as luggage or additional passengers, should be deducted from the maximum capacity
towing weight. With a trailer fully loaded, maximum noseweight should not exceed 55kg. Always fit Vauxhall towing attachments and accessories available from your Vauxhall retailer. They are
designed specifically for Vauxhall models and carry a 12-month guarantee. 47

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 Vauxhall Assistance and Steering Brakes
warranties* ● Rack and pinion ● Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
● A one-year unlimited mileage ● Speed-sensitive electric power-assisted ● Asbestos-free friction material
manufacturer’s warranty steering standard on all models ● Dual circuit, diagonally split, dual rate

● Second and third year no-fee customer ● Turning circle (kerb-to-kerb): servo-assisted system
option warranty up to 60,000 miles 10.42m (34.2ft.) ● Low brake fluid level warning light

(from first registration) ● Turns lock-to-lock: 3.8 ● Plastic-coated brake pipes

● Vauxhall Assistance for 12 months from (2.9 on Design with Exterior Pack models) 1.4i 16v
first registration Front ventilated discs: 260mm diameter
Suspension
Technical data

● Six years’ body panel anti-perforation Rear discs: 240mm diameter

warranty Front: Independent. MacPherson struts 1.6i 16v/1.8i 16v
* = Warranty is only available on vehicles sourced from with coil springs and gas-pressure Front ventilated discs: 280mm diameter
Vauxhall Motors Ltd. Terms and conditions apply - please dampers. Anti-roll bar. Dynamic SAfety Rear discs: 264mm diameter
see your Vauxhall retailer for details.
(DSA) suspension – this aids stability when 1.3CDTi 16v/1.7CDTi 16v
braking on surfaces with differing levels Front ventilated discs: 280mm diameter
Optional transmission
of grip on either side of the vehicle by Rear discs: 264mm diameter
Five-speed Easytronic transmission:
increasing front wheel toe-in at the wheel
Available at extra cost on 1.6i 16v and
1.8i 16v models. Easytronic transmission
with greater grip. Body
Rear: Torsion tube with compound links. ● Aerodynamic drag co-efficient: Cd 0.31
is a five-speed manual gearbox with a fully
Progressive-rate double conical mini-block
automatic mode. In manual mode, you
simply push the lever forward or back to
springs and gas-pressure dampers. Fuel tank capacity
shift gears up or down sequentially. The
● 53 litres (11.7 gallons)
facia display tells you what gear you’re in –
1 to 5, N for Neutral or A for Auto. Switch to
fully automatic mode and it has many of the
features of a regular automatic including a
kickdown function. There’s no clutch pedal
so you can drive it on an automatic-only
driving licence. Easytronic also comes with
a winter mode, which selects second gear
for standing starts in slippery conditions.

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D3. Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL) – halogen

Stopping distance at 60mph. Actuating time: 150 milliseconds.
Optional at extra cost on Club and Design, Adaptive Forward Lighting is a sophisticated new
lighting system that ‘allows you to see around corners’! Meriva is one of the first cars in its
class to offer such technology; Autocar magazine describes it as a ‘must-have’ feature.
There are two main functions:
Reduced stopping distance with EBA.

Technical data
Stopping distance without EBA.

D1. Emergency Brake Assist (EBA)

Emergency brake assist detects the urgency with which the brake pedal is pressed and
rapidly increases the pressure to the maximum the system can provide, shortening stopping
distances. It also enhances pedal feel.

D2. Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) Curving light

ESP helps the driver maintain full control of the Speed-dependent, the system is activated by movements of the steering wheel and allows
vehicle during adverse or emergency conditions. the headlight beam to move up to 15 degrees left or right of the straight ahead position. This
ESP technology is designed to monitor both the front ensures that the main headlight beams are always aimed in the direction you’re about to go
and rear of the car independently and compare their – and not necessarily the direction the front of the car is already pointing in!
respective directions of travel with the driver’s steering
A
wheel input. If either the front A (understeer) or rear
B (oversteer) of the vehicle begins to slide, ESP
B
gently applies corrective braking to the appropriate
individual road wheel, controlling the slide and
maintaining safe progress.

A When a vehicle is understeering excessively, it displays an unwillingness to change

direction as the outside front tyre has become overloaded and begun to slide. In this instance,
ESP will apply a braking force to the inside rear wheel, slowing it down and increasing the
vehicle’s yaw angle to help the front wheels change direction.

B During the more unusual oversteering situation the vehicle’s yaw angle is excessive due
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to the outside rear tyre having lost grip. Although countersteering is an effective solution, it is Cornering light
often difficult to judge how much opposite lock to apply. ESP, however, will apply the correct Employs an additional bulb and reflector which projects a beam of light approximately 90º
braking force to the outside front wheel, which will reduce the yaw angle and bring the vehicle to the direction of travel. This ‘wide angle’ effect provides enhanced illumination of side roads
back under control. and junctions. The system is speed dependent.

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 Exterior dimensions millimetres (inches)

1624
Technical data

(63.9)

1694 (66.7) 780 2630 (103.5) 642

excluding door mirrors (30.7) (25.3)
1948 (76.7) 4052 (159.5)
including door mirrors

Luggage capacities (VDA method) Loadspace dimensions

litres cu.ft mm inches
Three rear seats configuration Maximum load length behind front seat 1568 61.7
To upper edge of rear seat back 415 14.6 Maximum load area width 1110 43.7
Rear seats folded flat (to upper edge of front seat back) 900 31.8 Maximum load area height 852 33.5
Rear seats folded flat (to roof) 1410 49.8 Maximum tailgate aperture width 1099 43.3
Maximum tailgate aperture height 832 32.8

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