2006 OPEL Zafira 1.9L CDTI 6MT FWD (100 HP)

Vehicle Overview

Opel introduced the second generation of the compact-sized Zafira MPV on the European market, even though the minivan segment was declining.

Like its predecessor, the second generation of the Zafira was based on the Astra’s platform. Thus, GM could lower the vehicle’s production costs and still provide a decent quality car. Thanks to that, the compact-sized minivan was a hit among the rental companies, which were an important segment for Opel.

GM’s European design department used the same lines on the Astra H lineup for the new generation. Its clear ellipsoid headlights followed the new-edge design language. The front fascia featured a new grille adorned with a chromed slat at the top, which also included the Opel’s badge. On the sides, the carmaker added a set of body-colored moldings, thus protecting the metal parts from small bumps in the parking lot. At the back, the vertical tailgate was extended downward into the bumper, thus creating a low loading area.

Inside, the cabin provided enough room for up to seven passengers on three rows of seats, with the last row folding flat in the trunk. At the front, the high-mounted seats provided good all-around visibility. The instrument cluster featured only the speedometer, tachometer, and fuel level in the instrument panel, losing the coolant-temperature gauge. In addition, the carmaker installed the infotainment system atop the center stack.

Under the hood, the carmaker introduced a choice of six engines, both gasoline and turbo-diesel, paired with either a five- or six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic.