2011 OPEL Zafira Tourer 2.0L CDTI Start & Stop FWD (165 HP)

Vehicle Overview

The 2011 Zafira, also known as the Tourer C, was based on the same platform with the Opel/Vauxhall Astra J. It was unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show.

The first generation of the Zafira was unveiled in 1999 and it was an MPV based on the successful compact vehicle Astra. Its 7-seat capability and the car-like handling made it a top seller on the market. It was a time when the minivan market was at its peak.

The third generation of the Zafira went further and took the design cues from the Insignia. The swept-back headlights were parts of a boomerang-style light unit with the fog-lights on the bottom. The chromed bar on the narrow grille was already a trademark for the German minivan. The raked A-pillars were complemented by an additional B-pillar forming a triangular side-front window. The roof was slightly sloped to the back and a big and flat tailgate ended the car. The sculptured side panels and doors gave a flowing-line to the car.

Inside, there was room for seven passengers. The tall seats and comfortable layout made the Zafira Tourer C an excellent car for long journeys, especially if it was fitted with the right engines. The dials and the instrument cluster resembled those found in the Astra J. The infotainment system was mounted on the center stack and it offered connectivity with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.

Under the hood, the Zafira C was offered with a choice of gasoline, diesel, and two gas engines. The latter ones were very useful for fleet vehicles and were mated to a 6-speed manual only. All of the others were available with manual or automatic transmission.