Opel Zafira Tourer engines

The Opel Zafira Tourer was launched in 2012 as the successor to the classic Zafira B and established itself as a modern seven-seater van with a versatile range of engines. Over its production period until 2019, the Zafira Tourer offered a sophisticated combination of efficient petrol and diesel engines with advanced technology. The continuous development of the powertrains reflected Opel's focus on reliability and economy.

Opel Zafira Tourer engines (2012-2019)

The only generation of the Opel Zafira Tourer was characterized by a well thought-out engine strategy that focused on both family suitability and economy. With proper maintenance, most Opel Zafira Tourer engines easily reached 250,000 to 350,000 kilometers of mileage, with the 2.0 CDTI diesels being considered particularly durable. Major repairs were typically due between 150,000 and 200,000 kilometers, mainly for wearing parts such as turbochargers or injection systems. The absolute top engine of this generation was the 2.0 CDTI with 170 hp, which optimally combined power, reliability and low fuel consumption. In terms of technology, Opel relied on tried-and-tested units from the GM Group, supplemented by modern direct injection and variable valve control in the petrol engines and common-rail technology in the diesels. In a market comparison, the Zafira Tourer positioned itself between the VW Touran and the Ford S-MAX as a solid alternative with an attractive price-performance ratio.

Opel Zafira Tourer petrol engines (2012-2019)

The Opel Zafira Tourer petrol engines mainly comprised the proven Ecotec family with turbocharging. The 1.4 Turbo was the entry-level engine with 103 kW (140 hp) and offered a good balance between performance and consumption. More powerful engine variants received the 1.6 Turbo with 125 kW (170 hp), which was characterized by strong pulling power. These Opel Zafira Tourer petrol engines used modern direct injection and variable valve timing, but occasionally showed problems with coking of the intake valves on frequent short journeys. The most powerful petrol engine was a 1.6 Turbo with 147 kW (200 hp) available at times, but due to its complexity and higher load, it was considered less reliable than the weaker variants.

Opel Zafira Tourer diesel engines (2012-2019)

The CDTI family with common-rail injection and turbocharging dominated the Opel Zafira Tourer diesel range. The 1.6 CDTI was available with 88 kW (120 hp) and 100 kW (136 hp) and offered excellent fuel efficiency of just 4.2-4.8 liters per 100 km. The larger 2.0 CDTI was offered in power ratings of 96 kW (130 hp), 121 kW (165 hp) and 125 kW (170 hp). The Opel Zafira Tourer 2.0 CDTI with 121 kW (165 hp) in particular developed into the most reliable engine of the entire series - this variant combined powerful performance with low fuel consumption and proved to be practically maintenance-free for well over 200,000 kilometers. All CDTI engines met at least the Euro 5 standard and were equipped with a particulate filter as standard. The later models from 2016 onwards also received SCR catalytic converters to meet the Euro 6 standard.

Conclusion: The best Opel Zafira Tourer engines

The Opel Zafira Tourer engines showed remarkable consistency in terms of reliability and efficiency over the entire production period. While the gasoline engines impressed with their modern technology, the CDTI diesels established themselves as the true long-distance specialists of the series. The well thought-out engine strategy made the Zafira Tourer an attractive alternative in the highly competitive van segment.

• Best Opel Zafira Tourer gasoline engine:

The 1.4 Turbo with 140 hp offered the best combination of everyday usability, fuel consumption and reliability with moderate maintenance costs.

• Best Opel Zafira Tourer diesel engine:

The 2.0 CDTI with 165 hp combined powerful performance with exceptional durability and low fuel consumption - ideal for frequent drivers and families.

• Best Opel Zafira Tourer hybrid engine:

Hybrid powertrains were not offered in the Zafira Tourer as Opel focused on proven combustion engines.

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