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Published November 2008 (BMB/Graymatter) General Motors Ireland Limited, Fern Road, Sandyford Business Estate, Dublin 18. www.opel.ie
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Special Editions. Details of any such models will be contained in speciÞ c literature or found on the Opel website. The colours reproduced in this brochure may vary slightly from the actual paint colour or trim material due to the limitations of the printing process. Please note that Opel dealers are not the agents of General Motors Ireland Limited and are not authorised to bind the Company by any speciÞ...
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And not all of the features described are available on every model. So please check in the Opel Meriva Price Guide for further details. From time to time, we also offer alternative Meriva models such as Special Editions, featured in their Features explained own separate literature or found on the Opel website: www.opel.ie...
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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 fl exibility? 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 –...
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We all share a responsibility to look after our world. That’s why Opel has always been at the forefront of green automotive initiatives. Most recently, we are looking at ways to further reduce vehicle CO emissions and working on even cleaner, alternative power sources, including zero-emission fuel cell technology.
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Please note: not all of the features listed are available retain steering control. A more detailed on every model. Please consult your Opel dealer for full availability details. explanation of the EBA function can be found in the Features explained section on page 31.
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The Opel ISOFIX child seat simply clicks into the mounting points engineered into the car. Please note: not all of the features listed are available on every model. Please consult your Opel dealer for full availability details. Adaptive Forward Lighting Welcome lighting and door-to-door (AFL).
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Please note: not all of the features listed are available on every model. Please consult your Opel dealer for full availability details.
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EXPRESSION LIFE Standard features include: Standard features include: • Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) • Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) • Emergency Brake Assist (EBA) • Emergency Brake Assist (EBA) ® ® • FlexSpace flexible rear seats • FlexSpace flexible rear seats Twin front airbags Twin front airbags •...
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CLUB DESIGN Additional features over Additional features over and above Life model: and above Club model: • Air conditioning • Cruise control • Body-colour door handles and • Electrically operated rear windows side-protection mouldings Twin electrically operated sunroofs • Body-colour electrically adjustable/ Front fog lights with •...
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Opel accessories are the right choice for your Meriva. Whatever you’re into, there’s certain within the Meriva rear number plate to be an Opel accessory with your name on it, all fitted by trained Opel professionals. area. Activated automatically when You can also choose styling products from the OPC range as well as auto design specialist Inspired by Opel’s racing heritage,...
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MERIVA DISCOVER 0-100KM/H Engine OPC exterior features include 1.6i 16v ECOTEC-4 Turbo (1598cc) > OPC honeycomb sports front grille and Max. power: 180PS (132kW) @ 5500rpm air dam/bumper Who said serious performance and family-style practicality don’t mix? Max. torque: 230Nm* (170 lb.ft.) @ >...
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– – – – paint colour or trim material. As a result they should be used as a guide only. Your Opel dealer has a comprehensive display of all our paint samples and trim swatches. Two-coat metallic* Star Silver –...
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With a trailer fully loaded, maximum noseweight should not exceed 55kg. Always fi t Opel towing attachments and accessories available from your Opel dealer. They are designed specifi cally for Opel models and carry a 24-month guarantee.
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Seating confi gurations Easytronic transmission Suspension Brakes Standard on 1.6i 16v Life, Club and Front: Independent. MacPherson struts ● Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) With all three rear seats in place Design models. Easytronic transmission with coil springs and gas-pressure including traction control (OPC only) the backrests of the outer seats can be is a fi...
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Exterior dimensions Features explained millimetres (inches) D3. Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL) – halogen Stopping distance at 100km/h. Actuating time: 150 milliseconds. Optional at extra cost on Club, Design and OPC, Adaptive Forward Lighting is a sophisticated new lighting system that ‘allows you to see around corners’! Meriva is one of the fi...
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