Carsieve Opel Meriva A 1.6, 100 PS, 5-speed automated manual (2003–2005)
- Power
- 100 PS (74 kW)
- Engine codes
- Z16XE
- Gearbox
- 5-speed automated manual
- Production years
- 2003–2005
- Running cost per month
- €433
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Median price
- €2,700
- Reliability
- 3/5
- DIY
- 2/5
Research for this car
- Generation guide Opel Meriva A (2003-2010): known problems and buying guide
Check the Easytronic gearbox, the electric steering and the 1.4 timing chain first; rust and diesel EGR come next.
Known issues for this car
| Issue | Affects | Typical km | Repair cost | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Easytronic gearbox faults | Easytronic on 1.6 and 1.8 petrol (Z16XE, Z16XEP, Z18XE) | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Electric power steering failure | All cars | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Oil leaks | Petrol engines | Higher mileage, no figure | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Rust on sills and arches | All cars, mainly older ones | 14-21 years old | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
Before you buy this car
From the generation guide
- Easytronic: Drive it from cold. Slow or jerky shifts, a car stuck in neutral or a warning light are bad results. A test drive does not show everything, so ask for a control-unit readout.
- Electric steering: With the engine running, turn the wheel on the spot and at low speed. Heavy steering or a flashing EPS light is a bad result. Ask for warranty and campaign records by VIN.
- Oil leaks: Check the oil pressure switch and the wiring under it. Oil on the switch or the harness is a bad result.
- Rust: Look at the sills, the bottoms of the doors and the wheel arches. Rust or flaking paint is a bad result.
Running costs
| Operational | €223 |
|---|---|
| Workshop | €104 |
| Fixed costs (tax, insurance) | €106 |
| Total per month | €433 |
| New-car depreciation (not included) | €34 |
ADAC figures for 15,000 km a year over 60 months
Market
Listings on mobile.de in this generation with this fuel, gearbox and power.
- Listings
- 88
- 25th percentile
- €2,000
- Median price
- €2,700
- 75th percentile
- €3,490
- Median mileage
- 136,000 km
- Median first registration
- 2004
- Dealer share
- 46.6%
Check a listing
Prices by first registration
| First registration | Listings | Median price | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 3 | – | – |
| 2005 | 28 | €2,900 | 136,000 km |
| 2004 | 39 | €2,500 | 140,000 km |
| 2003 | 18 | €2,700 | 128,464 km |
Medians only for years with at least 5 listings. Many cars are first registered after production ends, so years can run past the build years.
Price history
| Month | Listings | Median price | Middle half | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | 88 | €2,700 | €2,000 – €3,490 | 136,000 km |
| Oct 2026 | 88 | €2,700 | €2,000 – €3,490 | 136,000 km |
Median asking price at the last snapshot of each month.
ADAC versions
All 5 ADAC versions
| Version | Power | Production years | Running cost per month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meriva 1.6 Edition Easytronic | 100 PS | 2004–2005 | €433 |
| Meriva 1.6 Essentia Easytronic | 100 PS | 2003–2004 | €457 |
| Meriva 1.6 Enjoy Easytronic | 100 PS | 2003–2004 | €457 |
| Meriva 1.6 Cosmo Easytronic | 100 PS | 2003–2005 | €433 |
| Meriva 1.6 Easytronic | 100 PS | 2004–2005 | €433 |