Carsieve All versions
| Variant | Running cost per month | Median price | Listings | Fuel | Engine codes | Gearbox | Production years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4 Turbo, 120 PS, 5-speed manual Research | €426 | €4,499 | 337 | LPG / Petrol | B14NET, B14XER, LDD | Manual (5) | 2010–2013 |
| 1.4 Turbo, 120 PS, 6-speed manual Research | €436 | €4,499 | 337 | Petrol | B14NET | Manual (6) | 2011–2013 |
| 1.4, 100 PS, 5-speed manual Research | €417 | €3,990 | 277 | Petrol | B14XER, LDD | Manual (5) | 2010–2013 |
| 1.4 Turbo, 140 PS, 6-speed manual Research | €442 | €4,499 | 134 | Petrol | B14NET, LUJ | Manual (6) | 2010–2013 |
| 1.3 CDTI, 95 PS, 5-speed manual Research | €385 | €3,700 | 122 | Diesel | A13DTE, LSF | Manual (5) | 2010–2013 |
| 1.7 CDTI, 110 PS, 6-speed manual Research | €442 | €3,499 | 106 | Diesel | A17DTS | Manual (6) | 2010–2013 |
| 1.7 CDTI, 100 PS, 6-speed automatic | €482 | €4,500 | 60 | Diesel | A17DT | Automatic (6) | 2010–2012 |
At a glance
- Years: built 2010 to 2017. Most gearbox and ignition reports are about pre-facelift cars.
- Reliability: 2/5. The 1.4 Turbo has the most known faults, and oil loss is common across the range.
- DIY: 2/5. Timing chain, gearbox and cooling repairs need a workshop.
- Prefer: a car with a full service record, done recalls and a quiet gearbox.
- Avoid: a 1.4 Turbo with no proof of timing chain or coolant work, and an M32 gearbox that hums.
- Biggest risk: the 1.4 Turbo timing chain. A failed chain can destroy the engine.
Engines and gearboxes
- 1.4 petrol (A14XER), 100-101 PS: no common engine fault known. The ignition coil is a known breakdown cause on petrol cars.
- 1.4 Turbo, A14NET (140 PS) and A14NEL (120 PS): the timing chain, coolant loss and oil loss are named for the A14NET.
- 1.3 CDTI (A13DTE), 75 PS at launch: no common fault known.
- 1.7 CDTI (A17DT), 100 and 110 PS: no common fault known.
- 1.6 CDTI, 95 to 136 PS (Euro 6 from 2014): a wiring harness recall applies to cars with the M32 manual.
- Manual, M32 6-speed (diesels and turbo petrols): the bearings wear.
- Manual, F13 5-speed (101 PS petrol): no common fault known.
- Automatic, AF40 6-speed (100 PS diesel): no common fault known.
Known issues
| Issue | Affects | Typical km | Repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4 Turbo timing chain | 1.4 Turbo (A14NET) | Not stated | No confirmed price |
| 1.4 Turbo coolant loss and water pump | 1.4 Turbo (A14NET) | Not stated | No confirmed price |
| M32 6-speed gearbox wear | M32 6-speed manual | Not stated | No confirmed price |
| Oil loss | Whole range; oldest cars most | Not stated | No confirmed price |
| Crankcase ventilation valve cover | Petrol 1.4 | Not stated | No confirmed price |
| 1.6 CDTI wiring harness recall | 1.6 CDTI with M32, 2014-2015 | Not stated | No confirmed price |
| Suspension and steering wear | All cars; springs and dampers on older cars | Not stated | No confirmed price |
| Ignition coil | Petrol, mainly pre-facelift cars | Not stated | No confirmed price |
Before you buy
- Ask for proof of timing chain work on a 1.4 Turbo. Listen for chain noise, especially on a cold start. Bad result: no record and a noisy engine.
- Drive the M32 gearbox in every gear and listen for a hum. Bad result: a hum or whine.
- On a 1.4 Turbo, check the coolant level. Look for leaks at the water pump, thermostat housing and expansion tank. Bad result: low coolant or drips under the car.
- Check the oil level after the test drive and ask for an oil service record. Bad result: low oil and no record.
- On a 1.6 CDTI with the M32, ask for proof that the wiring harness was re-routed. Bad result: no record, since the fault can stop the engine starting.
- On a petrol car, check the valve cover and ask about crankcase ventilation work. Bad result: uneven idle, whistling, or an oil cap that is hard to remove.
- Check the track rods and coupling rods for play, and the springs and dampers on older cars. Bad result: play in the joints.
- Read the engine fault memory with a scanner. Bad result: misfire or ignition fault codes.
- Ask the dealer to check the VIN for open recalls: the rear seat belt buckles and the engine software recall. Bad result: any open recall.
Running costs
| Operational | €192 |
|---|---|
| Workshop | €112 |
| Fixed costs (tax, insurance) | €132 |
| Total per month | €436 |
| New-car depreciation (not included) | €56 |
ADAC figures for 15,000 km a year over 60 months
Market
Listings on mobile.de priced up to 50,000 EUR, 29 October 2026.
- Listings
- 1,188
- 25th percentile
- €3,000
- Median price
- €4,000
- 75th percentile
- €5,350
- Median mileage
- 146,558 km
- Median first registration
- 2011
- Dealer share
- 67.6%
- Price at 100,000 km
- €5,251
To check a listing's price, open its variant in the table above. Each variant page has a price check.
In detail
1.4 Turbo timing chain
Timing chain problems are common on the 1.4 Turbo (A14NET). The timing chain drives the camshafts. Owners report noise from the chain. If the chain fails, the engine can suffer serious damage, up to total loss. Replacing the chain is a workshop job. No price is confirmed.
Sources: Carwiki, A14NET engine, Motor-Talk, 1.4 Turbo chain guide, DRIVE2, chain parts
1.4 Turbo coolant loss and water pump
Coolant escapes through small leaks. Common leak points are the water pump, the thermostat housing (the plastic cover on the thermostat), the turbo coolant lines and the expansion tank and its cap. The plastic thermostat housing can leak only when the engine is hot, so it can look dry on a cold check. Coolant can evaporate before it drips. Defective water pumps can cause overheating. The expansion tank can leak onto the ABS control unit. No price is confirmed.
Sources: Kfz-Meisterbetrieb Dietrich, A14NET coolant loss, Carwiki, A14NET engine, Gebrauchtwagenberater.de, Meriva B problems
M32 6-speed gearbox wear
The M32 six-speed manual is known for bearing wear. The bearing surfaces can break up under too much load, which leads to gearbox failure. A worn gearbox hums or whines while driving. Gearbox failures are mainly reported on pre-facelift cars. No price is confirmed.
Sources: Gebrauchtwagenberater.de, Meriva B problems, Auto.ru Magazine, six-speed manuals, Service4Service, Vauxhall gearboxes
Oil loss
Oil loss is a known issue across the range, and it is most common on the oldest cars. On the 1.4 Turbo (A14NET), early piston ring wear causes excess oil use. Oil can then damage the catalytic converter (the exhaust part that cleans emissions). Oil leaks at the engine and gearbox are also named. Check the oil level on every test drive. No price is confirmed.
Sources: AutoScout24 AT, Meriva B used car test, Gebrauchtwagenberater.de, Meriva B problems, Auto Zeitung, Meriva B buying guide, Carwiki, A14NET engine
Crankcase ventilation valve cover
The valve cover (the cover on top of the engine) holds a diaphragm (a thin rubber membrane) that vents gases from the crankcase, the lower engine block. When the diaphragm tears, the engine draws in false air. Symptoms are an uneven idle, mixture faults, a whistling or howling noise, and an oil cap that is hard to remove. The valve cover is usually replaced as one unit. No price is confirmed.
Sources: Kfz-Meisterbetrieb Dietrich, A14NET coolant loss, Motor-Talk, Meriva B buyer advice
1.6 CDTI wiring harness recall
On 1.6 CDTI cars with the M32 manual, the engine wiring harness (the bundle of cables) was routed wrongly and can rub on the gearbox casing. The wrong routing triggers warning messages. In the worst case the engine may not start. The fix is to reposition the harness, which takes about 12 minutes at a specialist workshop. An EU alert (A12/1062/15) describes the same fault. No price is confirmed.
Sources: ÖAMTC, Meriva B engine cable harness recall, Gebrauchtwagenberater.de, Meriva B problems, car-recalls.eu, Meriva 2014-2015
Suspension and steering wear
Track rods and coupling rods (the steering links that join the wheels to the steering) wear out and become loose. Springs and dampers are weak on older cars, a point that inspections flag. Steering faults also show up at inspections. No price is confirmed.
Sources: Auto Zeitung, Meriva B buying guide, AutoScout24 AT, Meriva B used car test, Gebrauchtwagenberater.de, Meriva B problems
Ignition coil
The ignition coil makes the spark for each cylinder. A consumer guide that cites ADAC breakdown data lists the ignition coil among the hotspots on pre-facelift cars. Owners also report coil failures. No price is confirmed.
Sources: Gebrauchtwagenberater.de, Meriva B problems, Motor-Talk, Meriva B buyer advice
Recalls
| Country | Code | Years | What is done |
|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | 011592 (manufacturer code KCP) | Production 2013-2017 | Software update to the engine control unit |
| Germany | not given | Built autumn 2014 to end 2015 | Workshop checks and replaces one or all rear seat belt buckles, about one hour |
| Austria | not given | Recall began end of June 2015 | Wiring harness repositioned, about 12 minutes at a specialist workshop |
| EU (RAPEX alert) | A12/1062/15 | Built 2014-2015 | Not stated |
Maintenance
- Engine oil: check the level regularly. Oil loss is common across the range, and piston ring wear is named on the 1.4 Turbo.
- Coolant: check the level and the expansion tank cap often. Coolant evaporates before it drips, so small losses are easy to miss.
- Valve cover: have the crankcase ventilation checked if the idle is uneven or the engine whistles.
Sources
English
German
- Carwiki: Opel A14NET engine
- Kfz-Meisterbetrieb Dietrich: 1.4 Turbo coolant loss
- Gebrauchtwagenberater.de: Meriva B problems
- Auto Zeitung: Meriva B buying guide
- AutoScout24 AT: Meriva B used car test
- AUTO BILD: Meriva B seat belt buckle recall
- auto motor und sport: Meriva defeat device recall
- ÖAMTC: Meriva B engine cable harness recall
- Motor-Talk: Meriva B buyer advice
- Motor-Talk: 1.4 Turbo timing chain guide