Opel Zafira C 1.4 Turbo, 140 PS, 6-speed manual (2012–2016)

Research for this car

• Generation guide Opel Zafira C (2012-2019): known problems and buying guide

  Middling reliability and poor breakdown rankings. Check the timing chain, oil level and diesel soot records before buying.

Known issues for this car

Before you buy this car

From the generation guide

1. On a 1.4 Turbo, listen for a rattle or clatter on a cold start and under load changes. Ask for timing chain history at 100,000-150,000 km. A rattle is a bad sign.
2. On a manual with M32, drive in 1st, 2nd, 5th and 6th and listen for a whine or hum. A whine that rises with speed is a bad sign.
3. On a 1.4 Turbo, check the coolant level and the water pump for leaks. Ask whether the pump was replaced. A falling coolant level is a bad sign.
4. Check the oil level after the test drive and ask for an oil service record. Oil loss is reported on the 1.4 Turbo and 1.6 CDTI. A low level is a bad sign.
5. Ask the dealer to check the VIN for open recalls: tie-rod end, parking brake software, airbags and the diesel software. An open campaign is a bad result; have it done before you pay.

Running costs

ADAC figures for 15,000 km a year over 60 months

ADAC versions