2004 Opel Meriva review from Singapore
"Perfect car, but takes time to learn how to drive because of Easytronic"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
1. Handbrake must pull in full when park on sloop (this is dangerous)
2. Car jerks when slowing down during Automatic mode (any one has this experience?)
General comments?
1. I was advised to shift to Neutral gear when parking. But using handbrake alone to hold the car is dangerous on a sloop (I hit a Nissan Sunny in front of me because the car was still moving!). Can any one advise me whether I can keep at Drive mode when car is stopped and parked ?
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Not very reliable, but good in a city |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 2004 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 Easytronic Semi-Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 10 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 2100 kilometres |
| Previous car | Ford Laser |
| Date of Entry | 6th January, 2005 |