Holden Zafira Reviews

Dealer tried to charge for brake pad and disc replacement at 2 year service (approx 25,000km), however these had not been replaced. When this was identified, the dealer initially argued that it was standard for these to need replacing around this time. Then when it was clearly identified that the work was not done, the dealer apologized and said it was a 'billing error'. Result: loss of trust in dealer, and subsequent servicing done elsewhere, despite servicing cost included in purchase price.

Coils needed replacing at 60,000 kms - out of warranty, but half the cost met by Holden.

Timing chain broke at 79,000km, significantly damaging valves and requiring engine an rebuild or replacement. I'm still deciding what to do, with quotes ranging from $7,000 (engine replacement specialist using new Holden engine) to $10,000 by a Holden service centre.

Car is good to drive and comfortable, and meets our family needs, but its reliability is poor.

This car is likely to work out expensive in the short to medium term, because of engine failures.

New coil pack about 50,000 km.

Ignition locked about 80,000 km.

Both fixed under warranty.

This car surprised us from the day we got it; small engine, small in size, not the best looking car.

But once behind the wheel, this car did everything asked of it.

We go from 2 passengers to 7, then tow trailers, sealed roads, dirt roads, it takes anything you throw at it.

Timing chain snapped at 52400km, causing considerable damage to the valves and cylinder head.

This seems to be a common problem with the Zafira, even the Vauxhall and Opel versions in other countries.

GM should look into this as it should last considerably longer.