2014 Vauxhall Zafira Tourer Elite 2.0 CDTi from UK and Ireland

Summary:

Worthless at higher miles

Faults:

Oil leak, coolant leak, auto-box slipping, turbo issues, smokey engine, EGR valve, engine management light on, the list goes on!

General Comments:

This 2014 Zafira Tourer I'm sure was a wonderful vehicle when new. Elite is top spec and it has the lot - it is a very comfortable and practical car. Good looking inside and out. Leather seats and spacious interior.

Nice to drive as well, the 2.0 diesel with the auto box gives good performance and economy.

However I bought mine used in 2023 and the car was OK the first year or so, but has continually given issues after the infamous 100K miles mark and I do not know why it has fallen apart so quickly. I have had Vauxhall's in the past with in excess of 100K miles and they have been OK, but I do not think modern Vauxhall's are as good as old. Too many expensive problems. It was looked after well too, has full service history.

Thankfully I didn't pay too much for it. I will be selling it as spares or repairs soon to recover some money. Not recommended.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know

Review Date: 7th September, 2026

2014 Vauxhall Zafira Exclusiv 1.8 petrol from UK and Ireland

Summary:

Average MPV

Faults:

Oil leak, ABS, broken interior plastics, brakes, exhaust, etc.

Air con is weak and the rear load cover broke.

Cosmetically the car is rough inside and out, but it has had constant family use.

General Comments:

Zafira in grey Exclusiv spec model. Very dull but capable family vehicle

Very very spacious and good visibility, comfortable seats, the car is good to be in for long journeys. Engine noise a little intrusive at motorway speeds, but I can live with it.

1.8 petrol engine is fast enough for me while doing 35 - 38 mpg on average. Service it on time and and do the cam-belt and they don't give too much trouble.

Difficult to say much more, these MPV's are what they are - dull vehicles for family use. I plan to keep mine a long time, it is 10 years old but still feels very modern and has been reliable enough and economical to run.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know

Review Date: 13th January, 2024