2005 Vauxhall Zafira design review from UK and Ireland
"Perception is that is a good car - until you own one!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Major Engine Fault at 20K - 6weeks in the garage for parts to arrive and engine rebuild.
Clutch failure and thrust bearing failure at 40K miles.
EGR valve failure at 70K which is out of warranty.
2 cracked windscreens - both cracks coming from the same place.
Spare wheel stolen.
General comments?
Useful having 7 seats.
Not as economical as Vauxhall saloons.
Front seats comfortable.
No storage space.
Basic specification.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2005 |
| Year of manufacture | 2005 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 19 CDTI Manual |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 3 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 3 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 75000 miles |
| Previous car | Volkswagen Passat |
| Date of Entry | 30th January, 2008 |