2010 Vauxhall Zafira Energy 1.6 16v petrol from UK and Ireland
Summary:
Spacious
Faults:
Air con wont work, new clutch but reverse is still difficult to engage for some reason, had some suspension work at last service, brakes need done again but no big deal at age and mileage. The car has had every service and I will continue to look after it, engine seems very quiet and smooth for the fact it is near the infamous 100,000 mile mark.
Interior is pretty rough, but it has been family used for 10 years before I bought it, air vents broke, rear load cover missing, etc.
The car looks very good for its age outside, no rust or marks whatsoever. A well used but well looked after car.
General Comments:
Bought this as a cheap family run around and it has been good. Soo much room in this car. Interior is very comfortable. Vision all round is superb.
Handbrake looks like the thrust lever on an airplane, very strange, but you get used to it. To drive it is not bad, handles OK for an MPV, does not feel too heavy at all, very car like.
1.6 is not a great engine, reliable but slow and only reasonably economical, I get around 40 mpg. Go for the 1.8 or a diesel.
Energy spec is pretty low range, nothing special. Has electric windows in the front and A/C, but that is all.
All in all a practical family vehicle, nothing to get excited about, but a reliable load lugger and you can get these real cheap now, paid only £2150 for mine couple of years ago, full history and MOT, general condition good, average miles, and never let me down so far.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 4th October, 2022
9th Jan 2018, 12:01
Regarding the heater recall - The general advice is not to use the heater blower at high levels (3 and 4) until you are sure the fault is fixed. If you're unsure, call a Vauxhall dealer with your car's registration handy; they will be able to tell you if you car is affected, and if it has been recalled and fixed already.