
2010 Opel Meriva leak
General Motors’ next-generation Opel Meriva compact MPV has finally been revealed. Looking very much like the Meriva concept car unveiled at the 2008 Geneva Motor Show, the actual production version picks up the funky suicide style rear-opening doors and adjustable seats we had all been hoping for. Note that unlike other rear-hinged door applications (Rolls Royce Phantom/Ghost and Mazda RX8), the Meriva benefits from front and rear doors that open independently, and does not require rear passengers to sit behind the door opening.
Engine outputs will range from 75 to 140 horsepower, with both turbocharged gasoline and diesel units on offer. A fuel-efficient EcoFlex model will also be launched.
Production of the new Opel Meriva will kick-off at a plant in Saragossa, Spain shortly after the model’s debut at March’s 2010 Geneva Motor Show.
The Meriva is an important model for GM globally. The current model is sold throughout Europe and it even reaches some parts of South America where it’s sold as a Chevrolet. Sharing its underpinnings with the Corsa subcompact, the new Meriva could potentially be sold in other markets, however, a U.S. launch is unlikely.
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By Dasupersprint Posted: 3/6/2008 9:07am PST
By NaBUru38 Posted: 3/6/2008 8:56pm PST
If GM must kill a brand, it shouldn't be a small car brand (if there's such a thing in the US). Not all Saturn customers would swap their cars for a Chevy or Pontiac if it disappears, many would go for an Asian brand. And that would destroy their efforts to reduce their average fleet fuel consumption.
By Dasupersprint Posted: 3/7/2008 5:58pm PST
By btlh2oguy Posted: 1/4/2010 5:30pm PST
Buick is not going to compete with Honda, Mazda & VW.
I would not be surprised if GM keeps Saab.
By laptop bag Posted: 1/4/2010 6:31pm PST
By gazzed Posted: 1/5/2010 12:40am PST
By bepsf Posted: 1/5/2010 9:30am PST
By Agent Posted: 1/5/2010 3:21pm PST
On the other hand, this car looks promising!
By r4 Posted: 1/6/2010 2:24am PST
I might get beats for this, but Vauxhalls are getting.... better. And I can see it through this Meriva. It is alot less boxy that the current model. it is more Astra inspired.
By Opel Meriva Posted: 1/18/2010 3:01am PST
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