Opel Zafira OPC

Opel Zafira OPC: Which Version Should You Buy?

The Opel Zafira OPC catalogue contains three 2.0 MT versions across two generations: the first-generation model with 192 hp, its restyled successor with 200 hp, and the second-generation model with 240 hp. All use a 1,998 cc Turbo Gasoline engine, Manual transmission and FWD, but the second-generation version is the clear performance choice.

The Opel Zafira OPC catalogue contains three 2.0 MT versions across two generations: the first-generation model with 192 hp, its restyled successor with 200 hp, and the second-generation model with 240 hp. All use a 1,998 cc Turbo Gasoline engine, Manual transmission and FWD, but the second-generation version is the clear performance choice. It adds 40 hp and 70 Nm over the restyled first generation, reaches 100 km/h 0.4 seconds sooner, and uses 0.6 l/100 km less fuel in combined driving. The earlier cars remain lighter, while the 200 hp restyled version offers a modest output increase over the original without changing the listed performance or consumption figures.

Opel Zafira OPC generations: what changed?

The first-generation Opel Zafira OPC was produced from 2001 to 2003 as a Compact Van with one version, 2.0 MT. Its 1,998 cc Turbo Gasoline engine produces 192 hp and 250 Nm. With a kerb weight of 1,540 kg, it carries approximately 8.02 kg for every horsepower and develops about 96.1 hp per litre.

The first-generation restyling ran from 2003 to 2005, also as a Compact Van with one 2.0 MT version. Power increased from 192 hp to 200 hp, a gain of 8 hp, while torque remained at 250 Nm. Kerb weight stayed at 1,540 kg, improving the weight-to-power figure to 7.70 kg per horsepower. Output rose to approximately 100.1 hp per litre, but the listed acceleration, maximum speed and fuel-consumption figures did not change.

The second-generation Opel Zafira OPC was produced from 2005 to 2011 as a Compact Van with one version, again named 2.0 MT. It raises output to 240 hp and 320 Nm, providing 40 hp and 70 Nm more than the restyled first generation. Kerb weight rises by 55 kg to 1,595 kg, yet the stronger engine improves the weight-to-power figure to approximately 6.65 kg per horsepower. Specific output reaches about 120.1 hp per litre.

Opel Zafira OPC engine and specs comparison

Although every version is called 2.0 MT, the generation and power output distinguish them. All three have a front, transverse 1,998 cc Gasoline engine with 4 Inline cylinders, 4 valves per cylinder, Turbo boost and distributed multi-point injection. Each has an 8.8 compression ratio and an 86 × 86 bore and stroke.

The original and restyled first-generation versions share the same 250 Nm torque figure at 1,950 rpm. The restyling adds 8 hp, although its maximum power arrives 200 rpm later. The second generation adds another 40 hp and lifts torque by 70 Nm, while changing from a 5-speed Manual to a 6-speed Manual transmission.

Opel Zafira OPC performance and fuel consumption

The 192 hp and 200 hp versions both accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.2 seconds and reach 220 km/h. Their listed consumption is also identical: 13.8 l/100 km in the city, 7.9 l/100 km on the highway and 10.1 l/100 km combined. Therefore, the restyling’s extra 8 hp does not produce a measurable advantage in these catalogue figures.

The 240 hp second-generation 2.0 MT reaches 100 km/h in 7.8 seconds, making it 0.4 seconds quicker than either first-generation version. Its 231 km/h maximum speed is 11 km/h higher. Despite weighing more, it uses 0.5 l/100 km less in the city, 0.6 l/100 km less on the highway and 0.6 l/100 km less in combined driving.

CO₂ output is not measured for any version. Environmental class is not measured for any version.

Opel Zafira OPC dimensions, weight and tank capacity

The original and restyled first-generation cars have identical listed weights. Their 1,540 kg kerb weight is 55 kg lower than the second generation, while their 2,065 kg gross weight is 135 kg lower. All versions have 150 mm of ground clearance and a 58 l fuel tank. Wheel sizes are not measured for any version.

The first-generation cars use Independent, spring front suspension and Semi-independent, spring rear suspension. Their front brakes are Ventilated disc units, while the rear brakes are Disc units. The second generation uses the same listed suspension and brake types.

Which Opel Zafira OPC version should you buy?

Choose the second-generation 2.0 MT with 240 hp if performance and catalogue fuel economy matter most. Compared with the 200 hp restyled version, its additional 40 hp and 70 Nm reduce the 0–100 km/h time by 0.4 seconds and raise maximum speed by 11 km/h. It also has one additional Manual gear and records lower consumption in every listed driving cycle. Its trade-off is weight: it is 55 kg heavier at the kerb and 135 kg heavier at gross weight.

Choose the restyled first-generation 2.0 MT with 200 hp if you want the strongest version of the lighter first-generation package. It provides 8 hp more than the 192 hp model at the same 1,540 kg kerb weight, improving weight per horsepower from approximately 8.02 kg to 7.70 kg. However, both versions have the same 250 Nm, 8.2-second acceleration time, 220 km/h maximum speed and fuel-consumption figures.

Choose the original first-generation 2.0 MT with 192 hp only if the earliest specification is specifically the one you want. Based strictly on the available numbers, it has no performance, economy, weight, clearance or tank-capacity advantage over the 200 hp restyling. Pricing, reliability, interior equipment, condition and availability are not measured, so they cannot be used here to rank the versions.

On specification alone, the buying order is straightforward: the 240 hp second-generation 2.0 MT offers the strongest performance and lowest listed consumption; the 200 hp first-generation restyling is the better of the two lighter versions; and the 192 hp first-generation 2.0 MT is chiefly distinguished by its earlier production period.