Vauxhall Zafira (2005 - 2014) 1.9 CDTi Design (150ps) 5d (Euro 4) (2006/06) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Modern, keeps up with the Jones' !!

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Bit unsure I think due to reliability problems, don't trust it anymore.

Would you buy this car again and why?

No, due to problems with particle filter. I've been told by a dealer that there are problems with this model. They need a fast run every few weeks on the motorway for at least 15 mins to clean out particle filter otherwise you will get problems with them.

What are you likely to buy next?

Something similar but older probably not Euro4 spec due to particle filter problems.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£13,500

When did you buy the car?

March 2007

Did you get a good deal and why?

Yes, excellent part exchange price obtained for Alhambra

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

No, just to replace Alhambra that needed a fortune spending on it.

What was the dealer like?

Great, kept updated throughout the process. Has a very good reputation anyway.

What's it like to drive?

Excellent mid range performance especially from 2,500 rpm, really takes off for a diesel.

What's it like to park?

No problem, very compact for an MPV.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Yes, problems with particle filter in exhaust. Has been back to dealer to have filter cleaned once, then broke down going on holiday. Had to have new exhaust as filter completely blocked at 12k miles.

What's most practical about your car?

Seating, space, styling etc.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Aircraft style handbrake, quite cool, think Ford have copied it for the new Galaxy now.