Opel "Combo" - reviews. Specifications Opel Combo

2024 Author: Erin Ralphs | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-19 11:42

Over the past few years, the demand for high-heeled trucks has increased several times. And this is not surprising, because what other car can deliver goods so quickly and mobilely, especially if their weight or dimensions are not so great. But these cars are not only suitable for transportation. They are also used for family trips and travel, because in terms of their capacity (more than 5-6 people) they are ready to replace almost a minivan. Today's article will be dedicated to these small trucks, in particular the Opel Combo car. Reviews and review of this model - further in our story.

Deserved awards

First of all, we note that "Kombo" is not just a serial "heel". Opel Combo is a well-deserved hard worker, awarded the international Van of the Year award, which has been on the world market for about 20 years.

Commercial vehicle design

The appearance of the car is very modest, one might even say nondescript, such as is required for a real cargo van. Opel engineers renounced unnecessary parts and unnecessary elements, leaving the body simple and convenient for loading. By the way, many motorists say that the new Opel Combovery similar to its Italian brother "Fiat Doblo", which also has a huge optics, stretching to the pillars of the body, and a solid smiling shape of the "front end". What is characteristic of Opel is that all elements in the design are in harmony with each other. And if the Germans planned to make such a bright and smiling appearance of the car, then they managed to display all these features in every small part of the body. All the details, from the fog lamp frame to the rounded optics and bumper, resemble a kind of smile. Wide wheel arches also play an important role in this style, emphasizing the streamlining and smoothness of forms in the design. In general, the Opel Combo (a photo of this car can be seen below) fully reflects the character and expressiveness of its owner. Such a car is suitable for use both on weekdays as a cargo taxi, and on weekends, transforming into a kind of minivan for family trips.

All these features are embodied in one single design, which can not be called dull and boring.

Dimensions and capacity of the cargo compartment

To begin with, we note that the Opel Combo enters the world market in several body variations. It can be both short and long base. The length of both is 4390 and 4740 millimeters, respectively. At the same time, the volume of luggage (cargo) space is 3.8 or 4.6 cubic meters. By the way, the height of the body can be different on the Opel Combo car. Reviews note the fact that the buyer can choose both low (1850 millimeters) and high (2100millimeters) base. By the way, on the passenger versions, all rows of seats fold into a flat floor, which allows you to carry the same cargo as on conventional vans.

Interior and build quality

When creating the Opel Combo car, German engineers and designers took into account the comfort of passengers. After all, the purpose of this truck is not only round-the-clock transportation of goods. How German engineers took care of the convenience of the driver and passengers can be judged from the photo.

Yes, inside the van is almost indistinguishable from a normal car (except for the high ceilings). Passenger modifications deserve special attention. They can be designed for both 5 and 7 people, depending on the length of the body. The highlight of the passenger "Kobmo" is the panoramic roof, which reveals all the delights of nature, which is especially important for travel lovers. Also, the car body is equipped with two sliding side doors that give access to the second and third row of seats. The quality of finishing materials deserves special attention. If the popular Fiat Doblo had a weakness in terms of hard plastics, the Opel Combo is progressing noticeably in the field of soft and pleasant to the touch finishes. This detail brings the interior of the van one step closer to the car.

As for the front, the decor here is not very luxurious. However, this is quite enough for everyday work or, for example, recreation. Inside there are a lot of niches and pockets where you canput all the necessary things. As in ordinary cars, there is an air conditioner, an adjustable column, 4 air deflectors, a radio tape recorder and an informative instrument panel. The massive three-spoke steering wheel has a very comfortable grip for the hands, which allows the driver not to get tired during a long ride. The layout of the cabin is thought out so that a person can fit in the driver's seat as comfortably as possible and, without being distracted from the road, control all the mechanisms. Yes, perhaps the interior design of the Opel Combo is not very modern, without buttons on the steering wheel and multimedia on-board computers … But, in terms of practicality, this salon deserves a solid "five". After all, two things are relevant for a van - convenience and practicality. In this, Opel is the undisputed leader.

Opel Combo: engine specifications

Thanks to close cooperation with the Italian company Fiat, the German "heel" has one of the most diverse engine lines. There are six in total. The range includes both diesel and petrol units. But first things first. So, let's start with gasoline. The youngest here is a 1.30 liter 4-cylinder in-line engine that develops a maximum power of 90 horsepower. The older unit, with its 1.4 liters of displacement, is capable of developing 5 horsepower more power than the previous one.

Diesel engines are more advanced than gasoline engines. Among the line of CDTi units, 4 power plants should be noted. The first pair, with the same volume of 1.6 liters, is capable of developing up to 90 and 105horsepower, respectively. The top is a 120-horsepower turbodiesel engine capable of developing 135 "horses" of power.

One of the most environmentally friendly powertrains should also be highlighted. The CNG engine with its 1.6 liters of working volume is capable of developing 120 horsepower. And it runs on natural gas.

Transmissions

In addition to a wide range of engines, the German Combo boasts a variety of gearboxes. Depending on the modification, the car can be equipped with three types of transmissions. Among them there are five- and six-speed “mechanics”, as well as a five-speed “automatic”.

Dynamics and fuel consumption

For a cargo van, performance indicators are not in the forefront, so in terms of speed, German engineers decided not to bother. So, the car picks up a “hundred” in a long 17 seconds. Its maximum speed is 150 kilometers per hour.

Another thing is fuel consumption. It is from this indicator that the profit from the transportation of goods depends. How does the Opel Combo car behave here? Owner reviews note that it is one of the most economical vans in its class. In the city, the car consumes about 6.3 liters of fuel, and outside of it, this figure drops to a record 4.3! With such a consumption of gasoline, Opel will pay off very quickly and will begin to bring net profit in the near future.

Opel Combo - price and configuration

Depending on typevan (passenger or cargo) and the level of equipment, the cost of a German van on the Russian market ranges from 600 to 800 thousand rubles. By the way, the manufacturer offers customers three configurations at once - Essentia, Enjoy and Cosmo. The top equipment includes options such as power windows, parking sensors, a climate control system, as well as a mechanically adjustable steering column.

Reviews

Among the positive qualities of the van, car owners note two factors - the ability to choose the length of the body and the well-thought-out interior design. The last characteristic concerns the passenger versions of the truck, which can be used as a minivan or a full-fledged truck. Folding all the rear rows of seats can be done in a few minutes, and the seat backs fold into a flat floor, which allows you to carry the same cargo as on conventional vans. Drivers and the range of engines are also praised. All engines on the Combo can withstand up to 500 thousand kilometers of resource. Before this run, you only need to fill the car with oil regularly and change the antifreeze. Well, motorists have not yet noticed significant shortcomings, except for the lack of some spare parts (in certain regions). This van is definitely worth the money.

Conclusion

Auto "Opel Combo" is one of the clearest examples of the fact that, if desired, you can still create a truck with a comfortable and convenient interior, like a passenger car. At the same time, it will retain all the necessary characteristics of the truck and is ready for operation at any moment.operation.