- Flexible 2.2-litre petrol engine
- Good ride/handling balance
- Versatile interior
- Small turning circle
- Front seats lack thigh and lateral support
- Third row seats only for occasional use
- Limited windscreen wiper coverage
Overview
Released in June 2001, the Holden TT Zafira was a seven-seat people mover. Manufactured in Rayong, Thailand, the front-wheel drive Zafira was powered by a 2.2-litre four-cylinder petrol engine that was mated to either a four-speed automatic or five-speed manual transmission.
The 2.2-litre ECOTEC engine had double overhead camshafts, four valves per cylinder and a compression ratio of 10.0:1. Furthermore, the Zafira had MacPherson strut front suspension and torsion beam rear suspension.
The Zafira was 4317 mm long, 1742 mm wide, 1683 mm tall and had a 2694 mm long wheelbase. Inside, the Zafira had a 2-3-2 seating configuration. The second row of seats had a through-loading hatch and 60/40 split fold capability and could be folded and secured against the front seat backs; similarly, the third row of seats could also be folded forward to form a flat floor.
| Engine | Trans. | Peak power | Peak torque | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zafira | 2.2-litre petrol I4 | 4sp auto, 5sp man. |
108 kW at 5800 rpm | 203 Nm at 4000 rpm |
Safety equipment
Standard safety equipment for the Holden Zafira included dual front airbags, ABS, electronic brake force distribution, traction control and front seatbelts with pyrotechnic pretensioners with load limiters.
Euro NCAP crash testing
In Euro NCAP crash testing , a 2001 Opel Zafira – as the Zafira was sold in Europe – that was fitted with a 1.8-litre petrol engine received a three star adult occupant protection rating with a score of 22. In the frontal offset impact test, chest protection for the driver was poor, with marginal protection for the driver’ s head, legs and feet; for the front passenger, chest protection was also marginal. As such, the Zafira’ s body was judged to be inadequate for protecting in more extreme crashes. In the side impact, however, the Zafira received maximum points.
Features
Standard features for the Holden Zafira included an 80-watt Blaupunkt sound system with six speakers and a CD player, air conditioning (with pollen filter), cruise control, remote central locking with deadlocking, power windows and heated mirrors, a height and reach adjustable steering wheel, height adjustable driver’s seat, heat reflective windscreen, roof rails and an immobiliser.
May 2003: Zafira update
In May 2003, the Zafira was updated with lap/sash seatbelts for all seats, 40/20/40 split-fold second row seats, additional travel for the driver’ s seat, a second row centre armrest (with cup holders) and new wheel covers.
2003 Zafira Equipe
In May 2003, a limited-run Equipe edition was released; compared to the updated Zafira, the Equipe was distinguished by its 15-inch alloy wheels, front fog lights, rear cargo blind, rear power windows, trip computer and metallic paint.
Related links
- Holden Media Archive: The All-New Holden Zafira (June 2001)
- Holden Media Archive: Holden Enhances TT Zafira (April 2003)
- Holden Media Archive: Zafira Specifications (April 2003)
- Holden Media Archive: Holden Releases Limited Edition Zafira Equipe (September 2003)
- Features: Holden TT Zafira (December 2004)
- Wikipedia.org: Opel Zafira A
