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Verdict
Very spacious people carrier (597 L boot in the short 5-seat version, 850 L in the long version), rated 4 stars by Euro NCAP. The petrol versions use Stellantis engines with documented serious faults (timing belt and oil on the 1.2 PureTech, timing chain on the 1.5 BlueHDi): check the service history and recalls. The electric Combo-e Life claims a range of 280 km WLTP.
- Reliability
- 3.0/5
- Indicative prices
- €14,000 – €16,200
- Monthly cost
- €388
- Euro NCAP
- 4/5
Which version to choose
Versions to favour: PureTech 110.
PureTech 110
✓ RecommendedPetrol · Manual · 110 hp · 6.4 L/100 km · Crit'Air 1
1.2 turbo 110 hp, 6-speed manual gearbox, offered from launch in 2018. Prefer a car built after June 2022 (new-generation belt) with documented servicing.
Engine: Stellantis 1.2 PureTech (EB2)
Verdict on this engine: Buy with care
PureTech 130 EAT8
Petrol · Automatic · 130 hp · Crit'Air 1
1.2 turbo 130 hp, 8-speed automatic gearbox. Same precautions as for the 110 hp.
Engine: Stellantis 1.2 PureTech (EB2)
Verdict on this engine: Buy with care
BlueHDi 100
Diesel · Manual · 100 hp · Crit'Air 2
1.5 diesel with 100 hp, 6-speed manual gearbox. Check that the timing chain recall has been carried out.
Engine: Stellantis 1.5 BlueHDi (DV5)
Verdict on this engine: Good choice, check first
BlueHDi 130 EAT8
Diesel · Automatic · 130 hp · Crit'Air 2
1.5 diesel with 130 hp, 8-speed automatic gearbox. Check that the timing chain recall has been carried out.
Engine: Stellantis 1.5 BlueHDi (DV5)
Verdict on this engine: Good choice, check first
Combo-e Life 136
Electric · Automatic · 136 hp · Crit'Air green
Electric with 136 hp (100 kW), 50 kWh battery under the floor, 280 km WLTP range claimed. No documented fault in our sources, but little track record on this model.
Market prices
€14,000 – €16,200
Indicative range: 2019 to 2026, yearly medians of 72 online listings collected by iAutos (years with at least 3 listings).
Collected on 20 October 2026 from the sources below. Our own survey of listings, by year and mileage, will refine it.
Known faults
Degraded “wet” timing belt (1.2 PureTech)
Severity 3/3 · SeriousOn the 1.2 PureTech, the timing belt runs in oil and can disintegrate. Its debris clogs the oil strainer, causing oil pressure to drop, which can destroy the engine. Stellantis extended the belt warranty to 10 years or 175,000 km, subject to servicing conditions, and introduced a new-generation belt in June 2022.
- Versions
- PureTech 110, PureTech 130 EAT8
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Sources
- Extension de garantie sur les moteurs PureTech — Test-Achats (new tab)
- Le moteur PureTech profite d'une extension de garantie — Caradisiac (new tab)
- 1.2 PureTech : Stellantis prêt à dialoguer avec les plaignants ? — J2R Auto (new tab)
- Propriétaires de moteurs PureTech : ce voyant cache une panne — L'Automobiliste (new tab)
Oil consumption (1.2 PureTech)
Severity 2/3 · CostlyBesides belt wear, the 1.2 PureTech is known for high oil consumption, which can cause engine damage if the level is not monitored. According to Caradisiac, engines built from 2023 onwards are no longer affected.
- Versions
- PureTech 110, PureTech 130 EAT8
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Premature wear of the timing chain (1.5 BlueHDi)
Severity 2/3 · CostlyOn the 1.5 BlueHDi (DV5), the timing chain can stretch prematurely because of oil carbonisation; the first sign is a rattle on cold start. A break can damage the engine. Vehicles built between 6 December 2017 and 31 January 2023 are subject to a recall.
- Versions
- BlueHDi 100, BlueHDi 130 EAT8
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Manufacturer recalls
See the official list on RappelConso (new tab) (French government recall site: category “Automobiles et moyens de déplacement”, search “Opel Combo Life”). A dealer for the brand can also check, using the vehicle identification number (VIN), that recalls have been carried out.
Real monthly cost
Fuel, insurance, maintenance and depreciation, excluding finance. Move the slider to match your mileage. How it is calculated
| Fuel or electricity | €158 |
|---|---|
| Insurance | €45 |
| Maintenance | €35 |
| Depreciation | €150 |
| Total per month | €388 |
⚠ Estimates to treat with caution
- Insurance: average for a closely related model (other generation or same platform).
- Maintenance: published servicing price plus an estimated allowance for tyres and brakes.
- Maintenance: budget of a closely related model.
- Depreciation estimated at 12% of the median price a year, as no year-by-year valuation is usable.
Calculation details (12,000 km a year)
- Fuel (petrol)€158
PureTech 110 version: combined consumption of 6.4 L/100 km, increased by 15% for real-world driving, at 2.14 €/L, for 1,000 km a month.
6.4 × 1.15 × 2.14 € × 10 = €158
Petrol price (SP95-E10): French national average on 7 October 2026.
- Insurance€45
Average monthly premium published for this model by insurance comparison sites (comprehensive cover when stated). Your premium depends on your profile.
- Maintenance€35
Servicing and wear parts (tyres, brakes) for 12,000 km a year, per month.
- Depreciation€150
Value lost in a year by a typical example, from the valuation gap between two years, per month.
Inspection checklist
Opel Combo Life E — inspection checklist
Things to check
- Ask for service invoices: oil changes at the correct interval with the recommended oil, and belt checks (PureTech).
- Check the oil level when cold and ask whether topping up is needed between oil changes.
- Ask a dealer of the brand, using the serial number, which recalls have been carried out and whether the car is eligible for warranty extensions.
- 1.5 BlueHDi diesel: listen to the cold start; a rattle can indicate a slack chain.
- Check the length (short or long) and the number of seats: the boot goes from 597 L (short, 5 seats) to 850 L (long, 5 seats).
- Electric: ask for the battery state report and check that the range shown on a full charge is consistent with the claimed 280 km WLTP.
Questions to ask the seller
- Do you have all the service invoices, with the oil references used?
- Has the timing belt (or the chain on the 1.5 diesel) been checked or replaced?
- Does the car use oil between oil changes?
Test-drive tip: read the fault codes
A warning light that is off proves nothing: a fault may have been cleared just before the viewing. A Bluetooth OBD2 scanner, plugged in under the steering wheel and read on your phone, shows stored codes and whether all emissions readiness tests have run since the last reset.
Electric or hybrid equivalent
No direct electric or hybrid equivalent in our guides. Simulate combustion vs electric cost
Alternatives
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Dacia Lodgy
I · 2012–2022
- Price
- €5,990 – €16,490
- Reliability
- 4/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel
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Citroën C4 Picasso
II · 2013–2022
- Price
- €6,990 – €14,130
- Reliability
- 2.5/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel
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Renault Scénic
IV · 2016–2022
- Price
- €7,890 – €17,439
- Reliability
- 3.5/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel
Before you buy: check and equip
Check the history
Before paying, check the administrative status (lien, objection, declared claims) and the mileage recorded at the roadworthiness test.
Read fault codes
An OBD scanner plugged in under the steering wheel shows stored fault codes, even with warning lights off: useful during the test drive.
Parts and maintenance
Compare prices of parts for the Opel Combo Life E (timing, brakes, filters) to estimate the repairs to plan for.
Insure the car
Insurance prices vary widely from one model to another: get a quote before signing.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Euro NCAP rating for the Opel Combo Life?
4 stars, awarded in 2018 to the Combo range (Euro NCAP).
What is the boot capacity of the Combo Life?
According to Opel, 597 L in the short 5-seat version and 850 L in the long 5-seat version, with all seats in place.
What is the range of the electric Combo-e Life?
Up to 280 km on the WLTP cycle claimed with the 50 kWh battery (La Tribune Auto).
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