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{{Infobox automobile
|image        = Opel Combo Kastenwagen 1.6 CDTI (D) – Frontansicht, 5. September 2012, Wuppertal.jpg
|name         = Opel Combo
|manufacturer = [[Opel]]
|production   = 1994-present
|class        = [[Panel van]] / [[leisure activity vehicle]]
|layout      = [[FF layout]]
}}
The '''Opel Combo''' is a [[panel van]] and [[leisure activity vehicle]] from the German automaker [[Opel]]. It's [[pickup truck]] variant, designed in [[Brazil]], is available in South America, southern Africa and Australia, but not Europe. It is sold under the Holden badge in Australia.

The Combos share platforms, vital components and some body panels with contemporary subcompact [[Opel Corsa]]s, which used to be a typical pedigree for such a vehicle. The generations are denoted '''A''' and '''B''' in typical Opel fashion, but Holden applied the codes '''SB''' and '''XC''' respectively, reflecting the relation with SB and XC [[Holden Barina]]s (Opel Corsa B and C, respectively)

The Combo first appeared in 1994, and a second generation model was introduced in 2001.
The name "Combo" was previously applied to a 3-door panel van body style of [[Opel Kadett#Kadett E|Opel Kadett E]].__NOTOC__

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== Combo B ==
{{Infobox automobile
|image      = ComboopelA.JPG|250px
|name       = Combo B
|production = 1994&ndash;2001
|platform   = [[GM4200 platform|GM4200]]
|aka        = [[Vauxhall Combo]] <br>[[Holden Combo]] (SB) <br>[[Chevrolet Combo]]  <br>[[Shanghai Auto Saibao]]
|body_style = 3-door [[panel van]]<br>3-door [[leisure activity vehicle]]
|related    = [[Opel Corsa#Opel Corsa B|Opel Corsa B]]
}}
The first generation of Combo, launched in 1994, was derived out of [[Opel Corsa#Opel Corsa B|Opel Corsa B]], launched two years earlier. The front part (up to the [[B-pillar]]) is practically identical with the Corsa (except for the roof spoiler), but the platform (and thus wheelbase and the body in general) is extended to accommodate a tall, boxy cargo compartment, capable of carrying a [[pallet|Europallet]]. The Combo A had symmetrical twin rear doors that opened to the side (rather than a single tailgate). These are counted as a single "door" when referring to the body style as 3-door.

Following the increasing popularity of [[leisure activity vehicle]]s, Opel launched a 5-passenger version of the Combo in 1995, called '''Opel Combo Tour'''. It differed from the panel van version by having the cargo section fitted with side windows and a three-passenger split-folding bench seat.

Although Combo's primary market is Europe, it has also been sold on other continents, in markets where GM traditionally use Opel-derived models. As the [[Azambuja]] Opel plant in [[Portugal]] is the sole production site of all Combos, all those models were replaced gradually with Combo C in 2001. The Combo was also produced in relatively small numbers by [[SAIC Motor|SAIC]] subsidiary SAIC-Yizheng as the "Shanghai Auto (Shangqi) ''Saibao'' SAC6420", equipped with the same 1.6 litre engine and five-speed manual transmission as the [[Buick Sail]]. Built from 2002 until 2005, there was also a DeLuxe version available, with alloy wheels and other extras.<ref>{{cite web | url = http://www.carnewschina.com/2011/12/08/spotted-in-china-shanghai-auto-saibao-panel-van/ | publisher = CarNewsChina.com | first = Tycho | last = De Feyter | date = 2011-12-08 | title = Spotted in China: Shanghai Auto Saibao panel van }}</ref>

=== Names and markets ===
* '''Opel Combo''' - Europe (except for GB) and Chile before the rebranding on the late 90's
* '''Vauxhall Combo''' - Great Britain
* '''Holden Combo''' - Australia, New Zealand
* '''Chevrolet Combo''' - Chile

==== Engines ====
* 1.4L [[Straight-4|I4]]1996 8V 72 PS [[SOHC]] [[GM Family 1 engine|Ecotec]]
* 1.6L [[Straight-4|I4]]1996 8V 86 PS [[SOHC]] [[GM Family 1 engine|Ecotec]]
* 1.4L [[Straight-4|I4]]1997 16V 90 PS make up [[SOHC]] [[GM Family 1 engine|Ecotec]]
* 1.6L [[Straight-4|I4]]1999 16V 105 PS make up [[SOHC]] [[GM Family 1 engine|Ecotec]]
* 1.7L [[Straight-4|I4]]1996 8V 75 PS [[SOHC]] [[Circle L engine|Circle-L Diesel]]
* 1.7L DTİ [[Straight-4|I4]] 2001 16V 100 PS make up [[SOHC]] [[Circle L engine|Circle-L Turbo Diesel]]

== Combo C ==
{{Infobox automobile
|name       = Combo C
|image      = Royal Mail van, Newry, March 2010.JPG|250px
|caption    = Vauxhall Combo with Royal Mail
|production = 2001&ndash;2011
|assembly       = Azambuja, Portugal<ref>{{cite web|url=http://car-cat.com/firm-854.html |title=Opel. Opel In Portugal |publisher=Car-cat.com |date= |accessdate=2010-07-19}}</ref> (2001-2006)<br/>Zaragoza, Spain (2006-2011)
|platform   = [[GM Gamma platform|Gamma]]
|aka        = Vauxhall Combo<br>Holden Combo (XC)<br>Chevrolet Combo
|body_style = 4/5-door [[panel van]]<br>4/5-door [[leisure activity vehicle]]
|wheelbase  = {{convert|2715|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
|length     = {{convert|4332|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
|width      = {{convert|1685|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
|height     = {{convert|1800|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
|related    = [[Opel Corsa#Opel Corsa C|Opel Corsa C]]<br>[[Opel Meriva|Opel Meriva A]]<br>[[Chevrolet Montana]]
}}

The second generation was launched in 2001. While most competitors severed their connections with their subcompact brethren, Opel decided to base the vehicle on the Corsa again. The use of subcompact [[GM Gamma platform|Gamma platform]] constrained the overall width of the vehicle. While the general body shape was updated to fashionable "flush" look, the front part (up to the [[A-pillar]]) is shared with the Corsa. Compared to previous generation, the Combo B gained sliding rear side doors (versions with either single passenger side door or double doors are available).

[[Image:Vauxhall Combo interior.jpg|thumb|left|Interior of 2006 Vauxhall Combo]]

An '''Opel Combo Tour''' version was also introduced, followed by '''Opel Combo Tour Tramp''' (Combo Tour Arizona in some markets), in an attempt to attract [[leisure activity vehicle]] buyers. Combo Tour Tramp/Arizona was thought as a more off-road recreational vehicle. It features enhanced suspension tuning, increased ground clearance, chassis protection covers and numerous styling details that differentiate it from standard Combo Tours, with the intention to conjure a sturdy, outdoor-sports-related image.

Commercial van versions retained the symmetrical twin rear doors, while the Tour versions have an option of a single tailgate (opening to the top). The tailgate is standard on Tour Tramp/Arizona.

In 2006, the [[Azambuja]], [[Portugal]] factory closed down and the production of the Opel Combo moved to [[Zaragoza]], [[Spain]].

Production of this Combo ended in late 2011, when a new Combo based on the [[Fiat Doblo]]. It is built in Turkey. Nevertheless, Holden in Australia and New Zealand stockpiled enough Combo inventory to last until 2013, with the final 2011-build complainced in early 2012.

The 1.4 L Petrol engine of the 2007 model has a fuel consumption of 6.3 Liters (source [http://www.holden.com.au])

This Van is often used by [[Royal Mail]], [[Centrica|British Gas]] and [[Network Rail]] currently in Great Britain.

=== Names and markets ===
* '''Opel Combo''' - Europe (except for GB) and Singapore
* '''Vauxhall Combo''' - Great Britain
* '''Holden Combo''' - Australia, New Zealand
* '''Chevrolet Combo''' - Chile

==== Engines ====
* 1.3L [[JTD engine#1.3|1.3 CDTI Ecotec]]
* 1.4L [[Straight-4|I4]] [[multi-valve|16V]] [[DOHC]] [[GM Family 0 engine|TwinPort Ecotec]]
* 1.6L [[Straight-4|I4]] 8V [[SOHC]] [[GM Family 1 engine|Ecotec]]
* 1.6L [[Straight-4|I4]] [[multi-valve|16V]] [[DOHC]] [[Compressed natural gas|CNG]] [[GM Family 1 engine#Ecotec|Ecotec]]
* 1.3L [[Straight-4|I4]] [[multi-valve|16V]] [[DOHC]] [[JTD engine#1.3|CDTI]]
* 1.7L [[Straight-4|I4]] [[multi-valve|16V]] [[DOHC]] [[Circle L engine|DI]]
* 1.7L [[Straight-4|I4]] [[multi-valve|16V]] [[DOHC]] [[Circle L engine|DTI]]
* 1.7L [[Straight-4|I4]] [[multi-valve|16V]] [[DOHC]] [[Circle L engine|CDTI]] {{convert|100|bhp|abbr=on}}

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==Combo D (2011–present)==
{{Infobox automobile
|image        = Opel Combo 1.6 CDTI Edition (D) – Frontansicht, 18. März 2012, Wuppertal.jpg
|name         = Combo D
|production   = December 2011–present
|transmission = 5-speed [[Manual transmission|manual]]<br />6-speed [[Manual transmission|manual]]<br />5-speed [[automatic transmission|automatic]]
| wheelbase   = {{convert|2585|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
|wheelbase= {{convert|2755|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (SWB)
{{convert|3105|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (LWB)
|engine       = 1.4L [[Fully Integrated Robotised Engine|''Fire'']] [[Straight-4|I4]] [[petrol]]<br />1.4L [[Fully Integrated Robotised Engine|''Fire'']] ''[[Turbo]]jet'' [[Straight-4|I4]] [[Compressed natural gas|CNG]]<br />1.6L ''[[Multijet|CDTI]]'' [[Straight-4|I4]] [[Diesel engine|diesel]]
|assembly     = [[Bursa]], [[Turkey]] ([[Tofaş]])
|platform     = [[GM Fiat Small platform|SCCS]]
|aka          =  Tofaş Combo (Opel Combo)<br/>[[Fiat Doblò]]<br />Vauxhall Combo
|body_style   = 4/5-door [[panel van]]<br />4/5-door [[Station wagon|wagon]]
|related      = [[Fiat Linea]]<br />[[Opel Corsa#Opel Corsa D|Opel Corsa D]]<br />[[Opel Meriva|Opel Meriva B]]
}}

The third generation has been manufactured from December 2011, and is based on the [[Fiat Doblò]]. The new Combo is manufactured in Turkey by [[Tofaş]].<ref name="autoevolution.com">{{Cite web|url=http://www.autoevolution.com/news/fiat-to-build-combo-for-opel-27278.html|title=Fiat to Build Combo for Opel|accessdate=2010-12-02|work=autoevolution.com}}</ref>

<gallery widths="200">
File:Opel Combo 1.6 CDTI Edition (D) – Heckansicht, 18. März 2012, Wuppertal.jpg|Rear view
File:Opel Combo Kastenwagen 1.6 CDTI (D) – Frontansicht, 5. September 2012, Wuppertal.jpg|Opel Combo panel van (since 2012)
File:Opel Combo Kastenwagen 1.6 CDTI (D) – Heckansicht, 5. September 2012, Wuppertal.jpg|Rear view
File:Vauxhall Combo - 2012.jpg|Vauxhall 'New' Combo
File:Opel_Combo_C_Tour_1.7_DTI_front_20100808.jpg|Opel Combo C Tour 1.7 DTI
</gallery>

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