Vauxhall Antara (2007 - 2015) 2.0 CDTi 16v SE 5d Auto (2009/09) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Cost conscious, spacious car without going down mpv route.

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

Good looks with lots of gadgets.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Will be on short list, but depends of deals and needs when the time comes.

What are you likely to buy next?

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£19,500

When did you buy the car?

April 2009

Did you get a good deal and why?

Vauxhall doing great deals on the Antara MY08 model, and got even more off going down the pre-reg route.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Needed something a bit more roomy to accommodate growing baby and baby gear.

What was the dealer like?

Mostly dealt with over phone and email - sometimes slow to respond to emails, but otherwise it went smoothly.

What's it like to drive?

High driving position and good visibility all round. Steering is a light but sometimes a little vague in corners. Auto box delivers smooth changes, and 2.0 diesel engine provides adequate power - pulling away and overtaking safely. Surprisingly good road holding for the size and weight of car.

What's it like to park?

front and rear sensors plus good visibility makes parking relatively easy. Not a long as some large family cars/mpv, so fairly easy to slot into standard parking spaces. Width and big wing mirrors need extra care when moving into tight spaces.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Not yet.

What's most practical about your car?

Lots of room for driver and passengers. Great driving position and comfortable seats. Easy and smooth on the road.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Top spec so lots of gadgetry. Favourite is the infotainment system with plenty of driving statistics including tire pressure monitor.