Vauxhall Cavalier Hatchback 1988-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    40 mpg round town, 50ish on a long run.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Only consumables replaced... cheap though.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Power steering a bit vague. Soft ride.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Needs to be worked. Fine cruising on motorways.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Never any problems yet (150,000 miles).

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Mini cab image.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Fine for long journeys. Poverty spec. Could do with electric windows, sunroof, aircon… etc.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Deadlocks, but who would bother to steal it?

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Serviced by myself. Parts easy to find. Dealer cheaper than expected.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes