Vauxhall Cavalier Hatchback 1988-
  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Strong car. Takes everything I throw at it.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Can get 60MPG on motorways. Hardly have to touch it.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Seat holds you in well, but rolls on corners not good at 30mph in fourth gear.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Was slow to pull off until I cleaned out fuel filter. Now goes a lot better.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Starts first time in any weather. Only ever had one service.

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Still remembered as an old rep's car.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Rides a bit bouncy. Terrible on corners.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Alarm and immobiliser.

  • 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