Vauxhall Cavalier Hatchback 1.7 LS TD 5d (1994/L) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Good ones can be bought at very reasonable prices.
Costs
Not too bad. 220 spent on 100,000 mile service, but that was at a Vauxhall dealership - could have been cheaper.
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On the road
Driving
Rolls badly. Great acceleration from 25-40mph in third - otherwise solid rather than spectacular. Excellent visibility. Very good mpg for the size of car. Built for the motorway, but fine in town.
Performance
Good when the turbo kicks in, otherwise, solid rather than fun.
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Living with it
Reliability
Engine and bodywork fine at 100,000 miles.
Image
Looks better in profile than from 45 degees to the front. Otherwise, good for giving the impression you don't care about image.
Comfort
Good for the size of car. A little noiser than many newer cars.
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Security and Service
Security
Not worth most thieves time - though I had my Vauxhall hub caps nicked which at 16 pounds each was a nuisance. No such problem with Halfords' own make.
Service
My local Vauxhall dealership didn't even know the correct tyre pressures.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
None.
Other
Needed replacement break discs on the rear at 100,000 miles labour rather than parts the main expense, so might be better fitted at a cheaper, independent garage.
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