Vauxhall Cavalier Hatchback 1988-
  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Unrated sports car, but naff interiors. Buy CDx for leather.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Cheap as chips to buy and good economy.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Ride ok, but not good if pushed hard.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Wonderfull V6. Growling, fast and fun.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No problem, but watch out for noisy gearboxes.

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    It's a Cavalier. Very naff, but in V6 form a good car to show up BMWs and Boy Racers.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Seats rubbish. Needs decent bucket seats. Leather verison ok.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Average Vauxhall security.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No