Vauxhall Cavalier Hatchback 1988-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Amazing amount of equipment for the money.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Expensive and difficult to obtain parts, even service items.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Engine is a dream. Shame the rest of the car (i.e. handling) is not as good.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very fast. Engine is very smooth for a V6.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Not good. Mainly electrical gremlins. Also air con and coolant hoses.

    Image

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Looks like a 1.6, so…

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Good seats (leather). Ride is crashy, but still the handling is stodgy.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Well protected as standard, but the immobiliser is a bit too eager…

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Have found dealers not helpful and a lot of parts are dealer only supply...

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Coolant hoses rotting.

    Other

    Panel lights, temp sensor, Aircon compressor, washer pump, wheel bearings and shock absorbers.

    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