Vauxhall Insignia Hatchback (2009 - 2017) 2.0 CDTi SE (160bhp) 5d (2009/59) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

I have had a lot of compliments on the looks of the car.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes, i have never got out of the car feeling tired from a journey, fuel consumption is great on the motorway over 50mpg, day to day 39.5 mpg. the car is nice to drive, good to look at and a nice place to be sat in.

What are you likely to buy next?

I would replace it with another Insignia, may look closely at the ecoflex engine.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£13,450

When did you buy the car?

February 2011

Did you get a good deal and why?

I am happy with the deal i got.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Bought it as a replacement for unreliable citroen c4.

What was the dealer like?

I found the accounts manager rude and arrogant, if it was not for excellent service from the sales advisor, we would have walked!

What's it like to drive?

Ample power, it is a large car but feels smaller once behind the wheel, very comfortable, handles very well, i have the option 19" wheels on mine with 245/40 tyres, i find it has great levels of grip, contrary to what i have read in car magazines reviews. The brakes have adequate stopping power, though i find they lack bite.

What's it like to park?

I do not have park sensors fitted on this car, i struggled to reverse park at first, rear visibility is not the best, but ok once you get used to it. i haven't hit anything yet !!

Have you had any problems with the car?

Thankfully proved very reliable, the electronic handbrake failed to release, thats the only glitch in a year!

What's most practical about your car?

Very large boot, swallows everything i have asked of it.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

The car audio is excellent.