Vauxhall Sintra 1997-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good value for the money.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    MPG approx 30.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Smooth motorway ride and around town.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good. Cruises well at 90+!

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Cam belt; 3 changes in 20,000 miles. What a stupid place to put a battery. Had to get a mechanic to get it out! Manifold problems cost me £1000.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Sleekier looking than most other models.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good comfortable ride.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Alarm and immobiliser.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Like all main dealers, very expensive.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Good smooth runner on motorway.

    Other

    Vibration at certain revs. Told it was due to 'small engine in a big car' i.e. couldn't find the cause.

    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