Vauxhall Vectra Hatchback 2.0 Di GLS 5d (AC) (96) (1998/R) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Plenty of car for the money.
Costs
Average 50mpg isn't to be sneezed at for this size car and insurance is cheap too.
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On the road
Driving
Handling a bit soggy on the twisties with more body roll than I'd like, though plenty of grip once settled. More at home on the motorway.
Performance
A bit underpowered for the weight - the DTi variant with the extra few HP would have been a better bet, although mid range not bad for overtaking.
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Living with it
Reliability
No problems in the seven months I've had it apart from replacing one lamp in the instrument panel.
Image
There's a lot to be said for anonymity.
Comfort
Supportive seats and a good driving position. Only downside is the position of steering wheel stereo controls - too low, so I don't bother with them.
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Security and Service
Security
Deadlocks, alarm, immobiliser and it's a diesel so who in their right mind would bother to try?
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Had to buy some new tools - even the sump plug is Torx!
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes