Vauxhall Vectra Hatchback 1995-

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Better if bought second hand (depreciation high on Vectras)

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Servicing cost £155 for 20K service. No other costs incurred.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Gear selection poor if rushed (thought this should be good on a SRI?), easy to live with commuting, but good when you need acceleration. It's a 9 year old design and feels a bit yester-year..

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    2.2 engine very good - accelerates well and is economical (I average 33 mpg)

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Never let me down in the last year and a half. Few niggling faults though such as clicking acc. Pedal, thud when selecting 1st, some pressure problem with the power steering (been fixed under warranty).

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Bit of a reps car, but it doesn't bother me!

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Seats are a bit hard but not uncomfortable. Good extras on SRi such as part leather, air con etc.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Deadlocks, std alarm and imob, locks on wheels - what more can you ask for?

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Communication seems to be a problem with my local dealer. The work done seems good but the staff on the service desk don't keep their promises to ring you back or update you.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Some leaking pressure problem with power steering (fixed under warranty)

    Other

    Clicking acc. pedal (fixed under warranty). Some small rattles and creaks.

    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