Vauxhall Vectra Hatchback 1995-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    bought it second hand and hasn't depreciated very much.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    insurance expensive for what it is.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Got lots of torque.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Started every morning first time.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Bit bland, at least everything is body coloured.

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    rear seats are more of a bench, no hugging feeling around corners.

  • Security and Service

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    I have never used a main dealer so I don't know.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Coil pack needed changing after 130'000 miles, Idle valve needs taking off every few months and washing through with petrol to clean it.

    Other

    radiator rubber mounts perished, radiator fell off and cracked. Price for new mounts £5 price for new radiator £250 (including VAT and fitting).

    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