Vauxhall Vectra Hatchback 1995-

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  • Economy

    Value

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Similar power to 2litre, but more fuel and insurance.

    Costs

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Expense! Main dealer's incorrect fault diagnosis doesn't help.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Average. Uncomfortable on long journeys.

    Performance

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Poor. Little torque, compared to boyfriend's V6 Mondeo.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Spent as much time in garage as on the road.

    Image

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Use my boyfiend's car if it's available. Drive it at night, though.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Lurching around corners on unsupportive seats makes my back ache.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    It's a Vauxhall! Who's gonna nick it?

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    8 visits for a recurring ECU problem. They never did cure it, so I gave up.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Head gaskets, sticking valves, ECU, stalling and uneven tickover.

    Other

    Leaks, overheating, unlocks itself and has rattling trim.

    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