Other Vauxhall Vectra (2002 - 2005) models:

  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Practical with an eye to performance at a good price

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    Suprised at performance and economy

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No, but that's nothing against the car - I never buy the same model twice

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Not due to change yet

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Independent

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £9,600

    When did you buy the car?

    April 2005

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Great deal, car was just over 12 months old and paid less than 50% of new cost

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Value for money given the performance, space and practicality

    What was the dealer like?

    Very helpful independent dealer

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Quick and responsive. Minimal turbo lag, fgood low down torque, excellent for overtaking. Lacks a little grip at the limit - choose tyres carefully.

    What's it like to park?

    No problems, light steering, rear obscured if you're short.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Problem with in dash IT control unit, replaced under warranty (Just as well replacement cost approx £550 plus fitting) Otherwise only routine servicing

    What's most practical about your car?

    Performance and space. Good driving position - copes with two drivers, one 6'8" and one 5'3". Seats very comfortable on long runs. Huge boot! Good fuel consumption - average 35mpg

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    6 speed gearbox a real pluspoint both on motorways and cross country - very flexible