Vauxhall Vectra Hatchback 3.2 V6 Elite 5d (2003/03) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
I bought this car when it was 10 months old from a main dealer with 12k on the clock and saved almost £7,000 off its new price!
Costs
3.2i V6 can be thirsy as you would expect. 35mpg+ can still be achieved on a long motorway journey at 70mph. No servicing costs yet, although I am saving up!
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On the road
Driving
Handles fairly well for a big car, with lots of grip on offer. Having 210 bhp going through the front wheels can force all the handling aids to work overtime.
Performance
Very, very brisk. 0-60 in 7.0 secs and on to 155mph. Car looks subtle and can shock sports car owners when they get done over away from the traffic lights!
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Living with it
Reliability
Very good, and so it should be for such a new car. Alarm has been known to go off on its own accord.
Image
Earns respect from some - I think the ELITE and V6 badges help! Doesn't really stand out on the road and still has the old sales rep image.
Comfort
Very luxurious and refined. Full leather upholstery, heated seats along with cruise and climate control help the miles fly by on the motorway.
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Security and Service
Security
No interest from the criminal element of our society yet...
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Nothing to report.
Other
Nothing to report.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes