Vauxhall Vectra VXR (2005-2008) review
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At a glance
| Price new | £23,970 - £27,205 |
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| Used prices | £765 - £2,329 |
| Road tax cost | £415 - £735 |
| Insurance group | 36 |
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| Fuel economy | Not tested to latest standards |
| Range | 330 - 362 miles |
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Available fuel types
Petrol
Pros & cons
PROS
Effortless pace, estate's practicality
CONS
Over-firm ride, notchy gearchange, high cost of ownership from new
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Overview
Vauxhall’s VXR brand creates a high-performance model at the top of the Vectra range in hatchback and supremely practical estate guises. The fastest Vectra to date with a top speed of 161mph (estate: 158mph) it offers a 0-60mph sprint time of 6.5 seconds (estate: 6.7 seconds). Smooth turbocharged V6 offers effortless performance while the handling is set up to tackle the most demanding roads.
Ride is a little firm – but that’s what you’d expect – and gearchanges can’t be rushed, but few cars offer the combination of this much performance and space for the money.
Review contents
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Overview Currently reading
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Practicality & safety
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Interior, tech & comfort
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Engines & handling
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Ownership cost
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