Vauxhall VX220 2000-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Disappointing that Vauxhall launched the VX220 as a limited model citing 3000 UK models over 3 years. Then released a Turbo version which immediately devalued the original in both rarerity and performance.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Battery is underrated and doesn't hold charge more than 2-3 days. Indicators failed with intermittent fault after 1 year and Vauxhall didn't resolve until warranty expired and made me pay for it. Otherwise running costs below average.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    A great drive even on long journeys. Very responsive.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Downgraded from 5 due to Turbo version.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    See note about Battery. can't leave at airport without needing a jump start for more than 24 hrs.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    still get stopped and quizzed on car by admirers who still can't believe Vauxhall made this car!

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very good for type of car. No complaints for daily use or long journeys - still get out of car with a smile on my face.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Limited to factory Immobiliser - no central locking etc.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Vauhall are sloppy and unreliable. Despite prior warning they don't get parts in when I advise its needed and keep car longer than planned. They lost accessory orders for 12 months for one part.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    None

    Other

    Slight leak around the wing mirrors. Soft Top rubber compound melted under sun and marked top - replaced FOC.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes