Vauxhall VX220 2000-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very basic specification.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Accessories don't seem too expensive.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    A driver's car. It's not an easy car to drive, although it is huge fun and very satisfying.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    This car just wants to get up and do it. Great gearbox and power all through the revs, although it really kicks in at 4,000 RPM

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    No reliability problems so far, but the car feels absolutely solid.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Must be close to the ultimate poser's car. It always draws a lot of attention. It looks as fast as it is!

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Surprisingly comfortable for a car with such a hard ride. Very noisy at high speed with the hard-top on.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Alarm immobiliser is very effective. It self arms if left alone with no key in the ignition. All opening compartments are alarmed.

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    The after-sales service and response is very good.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    No problems. How do you slow this thing down?

    Other

    Small tail problems, water in headlight unit and poor paint finish on luggage rack.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes