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Vauxhall VXR8 Hatchback (2007-2009) verdict

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Parkers overall rating: 3.5 out of 53.5
Vauxhall VXR8 2007-
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Vauxhall VXR8 2007-

Written by David Ross Published: 6 June 2019

Parkers ratings

Performance

4.5 out of 54.5

Handling

3.5 out of 53.5

Behind the wheel

3.5 out of 53.5

Comfort

4 out of 54.0

Running costs

2.5 out of 52.5

Green credentials

0.5 out of 50.5

Reliability

3.5 out of 53.5

Equipment

4.5 out of 54.5

Safety

3.5 out of 53.5

Practicality

3.5 out of 53.5

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