Vauxhall Vectra Hatchback 2.0 DTi SXi 5d (2003/53) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Depends on how its bought. Others offer more at list prices.
Costs
Didn't need servicing until nearly 30k of hard driven miles. Good MPG for such a big car.
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On the road
Driving
Very stable, lots of grip, smooth ride. Safe OK Handling
Performance
This engine should never have been put in a car this size. Overtaken by most fiat Punto's / Rover 200s.
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Living with it
Reliability
Wipers packed up after 3k miles. Nothing else in 30k miles though.
Image
It's a Vectra, at least it's not Red though.
Comfort
Extremely quiet on all noises (1970's engine excluded), Great ride, good seats.
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Security and Service
Security
Alarm is meant to be a good one - haven't needed it.
Service
Leased car
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Noisy, dirty and slow. Especially in the cold.
Other
Wipers broke, heat dial popped into dashboard.
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