Vauxhall Cavalier Hatchback 1988-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Cheap motoring.

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent fuel consumption and cheap parts.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Hard ride. Not bad roadholding.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Holds its own. Not bad for a 1600.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Never let me down (yet).

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Common, hundreds out there (Mr Average).

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Could be a lot comfier (seats like deck chairs).

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Awful - joy rider's favourite. No deadlocks fitted.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes