Vauxhall Cavalier Hatchback 1988-
  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Now worth peanuts compared to what I paid for it.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Parts are cheap if you shop around.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Too light on the motorway, but fine in town.

    Performance

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Struggles to get the power down without wheelspin.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Generally gives fair warning of impending trouble.

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    I like it.

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Seats are a bit uncomfortable.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Immobiliser is a pain for stop start driving.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Parts staff know me well.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Water pump.

    Other

    Heavy doors strain the hinges and knock easily.

    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