Vauxhall Cavalier Hatchback 1988-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    A lot of quality car for your money.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    A few very expensive costs in three years.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very good engine, and driving.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very quick of the mark with the auto box, and kickdown is great. Better around town then my Vectra 1.8 125ps manual.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    One breakdown in over three years, Great.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I like it, but you do need the CDX alloys there the best.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Great on long trips.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Alarm, immobiliser, deadlocks, radio code and panel, coded key, locks on wheel bolts and cover make for a very secure car.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Expensive but thorough services.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Rattly on start up, fine when hot. The engine head was designed for the Omega by Cosworth, not many people know that.

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes