Vauxhall Cavalier Saloon 2.0i CDX 16V 4d (1995/M) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Lots of car for the money. Cheaper than rivals for year.
Costs
Spares and running cheap, but insurance quite high.
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On the road
Driving
Very comfortable. Bit un-involving and suffers from torque when pushed hard.
Performance
0-60 in 8 secs for a 2.0! Not many will beat this in this class (even now).
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Living with it
Reliability
No problems, and everything working (apart from air con).
Image
It's a Cavalier (although mine has walnut trim!).
Comfort
Very comfortable. Plenty of space for all. Excellent for long distance. Rear also has electric windows and map-reading lights.
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Security and Service
Security
Good. Alarm, deadlock and Immobiliser as standard.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Sticking idle control valve. Ignore manufacturer if they advise new and simply clean it.
Other
Air con faulty. Exhaust baffles rattle.
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