Vauxhall Antara (2007 - 2015) 2.2 CDTi (184bhp) SE Nav (Start Stop) 5d (2012/62) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Must have been a mug to buy it!

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Looks nice.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Never, quality of build poor, assume it's built somewhere odd and not a Vauxhall factory.

What are you likely to buy next?

Anything but a Vauxhall, probably a Hyundai or Kia as they seem to have a reliable warranty.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

Yes

What price did you pay?

£20,000

When did you buy the car?

January 2013

Did you get a good deal and why?

Was an ex demo car so a good deal and had the lifetime warranty which we thought would cover us, wrong!!

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

What was the dealer like?

Very good when buying it.

What's it like to drive?

Smooth to drive but very poor fuel economy.

What's it like to park?

OK with parking sensors.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Has had several recalls and fuel economy poor, just been advised at first mot that front suspension struts have failed leaking oil after only 34k miles, Vauxhall say not covered by warranty, seems their warranty covers very little, they want £650 to replace struts. Tyres seem to be an odd size that no-one keeps so have to be ordered specially at inflated prices.

What's most practical about your car?

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Heated seats.