Vauxhall Omega Estate 2.5i V6 Tourer 5d (1998/R) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Cheap to buy, but astronomical running costs
Costs
large & expensive tyres - front wear quickly. 24mpg. Expensive servicing (spark plugs can only be changed by removing part of injection system). Rear high brake light £70.
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On the road
Driving
Nice driving position, nice gearbox, lacks cruise conrol & rear elec windows.
Performance
Not bad for a heavy car, but you need to rev the V6 for good performance
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Living with it
Reliability
No problems so far, but has been regularly serviced.
Image
It's a superior reps motor, but still looks quite good.
Comfort
Comfortable seats & loads of room.
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Security and Service
Security
Deadlocks & immobiliser, but no alarm.
Service
Expensive & average
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Vibration at 2,500rpm, which main agents have been unable to cure.
Other
Half shaft required replacement at 60k. Both rear wheel bearings at 65k
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No