Vauxhall Tigra 1.4i 16V 3d (2000/V) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
A great second-hand buy for your first coupe.
Costs
Service costs above-average but otherwise economical.
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On the road
Driving
Great drive - though handling can be a little unforgiving.
Performance
Ecotec engine is spicy - pulls away well from low revs.
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Living with it
Reliability
Some gripes on high mileage examples - my 1.4 had an early cam roller problem.
Image
Will still impress - needs Vauxhall standard alloys though.
Comfort
Front seats hold you well. Back seat is a joke - passengers hit their heads on the back window!
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Security and Service
Security
Early Tiggies came with Immobiliser but no alarm. Should be considered.
Service
Problems put right kept re-occurring.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Problems with cam rollers at 20k. This was part of a Vauxhall recall.
Other
Some electrical problems - fuel cut-out switch would engage when trying to start car.
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