Vauxhall Vectra Club 2.0DTi 16v 5-door Hatchback

I've bought my Vectra 2.0 DTI Elite trim 6 months ago second hand. It is 03 registration for 6000 pounds from a trader. The options were either to get the Ford Focus or the Vectra. Been Vectra driver for last 8 years I've got the Vectra. I know the Focus is more agile, but after short test drive it proved what I already know - the bigger the car the better the cruising. I have relaxed drive style and the Vectra is my perfect value for money match. Basically 2.0 and 2.2 DTI engines have bad reputation for oil burning. Not mine though – after two regular oil changes I can tell you that there was no need to add any oil between them whatsoever – maybe ...  Read the complete review

The last series of Topgear produced endless amounts of insults thrown at any of the Vauxhall range and mainly the Vectra's. Why?? You may ask, well hopefully this report will give you some idea. I have now had this Vectra 2.0 as a company car for the past year, and was brand new from the leasing company when received. I know that your views may suddenly after knowing that I am writing this review from a company car drivers perspective. But taking into consideration that I have done nearly 45,000 miles in the last year, I should be half a decent judge on this product regardless of my driving style. First impressions? when starting the Vectra is the ...  Read the complete review