1988-1995 Vectra OverviewVauxhall Vectra Overview (1988 - 1995)
1988 - 1995
Tech Specs Summary
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- 94 - 149 mph
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- 6.8 - 20.0 seconds
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- 56 - 201 BHP
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- 30.7 - 49.6 mpg
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- 1,005 - 1,285 kg
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- 460 - 1,290 L (Hatchback)
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- 380 - 840 L (Saloon)
This generation of the Vauxhall Vectra was produced by the German manufacturer Vauxhall between 1988 - 1995. It's a front engined car with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and came as either a hatchback or saloon. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 56 BHP 1.7 L Inline 4 diesel engine all the way to a 201 BHP 2 L Inline 4 Turbo petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and trailing-arm rear suspension. However, some models have torsion beam rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Vectra is the Vauxhall Vectra / Cavalier Turbo which scores 2.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 201 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 172 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 149 mph and gets to 62 mph in 6.8 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Vauxhall Vectra / Cavalier GT 16v is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 480 miles and can store 460-1,290 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,300 kg.