Vauxhall Vectra SRi 2.2i hatchback > Reviews

Advantages: Reliable, well built performance family hatchback.
Disadvantages: Some faults too common, it's a Vauxhall Vectra!!

The introduction of the new 2.2 16v Eco-tech engine amongst the current line up of 6 engines; ranging from 1.6 to 2.5 V6 with two diesel power plants thrown in between, gave customers a successful comprimise between the not-so-nippy 2.0l and the fuel guzzling 2.5l V6 engine. The 2.2l 4 cylinder engine gave real flexibilitly in terms of driveability. With dollops of low end torque, and with strong useable power right up to the redline, together with ... Read review

Advantages: Sporty feel, improvement over others in range
Disadvantages: Minor technical faults (trim, electrical)

1998 Vectra 2.0 SRi The SRi (2.0) is a more defined car, than the "normal" range cars. This is helped by "uprated" suspension and wider track tyres. Interior features are slightly similar to the standard range, but enhanced by improved trim, based on the CDX. Performance is near to that of the GSi, as there are many complainants of the GSi, who have also driven the SRi! The vehicle is a compromise between the top of the range GSi (which is ... Read review

Advantages: Fast,Sporty,Good Spec,
Disadvantages: Rear bushes prone to wear

I have not owned my Vectra a 1996 N Reg SRI 2.0 16v for very long but in the time i have had it i have been really impressed, The level of spec you get for your money is really good, and you can pick up an early example for not a lot of money, As for the spec, you get, Power Steering. Air Conditioning. Traction Control. ABS. Electric Windows. Alloy Wheels. Electric Heated Mirrors. Dashboard Computer, ( which is very good and informative ... Read review