1997 Holden Vectra GL review from Australia and New Zealand
"Underrated eurohatch"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
IAC valve replaced (15,000k).
Fuel filler pipe collapsed and replaced (30,000k).
Roof bar needed rebonding to the roof panel (30,000k).
Fuel pump, idler bearings and belts (48,000k).
Remote Key / Immobiliser communications are intermittently faulty. Still under investigation.
Steering column squeals.
General comments?
In 1997 this was the best value for money 2.0L hatch available (v 626, Golf, Mondeo, Impreza, Xsara, 306 etc). Has been an excellent touring car with great ride, and performance for a 2.0L 4 cylinder.
Fuel economy 10.0 l/100k city, 6.8 l/100k touring.
Air conditioning/ventilation system not up to Australian conditions. Need to have the ventilation fan on at all times.
Several design faults which have been mentioned everywhere, but you can't expect Daimler Benz engineering quality for $26,000.
My first experience with unreliability exactly 4 years after manufacture.
So far the local dealership have been great, I just hope the car doesn't become a "regular".
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 16v Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 20 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 48000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Suzuki Swift |
| Date of Entry | 11th September, 2001 |