2010 Vauxhall Insignia SRi 2.0 CDTi from UK and Ireland
Summary:
A bit rough and unrefined, but good to drive
Faults:
DPF replaced, also EGR valve. Injectors needed attention. Basically your typical diesel faults. Thankfully my local garage is cheap for repairs and he knows these cars well.
Brakes replaced back and front discs and pads. Rear suspension also. Exhaust rattling needs to be looked at now.
Centre console display a bit faded looking. Rear hatch locking motor failed.
On the plus side cosmetically the car is looking good inside and out for an older car.
General Comments:
I have driven every car in this class (large family/small executive range) cars as I used to work in our local taxi service. Finally got round to getting an Insignia for myself privately, not to be used as a taxi.
I got a very good deal on this car as it is a 2010 car with high mileage. Was not expecting anything special at first, but what stood out right away was how good this car drives. Not fast by any means, but the 2.0 CDTi pulls strong when you need it. Manages 50 mpg even with faster driving. The car handles very well also.
Good looking car. I like the look of the Insignia, especially in SRi trim.
Down side is the interior. Spacious and comfortable enough, but too much cheap looking plastic everywhere, and the noise from the diesel engine is a bit too much on longer drives. But my car is an older diesel and a bit rough now; maybe a lower mileage petrol car in a higher spec might be more refined.
Still, this is a decent car that you can get for very cheap now.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know
Review Date: 8th December, 2022
21st Dec 2017, 16:10
You're not alone with your comment about the electronic handbrake;
https://www.carthrottle.com/post/6-reasons-why-the-electronic-handbrake-needs-to-die/
Of course, some will comment they like it and it is an "advancement", but I and many others beg to differ. A lever was fine. Incidentally, Mercedes had handbrakes on the dash to save space since the 80s, but at least they were mechanical - not electronic. A mate of mine just had his 2015 VW Golf battery go flat and had a hard time moving the car with the brake stuck on with no power to remove it. There is an emergency release, but we had to look for it. A total nightmare, bring back the lever!