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Vauxhall Combo Life E 1.2 Turbo (130 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Vauxhall Combo:
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Life E Overview:
Vauxhall Combo (Life E). With 230 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.3 s). The top speed reaches 185 km/h. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.2 Turbo (130 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Provides a smooth and responsive driving experience, well-suited for a variety of conditions from city commutes to longer trips.
Fuel Economy
Offers decent fuel efficiency for a petrol automatic, though diesel variants are more frugal for high mileage.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and highly versatile interior with 7-seat options
- • Excellent fuel economy, especially with diesel engines
- • Practical and family-friendly design
- • Availability of an all-electric Combo-e variant
- • Good value for money in the minivan segment
Cons:
- • Performance can be modest, particularly with lower-powered engines
- • Utilitarian interior styling and materials
- • Some engine noise noticeable in petrol and diesel models
- • Not the most stylish or dynamic vehicle in its class
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Life XL E: 2021 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Vauxhall |
| Model: | Combo |
| Generation: | Life E |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.2 Turbo (130 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | June, 2019 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 130 Hp @ 5500 rpm. [0hp less] |
| Power per litre: | 108.4 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 230 Nm @ 1750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | F12XHT More details about the engine F12XHT |
| Engine displacement: | 1199 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, VVT |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Combined fuel consumption (WLTP): | 6.8-6.9 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6d |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 185 km/h |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Max. weight: | 2090 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2126 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 597 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1200 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 61 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4403 mm [350mm less] |
| Width: | 1921 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1841 mm [39mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2785 mm [192mm less] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2107 mm |
| Front overhang: | 892 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 726 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.0 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 8 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 205/60 R16; 205/55 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 16; 17 |
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