Vauxhall Insignia I Saloon 2.0i Turbo ecoTEC (220 Hp) AWD Automatic
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Vauxhall Insignia:
The Opel Insignia is a large family car developed and produced by the German car manufacturer Opel from 2008 to 2022. Taking its name from a 2003 concept car, the model line serves as the flagship model, slotted above the Astra and Corsa in size. The Insignia serves as the successor to both the Signum and Vectra model lines, replacing both vehicles under a single nameplate. The model line was offered in four-door sedan/saloon body styles, five-door liftback, and as a five-door station wagon/estate....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Saloon Overview:
Vauxhall Insignia (I Saloon). With 350 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1695 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.4 s). The top speed reaches 236 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Performance Verdict
Combines strong turbocharged performance with the security of AWD and the convenience of an automatic transmission.
Fuel Economy
The highest fuel consumption among the 2.0 Turbo variants due to the combined effect of AWD and automatic gearbox.
Best Use Case:
All-Weather Performance / Comfortable Touring
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Stylish and modern design for its era
- • Comfortable ride quality, especially on long journeys
- • Spacious interior and large boot capacity
- • Excellent Euro NCAP safety rating (5 stars)
- • Wide range of efficient diesel and powerful petrol engines
Cons:
- • Some interior plastics feel less premium than rivals
- • Entry-level engines can feel underpowered
- • Automatic transmissions can be less refined than competitors
- • Large turning circle can make city maneuvering tricky
- • Higher fuel consumption on performance petrol and AWD models
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | Vauxhall |
| Model: | Insignia |
| Generation: | I Saloon |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0i Turbo ecoTEC (220 Hp) AWD Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2008 |
| End of production: | 2013 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: |
| Power: | 220 Hp @ 5300 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 110.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 350 Nm @ 2000-4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | A20NHT |
| Engine displacement: | 1998 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Twin-scroll turbo, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6 l |
| Coolant: | 7.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.3:1 |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 14.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7.4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7.4 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 236 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.7 kg/Hp, 129.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.8 kg/Nm, 206.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 7 sec |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1695 |
| Max. weight: | 2275 |
| Max load: | 580 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1010 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 490 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1800 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Size: |
| Length: | 4830 mm mm |
| Width: | 1856 mm mm |
| Height: | 1498 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2737 mm mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 2084 mm |
| Front track: | 1585 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1585 mm |
| Front overhang: | 1015 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1078 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 160 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.97 m |
| Powertrain: |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
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| Number of gears | 6 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
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| Rear brakes | Disc |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 245/45 R18 |
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| Wheel rims size | 18 |
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| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
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| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
If you could change one thing about the Vauxhall Insignia, what would it be?