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Vauxhall Nova CC 1.6 GSI CAT (100 Hp)
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Vauxhall Nova:
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CC Overview:
Vauxhall Nova (CC). Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Vauxhall Nova CC was produced before Euro NCAP testing began in 1997, therefore no official safety rating is available. Safety features are basic by modern standards.
1.6 GSI CAT (100 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A true hot hatch engine, delivering strong performance and an engaging driving experience, even with the catalytic converter.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is secondary to performance, but still acceptable for a car of its type, especially on longer runs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Agile handling (especially GSI models)
- • Wide range of economical engines
- • Simple and easy to maintain
- • Affordable running costs
- • Good for city driving
Cons:
- • Basic safety features (no Euro NCAP rating)
- • Dated interior design and materials
- • Prone to rust in older models
- • Limited comfort on long journeys
- • Underpowered base models
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(CC: 1991 - 1993).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Vauxhall |
| Model: | Nova |
| Generation: | CC |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 GSI CAT (100 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1992 |
| End of production: | 1993 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3-5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 100 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine Model/Code: | C16SE More details about the engine C16SE |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
| Coolant: | 6.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1150 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 260 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 46 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3730 mm mm [108mm more] |
| Width: | 1610 mm mm [75mm more] |
| Height: | 1435 mm mm [71mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2445 mm mm [102mm more] |
| Front track: | 1385 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1390 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
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