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Vauxhall Vectra B 1.6i 16V (101 Hp) Automatic
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Vauxhall Vectra:
The Opel Vectra is a mid-size car that was engineered and produced by the German automaker Opel from 1988 until 2010. Available in saloon, hatchback and estate body styles, the Vectra was also sold by the Vauxhall marque in the United Kingdom as the Vauxhall Cavalier from 1988 to 1995 and then as the Vauxhall Vectra from 1995 to 2008, and it was also sold by Holden in Australia as the Holden Vectra, by Chevrolet in Latin America as the Chevrolet Vectra....(Read more on Wikipedia)
B Overview:
Vauxhall Vectra (B). With 150 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Achieved a respectable 3-star rating for adult occupant protection in its 1997 Euro NCAP test, reflecting contemporary safety standards for its class.
1.6i 16V (101 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Performance is adequate for city use, but the automatic gearbox further blunts acceleration and responsiveness.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is acceptable, though slightly worse than the manual version due to the automatic transmission.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Comfortable ride quality, especially on longer journeys
- • Spacious interior and large boot capacity for a family car
- • Good value on the used market, offering affordable motoring
- • Wide range of engine options to suit various needs
- • Decent handling for its class, particularly with sportier trims
Cons:
- • Dated interior design and materials by modern standards
- • Some base engines lack refinement and sufficient power
- • Known for rust issues, particularly around the rear wheel arches
- • Electrical gremlins can occur, leading to frustrating faults
- • Safety rating is average compared to newer vehicles
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Vauxhall |
| Model: | Vectra |
| Generation: | B |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6i 16V (101 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1995 |
| End of production: | 1998 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 101 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 63.2 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 150 Nm @ 3600 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | X16XEL |
| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.25 l |
| Coolant: | 6.7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 550 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4495 mm mm |
| Width: | 1707 mm mm |
| Height: | 1425 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2637 mm mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 1841 mm |
| Front track: | 1464 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1467 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 6J x 15 |
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