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Vauxhall Vectra C Estate 3.0 V6 CDTi 24V ECOTEC (184 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)
C Estate Overview:
Vauxhall Vectra (C Estate). With 400 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11 l/100km). With a weight of 1395 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 220 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.0 V6 CDTi 24V ECOTEC (184 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Smooth and powerful, the automatic transmission complements the V6 diesel's torque for relaxed yet strong acceleration.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy for an automatic V6 diesel, slightly less efficient than the manual but still very competitive.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and practical estate body style
- • Comfortable ride quality, especially on long journeys
- • Wide range of engine options, from economical diesels to powerful V6 petrols
- • Good value for money on the used market
- • Large boot capacity with versatile loading options
Cons:
- • Interior quality can feel dated compared to rivals
- • Some engines can be prone to specific reliability issues (e.g., swirl flaps on diesels, timing chain on some petrols)
- • Handling is competent but lacks the sportiness of some competitors
- • High fuel consumption on larger petrol engines
- • Automatic transmissions can sometimes feel less refined than rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(C CC: 2004 - 2005).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Vauxhall |
| Model: | Vectra |
| Generation: | C Estate |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 V6 CDTi 24V ECOTEC (184 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2005 |
| End of production: | 2008 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 184 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 62.2 Hp/l [228mm more] |
| Torque: | 400 Nm @ 1900-2700 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Z30DT More details about the engine Z30DT |
| Engine displacement: | 2958 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 7.5 l |
| Coolant: | 8.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Compression ratio: | 18.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.9 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Maximum speed: | 220 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.6 kg/Hp, 131.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.5 kg/Nm, 286.7 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1395 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1850 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 530 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4839 mm mm [228mm more] |
| Width: | 1798 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1500 mm mm [40mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2830 mm mm [130mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2036 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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