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Vauxhall Vectra C Estate 2.2i 16V Direct ECOTEC (155 Hp)
Overall Rating
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 220 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.6 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 209 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.
2.2i 16V Direct ECOTEC (155 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A well-balanced engine, offering sufficient power for most situations with good responsiveness.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy for a petrol engine of this size, making it a sensible choice for mixed driving.
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: 2003 - 2005).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Vauxhall |
| Model: | Vectra |
| Generation: | C Estate |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.2i 16V Direct ECOTEC (155 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2004 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 155 Hp @ 5600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 70.5 Hp/l [228mm more] |
| Torque: | 220 Nm @ 3800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Z22YH More details about the engine Z22YH |
| Engine displacement: | 2198 |
| 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: | 5 l |
| Coolant: | 7.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 94.6 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 12:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.8 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Maximum speed: | 209 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9 kg/Hp, 111.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.3 kg/Nm, 157.7 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1395 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1850 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 530 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 | Manual |
| 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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