2018 Vauxhall Insignia GS SRi VxLine 1.5T petrol

Summary:

Very nice car

Faults:

Really nothing at all serious.

General Comments:

The modern Insignia is a smooth comfortable and great looking and performing car in SRi VxLine trim with a petrol engine.

After poor experiences with diesels in the past, I opted for the 1.5 turbo petrol. Sounds under-powered for a car this size at first, but feels like a 2.0, pulls strong enough. 45 mpg or more is also still possible.

Rear passenger headroom is a little limited, otherwise the car's comfort levels are perfect.

The perfect family/executive car, just hope it stays reliable, and I will continue to look after it well.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 14th February, 2023

11th Aug 2023, 18:46

I think you did well, the 1.6 isn't much faster, and does around 30 mpg, so give yourself a pat on the back. Drain oil every 10k, give it a minutes idle down when coming off the motorway or after a hard drive.

In reply to 11th Aug 2023, 18:46

9th Oct 2023, 17:45

He must be doing plenty of motorway cruising to get 45 mpg, my 1.5 petrol has never gotten more than 39 mpg.

2018 Vauxhall Insignia Grand Sport SRi Vx Line 1.5 petrol

Summary:

Excellent!

Faults:

Nothing at all.

General Comments:

Dark blue, window tints, and 5 spoke 18 inch alloy wheels, this car looks amazing. Vx Line SRi styling is the one to go for on these newer Insignia Grand Sports.

Interior is also very nice and a huge improvement over the previous model Insignia. The car looks and feels as premium as any German car.

1.5 petrol engine is OK, but the diesels might be a better choice for more power and economy. This car is only just about fast enough for me, and does 45 - 48 mpg, not bad I suppose. Very smooth and quiet however.

The car is just great to drive and cruise in on the motorway. I have made a few very long journeys in it over the last couple of years and always get out the car feeling great; the seats are very comfortable. Rear headroom for taller passengers is a bit limited; those fancy lines and roof design might look great, but there is a price to be paid with a bit less space in the rear. Generally however I drive myself these days so the comfort and space upfront is OK.

The car has all the modern features for phone pairing and sat nav, plus a few fancy modes to flick through. I'm old school and don't really care about these features to be honest, but they are all there for those that do. Sound system quality is good and the car has of course electric windows, mirrors, and all the other expected essentials.

Tired of boring crossovers and SUV's and MPV's and just want a traditional family or executive car? Then take a look at the Insignia.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 23rd January, 2023