Faults:
Car had slight pull - corrected with wheel alignment.
No squeaks or rattles (yet).
Glitch with computer info display (fixed under warranty).
Dealer upgraded ECU with wrong firmware - resulted in occasional engine overrun when up-shifting. Quickly diagnosed and fixed with correct firmware.
NB Electronics very complex hence will need servicing at Holden dealer - preferably a larger Holden dealer with specialist Vectra trained technicians.
General Comments:
Performance from 3.2 V6 + 5 speed auto very good. Heaps of torque. Chassis very good at getting power down despite FWD - torque steer is minimal. Fuel consumption around 11-12 l/100km - slightly higher than expected.
Handling from factory sports suspension is very good - firm ride yet compliant enough over bumps. Road feel through steering wheel is good.
Brakes are excellent.
Poor rear visibility when reversing.
Driver instrumentation very good. Electronic controls (eg indicators) take a few days to get used to, but once learnt are easy to use.
Cabin comfort good - although rear headroom is limited.
16th Mar 2006, 03:06
Could not agree more after coming out of a commodore find the vectra an excellent car. As with all cars they get so close to a perfect car, but always miss out. Hard ride..hard seats everything else perfect!!!