1995 Vauxhall Frontera Estate 2.3 turbo diesel from UK and Ireland
Summary:
Good value for money
Faults:
Low oil pressure gauge (electronic fault). Sticky central locking front nearside door.
General Comments:
Good all round 4x4, bad reputation not deserved. This car is only let down by small silly things. I have found the 2.3 TD engine economical and although critics say it is under powered I tow all over the country with a race car and spares with no problem quietly and comfortably.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 19th June, 2000
9th Mar 2001, 14:32
Had 1996 SWB Frontera for three years now. No major problems, though the original exhaust was badly designed and soon rusted away as the propshaft threw water onto the silencer box seam. Revised seam now on the outside.
Various squeaks and rattles that I have resolved myself.
Rust spot on the leading edge of the bonnet.
Poor interior finish.
Not a car for a lot of travel, but ideal for fun and towing a medium sized caravan. A car with lots of hormones though - and they keep out of your way in a 4x4! Other car a Mondeo Estate. Both owned by us.