Faults:

Clutch.

Haldex system.

General Comments:

A couple of years ago, I had a fairly ordinary 2011 Insignia 1.8 SRi. A nice to drive car. Reliable, but too slow. I loved everything about that car except its lack of power. The VXR Insignia was an obvious upgrade choice.

Oh my God. This car is amazing, and an upgrade in every way, not just performance. The looks are insane on this black metallic face-lift 2015 model, inside and out.

So how does it drive? Very smoothly if you want to. Or you can test out the 5.9 seconds to 60 mph and 155 mph to speed. On a private track of course ;) Manual trans is fun to use.

Interior has all the mod cons and the sports seats are just something else. The car rides nicely and stays glued to the road accelerating or cornering. 4WD system works well, but makes sure it gets serviced also! The Haldex system is expensive to repair on cars where someone has neglected it. Look for a Vauxhall specialist, for service and repair, they need to know about this car to look after it well. Avoid neglected / crash damaged cars!

Stupidly expensive to insure and tax. Plus I have only manage 22 mpg so far. But if you worry about that sort of thing, get an ordinary diesel or smaller petrol engine Insignia. The VXR is for hardcore Vauxhall fans only. But believe me, it is worth it! I do not think I have enjoyed a car soo much in a long time!

Faults:

Misfire, new coil pack (£200).

Brakes plus suspension work for MOT (wear and tear).

A/C weak.

Recently changed the cam-belt and water-pump as required maintenance.

General Comments:

White 2015 SRi Insignia - a fantastic looking car. Hard to believe it is ten years old!

I have the windows tinted and upgraded twin blade 18 inch wheels.

Inside the dark grey sports seats are very comfortable and the car is nice to be in. Ride is a little firm, but that is because the SRi gets stiffer suspension. Makes the handling nice however.

The car is great to drive. The 1.8 petrol engine isn't the best in regards to performance. But it will do you a solid 37 mpg if you do a lot of motorway drives. Fuel economy isn't great on shorter drives; this isn't a car for you if you only do short journeys. It is at home on motorways.

Find a nice one at a nice price; go for it!

Faults:

Nothing so far, had the car two years, bought approved used.

General Comments:

Insignia - bloody good looking car. Stunning from all angles. My car is silver with tinted windows.

Elite model has leather and all electrics. Most comfortable car I have ever had. Interior is just such a nice place to be.

The car is nice to drive, quiet and smooth. 2.0 CDTI engine always does over 50 mpg and has good power reserves.

Good looking, cheap to run, reliable (if looked after correctly) what's not to like? Find a clean car at a nice price and you have a practical nice to drive car at the best value for money you can get!

Faults:

Misfire - coil pack failing, common issue on the 1.8. Easy repair and fairly inexpensive at around £200 from a decent garage.

Headlights have condensation in them.

Passenger air vent broke.

General Comments:

Black 2015 Insignia, and incredibly good looking and underrated car. 17 inch alloys. Tinted windows.

Bought this a couple of years ago as a cheap used car for family/work use and it has been excellent.

Very spacious interior and large boot area. The car is good to travel in. Smooth on motorways. Design trim level is rather basic, but the car still has all the modern electronics you would expect.

Actually good to drive despite what you might have heard. The steering is nice (leather steering wheel is comfortable to hold), seats are super comfortable, gear shift is slick and the brakes are strong. If I have any complaints the performance of this 1.8 petrol engine isn't great, but once cruising on motorways it is fine. And that's what you'll need to do to get the best economy, it can return 38 - 40 mpg on very long drives, but shorter trips and winter driving means you won't get much more than 32 - 34 mpg which isn't very good these days.

The 1.8 is a simple old school engine and reliable however if serviced on time. I'd avoid the more common CDTi diesels, they are much more problematic at higher mileage.

In short, a used petrol Insignia is a still a great buy even in 2024, providing you buy a looked after car. Oil changes and cambelt change is essential.