Faults:

Nothing so far.

General Comments:

Elite Insignia is a top model, this is a newer vehicle for our taxi service. After many years in a huge Seat Alhambra, this car actually feels smaller, so it's not such a big heavy lumbering car as some reviews would have you believe.

The 2.0 diesel engine is a belter - economical yet fast when you need it. I suspect reliability will be good if I take care of it. It has been faultless so far. Averaging close to 50 mpg so far with longer drives.

The car is gorgeous to look at inside and out. Very nice to drive. Smooth over bumpy roads. Supportive leather seats on this model.

Priced cheaper on the used market than equivalent cars (Ford Mondeo, BMW 3 series, Toyota Avensis, etc) and much better value in my opinion.

Faults:

Nothing.

General Comments:

Sleek, nice to drive, reasonably priced... what's not to like about the modern Insignia?

My car is silver. Bought used last year with full Vauxhall main dealer history, this car is a joy to drive, and better than my old Insignia.

Realistically being a petrol automatic 1.5 engine it only does 35 - 40 mpg, not quite the 41 mpg average claim, but I dare say you could get that on a long drive, I have been doing shorter journeys a lot lately. Still not bad economy for a petrol engine in a nearly 1.5 tonne car. You could go for the diesels, but they are troublesome at higher mileage.

SRi Vx Line is the one to have, nice looking wheels and good spec.

A fantastic car that I wish was still made. I will have to hang on to this one for a long time!

Faults:

Suspension rattle (wear and tear, will have it checked).

"GPF" (Gas Particulate Filter) regeneration seemed to take forever. Yes, petrol cars have these now as well, but they seem to be less problematic than diesels DPF's, if you treat them correctly and service the car on time.

Climate control a bit crazy, sometimes does not work right.

Rear passenger air vents broke.

General Comments:

Bright red 2019 SRi Vx Line Insignia Grand Sport, gorgeous car, very underrated styling. This car has been great for me for a year now with no major issues. 5 years old and looks and drives as good as new.

The Insignia is a very underrated car, easily up there with German rivals. I do not expect it to be as reliable as my previous 2011 Toyota Avensis however over the long term, but if you take care of these cars they are generally reliable. I had an older Insignia years ago (one of the first from 2009) and it was OK.

1.5 turbo engine is a revelation. Was going to go for a diesel at first, but a test drive in one of these showed me it had enough power and was also very quiet. Economy isn't too bad either at around 35 - 40 mpg, slightly hindered by that automatic transmission; a manual version could maybe get a little more economy and performance.

Still, this car is surprisingly involving to drive. SRi trim has stiffer springs - handles better than you think. You can have fun in corners, or take it easy, the car really is the best of both worlds, providing a fun driving experience or relaxed long distance cruising.

All models are well equipped with very nice comfortable seats. Dash is laid out very nicely. The car feels a bit big and heavy, but never an issue once you are used to it. Plenty of space inside and the boot/hatch area is massive.

Value for money wise there is nothing to beat the Insignia on the used market. These newer 2017 onwards models can be had for less than 10 grand now. An equivalent Ford Mondeo or whatever else is much more expensive.