For There's decent performance and flexibility from this engine, and it's not hampered by long gearing, as the CDTi 120 is. Plus, this model has firmer and lower suspension, so it drives better than standard models.

Against You can't help noticing the engine noise at low speeds. Even with the lower suspension, this model doesn't drive as well as a Ford Mondeo, and suffers from a firm ride.

Vauxhall Insignia Saloon

What Car? says

3 out of 5 stars

We like this engine - in fact, it's our favourite unit in the range - but we can't see the point in buying such an expensive trim as SRi (especially with the Nav package). For us, Exclusiv is a better-value buy - and that car rides better.

What Car? readers say

3


Key facts

0–60mph
8.9 secs
Top speed
135 mph
Average mpg
55.4
Tank range
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Buyer's notes

Target Price team says:

There are dozens of versions of the Vauxhall Insignia to choose from. The trim levels include Exclusiv, ES, SRi, SE and Elite, and there are special edition versions on top of that. We'd recommend Exclusiv – all the essential kit at a reasonable price.

The choices won't stop there, though, because there are also eight engines to choose from, with a wide range of petrol and diesel units, including some low-CO2 Ecoflex units. There are even some four-wheel-drive versions.

The Insignia looks great, has a nicely trimmed cabin for a car of this price and offers premium-car features, such as adaptive damping, nine-pattern automatic headlamp beam adjustment and speed limit recognition and display.

Ultimately, though, it's more about motorway comfort and stability than country-lane precision. The Mondeo can do both and is more capacious.

Reader test team says:

Vauxhall Insignia Saloon 2.0 CDTi 160 SRi Nav 4dr

Just got the 2.0 cdti sri nav and covered my first 250 miles. The car was replacing a 2008 Mondeo so an interesting comparison as I'm sure if your…

kevin adair

3 out of 5 stars
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