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Engines ranged initially from a 75 PS (55 kW) 1.4 L to a 130 PS (96 kW) 2.0 L [[GM Family II engine|Family II]]. With the introduction of [[Euro I]] emissions regulations, the base model was replaced by a 1.6 L with the same output, while the top of the line was given to a 16-valve version of the 2.0 L engine, which powered the GT (GSI) version, and had 150 PS (110 kW). [[Four-wheel drive]] versions were added to the lineup in 1990, and in 1993, the car received a limited edition [[turbocharger|turbocharged]] version, with 204 PS (150 kW). The 1.4-litre engine was not available in all markets, and even then, it was only available in basic trims (Base/L in [[United Kingdom]], LS/GL in [[Europe]]). A 2.5 L [[V6 engine]] appeared towards the later stages of the Vectra's life, developing 170 PS (125 kW), turning the car into a relaxed motorway cruiser rather than give it sporty pretensions. | Engines ranged initially from a 75 PS (55 kW) 1.4 L to a 130 PS (96 kW) 2.0 L [[GM Family II engine|Family II]]. With the introduction of [[Euro I]] emissions regulations, the base model was replaced by a 1.6 L with the same output, while the top of the line was given to a 16-valve version of the 2.0 L engine, which powered the GT (GSI) version, and had 150 PS (110 kW). [[Four-wheel drive]] versions were added to the lineup in 1990, and in 1993, the car received a limited edition [[turbocharger|turbocharged]] version, with 204 PS (150 kW). The 1.4-litre engine was not available in all markets, and even then, it was only available in basic trims (Base/L in [[United Kingdom]], LS/GL in [[Europe]]). A 2.5 L [[V6 engine]] appeared towards the later stages of the Vectra's life, developing 170 PS (125 kW), turning the car into a relaxed motorway cruiser rather than give it sporty pretensions. | ||
There were a choice of two [[diesel engine]]s; one was an [[Isuzu]] 1.7 L [[Circle L engine|Circle-L]] unit, in both naturally-aspirated and turbocharged form (1686 cc), this one capable of achieving 82 PS (60 kW), and a GM designed 1.7 "low blow" turbo-diesel (1699 cc), and naturally-aspirated diesel unit, delivering up to {{Auto PS|68|0}}. Both units have a reputation for longevity, especially [[Isuzu]] developed units, which were also regarded as some of the most refined diesels available at the time. | There were a choice of two [[diesel engine]]s; one was an [[Isuzu]] 1.7 L [[Circle L engine|Circle-L]] unit, in both naturally-aspirated and turbocharged form (1686 cc), this one capable of achieving 82 PS (60 kW), and a GM designed 1.7 "low blow" turbo-diesel (1699 cc), and naturally-aspirated diesel unit, delivering up to {{Auto PS|68|0}}. Both units have a reputation for longevity, especially [[Isuzu]] developed units, which were also regarded as some of the most refined diesels available at the time. | ||
The front [[Suspension (vehicle)|suspension]] was fully [[Independent suspension|independent]], with [[MacPherson strut]]s, pressed steel lower control arms, and an [[Sway bar|anti-roll bar]]. The front suspension, together with the major mechanicals (engine and transmission) is remotely mounted on a front [[subframe]]. On front wheel drive models, the rear suspension is semi-independent, consisting of a torsion beam [[axle]] linked to trailing arms, with double conical [[coil spring]]s and direct acting telescopic [[Hydraulics|hydraulic]] [[shock absorber]]s, with certain models also having an anti-roll bar. On the four wheel drive GSi, the rear suspension is a subframe-mounted fully independent design, with semi-trailing arms, double conical coil springs, direct acting gas-assisted telescopic shock absorbers, and an anti-roll bar. | The front [[Suspension (vehicle)|suspension]] was fully [[Independent suspension|independent]], with [[MacPherson strut]]s, pressed steel lower control arms, and an [[Sway bar|anti-roll bar]]. The front suspension, together with the major mechanicals (engine and transmission) is remotely mounted on a front [[subframe]]. On front wheel drive models, the rear suspension is semi-independent, consisting of a torsion beam [[axle]] linked to trailing arms, with double conical [[coil spring]]s and direct acting telescopic [[Hydraulics|hydraulic]] [[shock absorber]]s, with certain models also having an anti-roll bar. On the four wheel drive GSi, the rear suspension is a subframe-mounted fully independent design, with semi-trailing arms, double conical coil springs, direct acting gas-assisted telescopic shock absorbers, and an anti-roll bar. | ||
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Built over the [[GM Epsilon platform]] the '''Opel Vectra C''' of 2002 was initially available as a four-door sedan and a five-door hatchback, known as the GTS.<ref>{{cite web | url = http://www.webwombat.com.au/motoring/news_reports/2_02_hol.htm | title = New Holden Vectra goes up-market | publisher = WebWombat | accessdate = 2008-01-07}}</ref> A five-door station wagon was added in 2003,<ref>{{cite web | url = http://uk.cars.yahoo.com/car-reviews/car-and-driving/vauxhall-vectra-estate-2004223.html | title = Vauxhall Vectra Estate (2003 - To Date) | publisher = [[Yahoo!]] | accessdate = 2008-01-07}}</ref> along with an "executive hatchback" sold under the [[Opel Signum|Signum]] nameplate. The Signum, which is based partly on the Vectra C features a completely different layout in the rear.<ref>{{cite web | url = http://www.automotriz.net/english/cars/opel-signum.htm | title = Opel Vectra and Signum Facelifts | publisher = Automotriz | accessdate = 2008-01-07}}</ref> | Built over the [[GM Epsilon platform]] the '''Opel Vectra C''' of 2002 was initially available as a four-door sedan and a five-door hatchback, known as the GTS.<ref>{{cite web | url = http://www.webwombat.com.au/motoring/news_reports/2_02_hol.htm | title = New Holden Vectra goes up-market | publisher = WebWombat | accessdate = 2008-01-07}}</ref> A five-door station wagon was added in 2003,<ref>{{cite web | url = http://uk.cars.yahoo.com/car-reviews/car-and-driving/vauxhall-vectra-estate-2004223.html | title = Vauxhall Vectra Estate (2003 - To Date) | publisher = [[Yahoo!]] | accessdate = 2008-01-07}}</ref> along with an "executive hatchback" sold under the [[Opel Signum|Signum]] nameplate. The Signum, which is based partly on the Vectra C features a completely different layout in the rear.<ref>{{cite web | url = http://www.automotriz.net/english/cars/opel-signum.htm | title = Opel Vectra and Signum Facelifts | publisher = Automotriz | accessdate = 2008-01-07}}</ref> | ||
The engine range was substantially modified to account for an increased [[curb weight]]. While a {{Convert|90|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}} 1.8 litre ''[[GM Family 1 engine#Ecotec|Family 1 Ecotec]]'' engine was reserved for the base model, a 2.0 litre [[Turbocharger|turbocharged]] ''[[GM Family II engine|Family II]]'' engine with {{Convert|129|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}} was also offered,<ref>{{cite web | url = http://www.worldcarfans.com/2050615.001 | title = New Opel Signum: Versatile, Innovative, Unique | publisher = Black Falcon Media Group Oy | accessdate = 2008-01-07}}</ref> along with a new 3.2 litre [[V6 engine|V6]], with {{Convert|155|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}}.<ref>{{cite web | url = http://www.babez.de/opel/gts.php | title = Opel Vectra GTS | publisher = Babez.de | accessdate = 2008-01-07}}</ref> [[Diesel]] power, which by now was important for commercial success in Europe,<ref>{{cite web | first = Tierney | last = Christine| coauthors = Weich, David | date = [[2003-05-03]] | url = http://www.businessweek.com/magazine/content/03_19/b3832079.htm | title = The Smell of Diesel Is Back in the Air | publisher = [[McGraw-Hill]] | accessdate = 2008-01-07}}</ref> is provided by an [[Isuzu]]-sourced 3.0 litre V6 outputting {{Convert|132|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}},<ref>{{cite web | last = Wan | first = Mark | date = [[2003-05-24]] | url = http://www.autozine.org/html/Opel/Vectra.html | title = Opel Vectra | publisher = AutoZine | accessdate = 2008-01-10}}</ref> but the four-cylinder diesel engine was replaced in 2004 by a [[Fiat]]-designed 1.9 litre [[JTD engine|Ecotec CDTI]] engine capable of outputting {{Convert|110|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}}.<ref>{{cite web | date = [[2004-10-17]] | url = http://www.honestjohn.co.uk/road_tests/?id=151 | title = Vauxhall Vectra CDTI 150 | publisher = Khoo Systems | accessdate = 2008-01-10}}</ref> Handling is reported to be much better than the old car, but reviews still criticise the overlight feel of the steering, complicated indicator switches and the rather ungainly styling of the sedan version. | The engine range was substantially modified to account for an increased [[curb weight]]. While a {{Convert|90|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}} 1.8 litre ''[[GM Family 1 engine#Ecotec|Family 1 Ecotec]]'' engine was reserved for the base model, a 2.0 litre [[Turbocharger|turbocharged]] ''[[GM Family II engine|Family II]]'' engine with {{Convert|129|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}} was also offered,<ref>{{cite web | url = http://www.worldcarfans.com/2050615.001 | title = New Opel Signum: Versatile, Innovative, Unique | publisher = Black Falcon Media Group Oy | accessdate = 2008-01-07}}</ref> along with a new 3.2 litre [[V6 engine|V6]], with {{Convert|155|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}}.<ref>{{cite web | url = http://www.babez.de/opel/gts.php | title = Opel Vectra GTS | publisher = Babez.de | accessdate = 2008-01-07}}</ref> [[Diesel]] power, which by now was important for commercial success in Europe,<ref>{{cite web | first = Tierney | last = Christine| coauthors = Weich, David | date = [[2003-05-03]] | url = http://www.businessweek.com/magazine/content/03_19/b3832079.htm | title = The Smell of Diesel Is Back in the Air | publisher = [[McGraw-Hill]] | accessdate = 2008-01-07}}</ref> is provided by an [[Isuzu]]-sourced 3.0 litre V6 outputting {{Convert|132|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}},<ref>{{cite web | last = Wan | first = Mark | date = [[2003-05-24]] | url = http://www.autozine.org/html/Opel/Vectra.html | title = Opel Vectra | publisher = AutoZine | accessdate = 2008-01-10}}</ref> but the four-cylinder diesel engine was replaced in 2004 by a [[Fiat]]-designed 1.9 litre [[JTD engine|Ecotec CDTI]] engine capable of outputting {{Convert|110|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}}.<ref>{{cite web | date = [[2004-10-17]] | url = http://www.honestjohn.co.uk/road_tests/?id=151 | title = Vauxhall Vectra CDTI 150 | publisher = Khoo Systems | accessdate = 2008-01-10}}</ref> Handling is reported to be much better than the old car, but reviews still criticise the overlight feel of the steering, complicated indicator switches and the rather ungainly styling of the sedan version. | ||
[[Image:Opel Vectra front 20070926.jpg|thumb|left|2005-2008 facelifted Vectra C.]] | [[Image:Opel Vectra front 20070926.jpg|thumb|left|2005-2008 facelifted Vectra C.]] | ||