Opel Vectra 1995–2002 car dimensions: 4480 mm long, 1710 mm wide and 1420 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,260 kg. Boot space with the seats up is 480 litres.
Higher grades include manual air conditioning or electronic climate control as standard or optional. Cruise control comes on top trims like CD Exclusive. Power windows, heated mirrors and a basic radio with optional CD player or onboard computer are available. Parking sensors appear as an option on some later models. Standard driver aids cover ABS and dual airbags, with side airbags from mid-production. The cabin feels practical for five with fabric or leather seats and clear instruments.
Boot space measures 480 litres with the rear seats up. Folding the seats raises capacity to 1180 litres for larger loads.
Payload sits around 455 kg on base versions. Towing capacity varies by engine and market from roughly 1000 kg braked on lighter models up to 1500 kg on stronger ones, with unbraked figures near 620 kg. Sport grades add lowered reinforced suspension for firmer handling. The car suits light work or trailer use within those limits but lacks dedicated heavy-duty cooling options.
Front seats are mild-bolstered buckets with standard height adjustment for the driver via side lever. Dashboard is curved and ergonomic with clear instruments and rotary HVAC controls. Rear bench splits 60/40 with pass-through and fits three adults though legroom is limited. Cup holders are standard except on base models. Air conditioning and electric sunroof are options. Cabin feels roomy for four with decent headroom despite the sloping roof.
Fuel tank holds 60 litres across models.
Petrol combined consumption starts at 7.2 l/100 km for 1.6 16V. diesels lower.
Oil and filter change every 15 000 km or 12 months (later models 30 000 km).
Euro NCAP adult rating 3 stars (1997 and 2001 tests).
Standard safety: ABS, driver airbag, Pedal Release System, height-adjustable seatbelts with pretensioners.
Engines run on 95 octane petrol or diesel. Combined figures range from about 7.2 l/100 km on the base 1.6 16V up to over 10 l/100 km on the 2.5 V6. Diesels such as the 2.0 DTI sit lower. Tank size is a consistent 60 litres.
Service intervals call for oil and filter every 15 000 km or yearly on early cars, extending to 30 000 km later. Air and fuel filters every 30 000–60 000 km. Timing belt every 60 000 km on belt-driven engines. Brake fluid every two years.
Crash tests gave 3 stars. Structure held shape in frontal offset with moderate footwell intrusion. Side impact showed chest risk until side airbags became standard. Pedal Release System is standard to reduce lower-leg injury. Front airbags, ABS and belt pretensioners are fitted from launch. side airbags from 1997.
Parts remain widely available and cheap. Regular oil changes and rust checks keep the car reliable. Independent multi-link rear suspension aids comfort and handling longevity when bushings are maintained.
Length 4480 mm, Width 1710 mm, Height 1420 mm, Wheelbase 2640 mm (Vectra 1995–2002)
Sources: manufacturer data, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Opel_Vectra, autoevolution.com/cars/opel-vectra-hatchback-1995.html, drom.ru.