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== {{anchor|Vectra C}} Vectra C (2002–2010) == {{Infobox automobile | name = Vectra C | image = Opel Vectra front 20080302.jpg | aka = Chevrolet Vectra<br />Holden Vectra<br />Vauxhall Vectra | production = March 2002 – June 2010<!--2010 is correct; still produced in Ireland until then--> | assembly = {{ubl |Egypt: [[6th of October City]] ([[General Motors Egypt|GME]]) |England: [[Ellesmere Port]] |Germany: [[Rüsselsheim]] |Ukraine: [[Zaporizhzhia]] ([[AvtoZAZ]])<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.autonews.com/assets/PDF/CA104101115.PDF |title=Guide to assembly plants in Europe |website=automotivenews.com |publisher=Automotive News Europe |access-date=27 January 2022}}</ref>}} | body_style = 4-door [[notchback]] [[sedan (automobile)|saloon]]<br />5-door [[Hatchback#Liftback|hatchback]]<br />5-door [[station wagon|estate]] | platform = [[GM Epsilon platform|Epsilon platform]] | engine = {{unbulleted list | '''[[Petrol engine|Petrol]]:''' | 1.6 L ''[[GM Family 1 engine#Pre-Ecotec|Family 1]]'' [[Inline-four engine|I4]] | 1.8 L ''[[GM Family 1 engine#Pre-Ecotec|Family 1]]'' I4 | 2.0 L ''[[GM Ecotec engine#2.0|Ecotec]]'' [[Turbocharger|turbo]] I4 | 2.2 L ''[[GM Ecotec engine#2.2|Ecotec]]'' I4 | 2.8 L ''[[GM High Feature engine#LP9 Turbo|High Feature]]'' turbo [[V6 engine|V6]] | 3.2 L ''[[General Motors 54° V6 engine#3.2|Ellesmere]]'' V6 | '''[[Diesel engine|Diesel]]:''' | 1.9 L I4 [[Fiat JTD engine#1.9|CDTI]]{{Broken anchor|date=2024-07-03|bot=User:Cewbot/log/20201008/configuration|target_link=Fiat JTD engine#1.9|reason= The anchor (1.9) [[Special:Diff/1231054680|has been deleted]].}} | 2.0 L I4 DTI | 2.2 L I4 DTI | 3.0 L V6 [[DMAX V6 engine|CDTI]] }} | transmission = 6-speed automatic<br />6-speed manual<br />5-speed manual<br />5-speed ''[[Easytronic]]'' [[automated manual transmission| automated manual]]<br />[[CVTronic]] | wheelbase = {{convert|2700|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (saloon/hatch)<br />{{convert|2830|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (estate) | length = {{convert|4596|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (saloon/hatch, pre-facelift)<br />{{convert|4611|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (saloon/hatch, post-facelift)<ref>Vauxhall Vectra owners' Manual July 2007 ref TS 1557-A-08</ref><br /> {{convert|4822|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (estate, pre-facelift) <br />{{convert|4839|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (estate, post-facelift) <br /> "OPC" versions {{convert|31|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} longer | width = {{convert|1798|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} | height = {{convert|1460|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (saloon/hatch)<br /> {{convert|1500|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (estate) | weight = {{convert|1393|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}} | related = [[Opel Signum]]<br />[[Saab 9-3]] | caption = Pre-facelift }}{{Multiple image | direction = vertical | image1 = Opel Vectra C rear 20090920.jpg | caption1 = Saloon | image2 = 2004-2005 Holden Vectra (ZC MY05) CD hatchback (2010-07-11).jpg | caption2 = Hatchback (Holden Vectra) | align = left | image3 = Opel Vectra C Caravan 20090301 rear.jpg | caption3 = Estate | header = Pre-facelift }} Built on the new [[GM Epsilon platform]], the '''Opel Vectra C''', released in March 2002 for the 2003 model year was initially available as a four-door [[notchback]] [[sedan (automobile)|saloon]] and a five-door [[Hatchback#Liftback|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 | access-date = 7 January 2008}}</ref> A five-door [[station wagon|estate]] was added in October 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!]] | access-date = 7 January 2008}}</ref> The Vectra C's official debut was at the [[Geneva Motor Show#2002|2002 Geneva Motor Show]]. Originally, the Vectra C was due to début with the [[Saab 9-3]] in October 2001, at the [[Frankfurt Motor Show#2001|Frankfurt Motor Show]], but in July 2001, it was announced that delays had forced [[General Motors]] to postpone the introduction.<ref name="Autotrader.com">{{cite web |date=July 13, 2001 |title=Spy Shots: 2003 Saab 9-3 |url=http://www.autotrader.com/research/article/4099/spy-shots-2003-saab-9-3.jsp/Autotrader.com/ |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150518081843/http://www.autotrader.com/research/article/4099/spy-shots-2003-saab-9-3.jsp/Autotrader.com/ |archive-date=18 May 2015 |access-date=23 April 2017 |work=AutoTrader.com}}</ref> The [[Hatchback#Liftback|hatchback]] version premiered in September 2002. The four door [[notchback]] [[sedan (car)|saloon]] version of the Vectra C almost resembled a [[three-box styling|two-box]] four door [[fastback]] [[sedan (car)|saloon]]. While the earlier Cavalier and Vectras had been built at the company's Luton plant, the second generation Vauxhall Vectra was built at the [[Ellesmere Port]] plant from the introduction. Pilot production at Ellesmere Port started in late 2001.<ref name=FNep>{{cite web | url = https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/2001/6/1/ellesmere-port-gears-up-for-new-vectra-production/9194/ | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20210621005706/https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/2001/6/1/ellesmere-port-gears-up-for-new-vectra-production/9194/ | archive-date = 2021-06-21 | title = Ellesmere Port gears up for new Vectra production | date = 2001-06-01 | work = FleetNews | publisher = Bauer Consumer Media Ltd }}</ref> The Vectra C was first seen in November 1999, in a copy of ''[[Auto Express]]''. At the [[Frankfurt Motor Show#2003|Frankfurt Motor Show]] in October 2003, the [[station wagon|estate]] version premièred, which had a slightly longer wheelbase than the [[hatchback]] and [[sedan (automobile)|saloon]] versions. Sharing the {{convert|2830|mm|in}} wheelbase of the [[station wagon|estate]], an "[[executive car|executive]] [[hatchback]]" sold under the [[Opel Signum|Opel/Vauxhall Signum]] nameplate. The Signum, which was based partly on the Vectra C, featured 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 | access-date = 7 January 2008 |archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20080306052333/http://www.automotriz.net/english/cars/opel-signum.htm <!-- Bot retrieved archive --> |archive-date = 6 March 2008}}</ref> The engine range was substantially modified to account for the increased [[curb weight]] of the Vectra C. The {{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, with the main petrol engine for the Vectra C, making up the vast bulk of production, being the Ecotec 2.2 litre chain driven unit producing {{Convert|108|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}}; along with a new range topping 3.2 litre [[General Motors 54° V6 engine|''54-Degree'']] [[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 | access-date = 7 January 2008}}</ref> From June to July 2002, [[Ed Harris]] starred in adverts for the Vauxhall Vectra in the United Kingdom.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.telegraph.co.uk/finance/2765561/Ad-of-the-Week-Vauxhall-puts-Vectra-on-trial.html |archive-url=https://ghostarchive.org/archive/20220112/https://www.telegraph.co.uk/finance/2765561/Ad-of-the-Week-Vauxhall-puts-Vectra-on-trial.html |archive-date=12 January 2022 |url-access=subscription |url-status=live|title=Ad of the Week: Vauxhall puts Vectra on trial|newspaper=www.telegraph.co.uk|date=18 June 2002|access-date=21 September 2017}}{{cbignore}}</ref> [[Pierluigi Collina]] also starred in adverts across Europe for the Vectra, as well as the Signum, in the end of 2005.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.campaignlive.co.uk/article/referee-collina-takes-control-vauxhall-tv-print-campaign/518602|title=Referee Collina 'takes control' in Vauxhall TV and print campaign|publisher=www.campaignlive.co.uk|date=23 September 2005|access-date=9 November 2017}}</ref> In 2003, a 2.0 litre [[Turbocharger|turbocharged]] ''[[GM Ecotec engine|Ecotec]]'' engine with {{Convert|129|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}} was also notionally offered. Being a main engine for another GM brand, Saab, it was only ever sold in small numbers in the Vectra.<ref>{{cite web | url = http://www.worldcarfans.com/2050615.001 | title = New Opel Signum: Versatile, Innovative, Unique | publisher = Black Falcon Media Group Oy | access-date = 7 January 2008}}</ref> The 2.2 litre was upgraded in 2004, with the 'Direct' name added to the model line, indicating the new high pressure direct injection update that increased power output to {{Convert|115|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}} with improved emissions. [[Diesel engine|Diesel]] power, which had become important for commercial success in Europe,<ref>{{cite web | first = Tierney | last = Christine|author2=Weich, David | date = 3 May 2003 | url = http://www.businessweek.com/magazine/content/03_19/b3832079.htm | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20030622175151/http://www.businessweek.com/magazine/content/03_19/b3832079.htm | url-status = dead | archive-date = 22 June 2003 | title = The Smell of Diesel Is Back in the Air | publisher = McGraw-Hill | access-date = 7 January 2008}}</ref> was provided by CDTI 1.9, 2.0 and 2.2 engines, with a top of the range [[Isuzu]] sourced 3.0 litre [[DMAX V6 engine|''DMAX'']] [[V6]] outputting {{Convert|132|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}}. In October 2004, the four cylinder diesel engine was replaced with a [[Fiat]] designed 1.9 litre [[JTD engine|Ecotec CDTI]] engine capable of producing {{Convert|89|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}} in 8v form and {{Convert|110|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}} in 16v form.<ref>{{cite web | date = 17 October 2004 | url = http://www.honestjohn.co.uk/road_tests/?id=151 | title = Vauxhall Vectra CDTI 150 | publisher = Khoo Systems | access-date = 10 January 2008}}</ref> Handling was reported to be much better than the previous Vectra. {{Multiple image | direction = vertical | image1 = Opel Vectra C 2.2 Direkt front.JPG | caption1 = | image2 = Opel Vectra C 2.2 Direkt rear.JPG | caption2 = Saloon | align = left | image3 = 2007 Vauxhall Vectra Exclusive CDTi 150 Automatic 2.0 Rear.jpg | caption3 = Hatchback (Vauxhall Vectra) | image4 = Opel Vectra Caravan Facelift rear.JPG | caption4 = Estate | header = Facelift }} The Vectra C received a facelift in September 2005, with the début at the [[Frankfurt Motor Show#2005|Frankfurt Motor Show]], and it retained a similar line of engines. However, the power of the 3.0 diesel was increased to {{Convert|137|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}}, and the petrol 3.2 litre V6 engine was replaced by an Australian built turbocharged 2.8 litre ''[[GM High Feature engine|High Feature]]'' V6 unit. This Saab co-developed motor could produce {{Convert|170|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}}. Opel installed the twin scroll turbo engine in its Signum productline with {{Convert|185|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}} output. The {{Convert|185|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}} version was available for the Vectra later in 2006. Opel also introduced – for the first time – an [[Opel Performance Center|OPC]] version of the Vectra, using the [[VXR]] name in the United Kingdom. These high performance variants were only available as hatchbacks and estates. In the United Kingdom the power of the ''High Feature'' V6 engine was increased to {{Convert|188|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}}, giving a maximum speed approaching 250 km/h (155 mph). Production of the Vectra C and Signum ended in July 2008. ===Overseas markets and rebadges=== ;Australia and New Zealand The Vectra C was branded as the [[Holden Vectra]] in [[Australia]] and [[New Zealand]]. Between 1998 and 2001, Holden in Australia assembled the Vectra for export to other [[Left- and right-hand traffic|RHD]] markets in the region, with a view to exporting 60 per cent of output, although this was adversely affected by the Asian economic crisis.<ref>[https://books.google.com/books?id=47OZAAAAIAAJ&q=vectra ''Business Review Weekly'': BRW, Volume 20, Issues 1-6], page 19</ref> Locally designated the ''ZC'' series and launched in March 2003, the Vectra C was only available as a sedan and hatchback. Holden did not offer the Vectra C estate due to the presence of the Astra and later Holden Viva (Daewoo Lacetti) estates. The Vectra was dropped and replaced by the Holden Epica, a badge engineered [[Daewoo Tosca]] early in 2007.<ref>{{cite magazine | last = Newton | first = Bruce |date=June 2007 | title = Sneer Miss |magazine=[[Wheels (magazine)|Wheels]] | pages = 104–108}}</ref> Due to stockpiling of Vectras from 2005 for the market in Australasia, there was enough supply of the car for deliveries to last through to 2007. As a result, facelifted Vectra Cs were not sold in those markets.<ref>{{cite web | last = Yan | first = Jack | date = 26 May 2007 | url = http://www.jackyan.com/blog/2007/05/holden-epica-arrives-in-new-zealand-god.html | title = Holden Epica arrives in New Zealand (God help us) | publisher = Jack Yan & Associates | access-date = 29 April 2008}}</ref> In 2008, the Vectra OPC was available with either six speed manual or six speed automatic transmission (Previous Vectra OPC had manual gearbox only). The 2.8L DOHC V6 turbo engine could generate {{Convert|206|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}}. ;United Kingdom Sales of the Vectra C in the United Kingdom were not as strong as those of its predecessors. For much of its production life, the original Vectra was the fourth best selling car in the country, but the Vectra C never came higher than tenth in the country's car sales charts, though within its own market sector it held on to second place, behind the [[Ford Mondeo]]. In 2007, it finally made the Top 10 of Britain's car sales charts, being the nation's tenth most popular new car with over 50,000 sales, outselling the Ford Mondeo for the first time since 1999.<ref>{{cite web | last = Finlay | first = David | date = 8 January 2008 | url = http://www.carkeys.co.uk/features/industry/2008/14456.asp | title = UK Motor Industry 2007 | publisher = PDRonline | access-date = 10 January 2008 | url-status = dead | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20080116132719/http://www.carkeys.co.uk/features/industry/2008/14456.asp | archive-date = 16 January 2008 | df = dmy-all }}</ref> Also, in January 2007, the estate variant was awarded ''Estate Car of the Year 2007'', by ''[[What Car?]]'' magazine.<ref>{{cite magazine | date = 19 January 2007 | url = http://www.whatcar.co.uk/news-special-report.aspx?NA=223730&EL=3187889 | title = Car of the Year 2007 – Estate car | magazine = [[What Car?]] | access-date = 10 January 2008}}</ref> ;South America While the Vectra C was sold in [[Mexico]] and [[Chile]] as the Chevrolet Vectra, it was not marketed in Brazil, where Chevrolet opted to sell the [[Opel Astra|Astra H]] under the Vectra brand from 2006 to 2011. Both local spec cars were powered by the [[Family II engine#GM do Brazil|FlexPower SOHC engine]] originally introduced in 1982 in the [[Opel Ascona#Chevrolet Monza|Chevrolet Monza]]. ;Ireland In [[Republic of Ireland|Ireland]], the Vectra C was produced until February 2010. <gallery widths="200" heights="120"> File:2003 Vauxhall Vectra Active 1.8.jpg|Vauxhall Vectra (pre-facelift, United Kingdom) File:2007 Vauxhall Vectra Exclusive CDTi 150 Automatic 2.0 Front.jpg|Vauxhall Vectra (facelift, United Kingdom) File:2006 Vauxhall Vectra VXR 2.8.jpg|Vauxhall Vectra VXR (United Kingdom) File:2003 Holden Vectra (ZC MY03) CD hatchback (2016-01-04) 01 (cropped).jpg|Holden Vectra (Australia and New Zealand) File:Chevrolet Vectra C pre facelift.jpg|Chevrolet Vectra (pre-facelift, South America) File:Chevrolet Vectra 2.2 Elegance 2007 (13929776740).jpg|Chevrolet Vectra (facelift, South America) </gallery> {{clear}}
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