Thank you for your comment. I have not driven a diesel variant of the Insignia but can imagine it being an excellent motorway cruiser and very economical too.
Please let us know how the fuel economy is. I seen reports anything from 32mpg to 44 mpg which is a bit poor to be honest. Autoexpress says on a touring run it should manage 52 mpg. (English miles per gallon and manual gear box)
Good review! Got a insignia GT myself. Got 17 inch wheels for comfort. And take those splendid agr seats. Its spacious and has a good price compared to vw passat and renault talisman. Drives agile, good looks.
Great review,... had my 2.0 diesel VXLine for 2 years now, the VXLine is a VERY smart looking car. Very good video with well progressed content with all the info you want. Only downside to these cars is the economy, but not too fussed about it. Due another one of these next year where the spec is been improved
Got one of these, and a lovely car to look and drive, had a few cars in my time but if and when the time comes I will reorder this make and model again, something I have never done before. German engineering and manufacture, at a reasonable price.
Great review just brought one of these really really pleased got it in manuel in red as well had a astra gtc limited edition before this the insignia wins hands down.
Worth pointing out here that the Escort was never up against the Cavalier. The Cavalier was initially a rival to the Cortina, then Sierra followed by the Mondeo, and then the Vectra B took over in 1995. The point about the glovebox being a PSA carry over is also incorrect as the Insignia B is a GM design from before the PSA takeover.
I don't know why car reviewers are so obsessed with lower down harder plastic - hardly an important feature ffs! My old Jeep XJ's dash is all hard plastic & I don't give a monkeys 😆
More reliable then Skoda Probably less reliable then Mazda ... but not sure about the second statement I always say the reliability depends on how you use the car and how many option boxes tick at purchase. This insignia is the most hightech in its class and you can spec an Audi/BMW rival in terms of technology, but more things to have means more things to fail at some point and make problems. Highly recommend the AGR seat - that for me is a must have option - another best in class, these are one of the comfiest seats I've sat, and Intelilux headlights is another great option.
Thank you for the comment KB. I said that due to the Escort being around longer than the Astra. And as I run AutoBears in my spare time, thank you for calling me a professional reviewer!! Big bear hugs!!
@@loyalbear3954 I could :) It is the B16SHT engine Opel developed in early 2012. 2018 Insignia got the the Euro 6 version B16SHT which is evolution of the original A16XHT with 170 bhp. This generation of Insignia is the last true German build and really really worth buying. I personally consider it as best in class. This engine has nothing in common with shitty Peugeot versions (I believe the engine code of the french is EP6FDT and EP6FDTX. I admit Peugeot has nice 2.0 hdi diesel motors but the range of 1.6 diesel and petrol are one of the shittiest on the market and should be avoided on any price!
Hello need ur help, want to buy same trim in 2L diesel. Need ur assistance how well MPG Figures I can expect from 2L trim. Going to use in Uber London , is going to be economical. Thanks
Thank you for your comment. The 2L diesel should be an economical choice for you. I’m not sure what real world figures you would get as I’ve not tested the diesel.
I doubt it. That car has a GM engine. The Commodore in Australia was announced 1 day before Opel was sold. I have oneto me it’s a sweeter engine than the V6 tied to a 9 speed Auto Transmission & front Wheel Drive. It is a Very good car.
Just brought a Aussie derived version of this badged as a Holden and can’t find another countries version with this spec. Version I got is the wagon hit with all options, but also a 3.6 litre V6 (315hp), 9sp auto and 4wd. I’ve come from a 2015 Passat to this 2019 Holden (insignia) and must admit build quality aside, it’s a decent move foward
I had the Holdon Commodore when I spent 7 weeks in Darwin with work, and it was a fantastic car… which is why I’m here now looking at if I can have on in the UK! 👌😆
Sorry mate, this engine has nothing in common with Peugeot - it is entirely German! In my opinion Insignia B is the prettiest and best in its class. I drove the 2.0 GSI for a while it has lovely sportiness in it while still keep that long distance comfort. Loved it and actually attempt to buy one for myself.
sorry to be off topic but does anybody know of a tool to log back into an Instagram account..? I stupidly forgot the login password. I would appreciate any tricks you can offer me.
@Karsyn Mayson i really appreciate your reply. I got to the site thru google and im trying it out atm. Seems to take quite some time so I will get back to you later with my results.
Hi there NoName. It was a good car in sport mode but it's not that type of car. Granted I would've loved to have seen a VXR version released. Especially as this was the last GM car from Vauxhall.
1.6 ltr petrol ?? Shhheessh , talk about underpowered !! At least the RSV & VXR versions of this in Australia were available with a 3.6 ltr V6 AWD with 9 speed auto !! Much better than such a small engine trying to move a fairly hefty car !
Thank you for the comment. The 1.6 has a decent amount of poke for such a big car. Yes, here we have gone away from the larger engines but they still can pack a punch and return decent economy.
@@AutoBears Hmm ...... yes , if you're in a Toyota Corolla sized car perhaps ! A engine that size in a car that big is just a bit too small really . It must be revving it's proverbial tit's off to carry 4 adults and luggage and do 100km per/hr up a steep hill !! In a scenario such as that fuel economy would be atrocious ! 😣😣
The car is about 200 kilograms lighter then the previous generation, and 200 bhp and 280 NM of torque just above idling speed - not that much ago that amount of torque was 3.0 diesel engine category :) 8 sec to 100 kph is everything else but not underpowered :)
@@BenzinioB Well , my wife and I drove her friends 4 cylinder Insignia and it is about on par with a four cylinder Camry . Adequate but NOT overly powerful ! My wifes V6 Insignia certainly runs rings around it , that's for sure !
I don't own one but I love this car. However past vx ownerships have not been great due to some really poor choices... basically using shit fiat parts for major components which had a history of failure
Auto Bears Thanks I’m hoping to go electric when my current insignia gets too old. Whilst the petrol is powerful, it’s only as quick as a ‘prestige’ 2 litre diesel like a bmw 520d which has similar performance figures.
not really, equivalent Peugeot 508 GTLine sarting price is £2500 more. The current VXLine (B facelift) that you can buy is some £3000 more than the preface on this test due to added standard spec (matrix lights, full leather, massage and heated seats etc) - so was good value for money, and still is.
Thank you for your comment. I felt the refinement levels were good in the Insignia. But the large alloys did present additional road noise compared to a less sporty trim.
@@AutoBears Ok, I agree, the Superb is more practical only in the trunk, but everything else is on the Insignia side at least I got that impression. And I also think the trunk space of the Insignia is big enough for everyday use. For me, the Insignia is a much better car 💪
BUT... Hello Hello Hello !!! This car has absolutely... nothing... to do with PSA... there is no... connection and not a thing... from PSA in this one. Any similarities are purely coincidental. Feel free to read up on the subject a little more.
I drove one as a courtesy car was a nice drive however I found the start stop feature annoying and didn't like the handbrake button. What was awful about it owning one in your opinion?
Fine review! Just ordered one, but with 2.0 cdti diesel engine. Over all, it's an incredibile value for money!
Thank you for your comment. I have not driven a diesel variant of the Insignia but can imagine it being an excellent motorway cruiser and very economical too.
Please let us know how the fuel economy is. I seen reports anything from 32mpg to 44 mpg which is a bit poor to be honest. Autoexpress says on a touring run it should manage 52 mpg. (English miles per gallon and manual gear box)
Good review! Got a insignia GT myself. Got 17 inch wheels for comfort. And take those splendid agr seats. Its spacious and has a good price compared to vw passat and renault talisman. Drives agile,
good looks.
Whatever auto brand you're into have to admit this is one sharp looking vehicle
Exactly - This was my first car but 2011 reg. What a beauty of a first car. I of course bumped the hell out of the poor thing LOL
Extremely detailed review! Subbed
Great review,... had my 2.0 diesel VXLine for 2 years now, the VXLine is a VERY smart looking car. Very good video with well progressed content with all the info you want. Only downside to these cars is the economy, but not too fussed about it. Due another one of these next year where the spec is been improved
Got one of these, and a lovely car to look and drive, had a few cars in my time but if and when the time comes I will reorder this make and model again, something I have never done before.
German engineering and manufacture, at a reasonable price.
Superb review thankyou.
Great review just brought one of these really really pleased got it in manuel in red as well had a astra gtc limited edition before this the insignia wins hands down.
Worth pointing out here that the Escort was never up against the Cavalier. The Cavalier was initially a rival to the Cortina, then Sierra followed by the Mondeo, and then the Vectra B took over in 1995.
The point about the glovebox being a PSA carry over is also incorrect as the Insignia B is a GM design from before the PSA takeover.
Thanks for the comment Spotted.
You got the gist though which I appreciate. Such a shame the insignia is no more.
Looks nice to me especially with the automatic I'm a big vauxhall /Peugeot fan.
It is a great combination. Works really well.
Was looking at Audi A3s but in terms of cost effectiveness etc plus the looks this isn't bad at all.
Nice review, I didn't know Eddie Hall did car reviews!
every car review seem to mention the hard plastic lower down on a car is it because its more durable and less suspect to damage
I don't know why car reviewers are so obsessed with lower down harder plastic - hardly an important feature ffs! My old Jeep XJ's dash is all hard plastic & I don't give a monkeys 😆
How reliable would it be compared to mazda 6 and skoda superb?
More reliable then Skoda
Probably less reliable then Mazda
... but not sure about the second statement
I always say the reliability depends on how you use the car and how many option boxes tick at purchase. This insignia is the most hightech in its class and you can spec an Audi/BMW rival in terms of technology, but more things to have means more things to fail at some point and make problems.
Highly recommend the AGR seat - that for me is a must have option - another best in class, these are one of the comfiest seats I've sat, and Intelilux headlights is another great option.
@@BenzinioB About 13.2% more reliable then the Skoda and 9.1% less than the Mazda.
30 seconds in and this professional reviewer gets something basic wrong! The Ford Escort was up against the Vauxhall Astra.
Thank you for the comment KB. I said that due to the Escort being around longer than the Astra.
And as I run AutoBears in my spare time, thank you for calling me a professional reviewer!!
Big bear hugs!!
I'm sure this is still an opel / vx sourced engine, been out for a few years now. PSA scrapped their 1.6T due to emissions
David Nicholas the 1.6 is still very much in the PSA line up.
@@AutoBears Cheers AB, can you confirm the engine manufacturer tho ?
@@loyalbear3954 I could :)
It is the B16SHT engine Opel developed in early 2012.
2018 Insignia got the the Euro 6 version B16SHT which is evolution of the original A16XHT with 170 bhp. This generation of Insignia is the last true German build and really really worth buying. I personally consider it as best in class.
This engine has nothing in common with shitty Peugeot versions (I believe the engine code of the french is EP6FDT and EP6FDTX. I admit Peugeot has nice 2.0 hdi diesel motors but the range of 1.6 diesel and petrol are one of the shittiest on the market and should be avoided on any price!
Hello need ur help, want to buy same trim in 2L diesel.
Need ur assistance how well MPG Figures I can expect from 2L trim. Going to use in Uber London , is going to be economical.
Thanks
Thank you for your comment. The 2L diesel should be an economical choice for you. I’m not sure what real world figures you would get as I’ve not tested the diesel.
If this has the PSA engine, it must be a MY20 version?
It’s not a Peugeot engine. It’s GM-derived and also in the Astra
I doubt it. That car has a GM engine. The Commodore in Australia was announced 1 day before Opel was sold. I have oneto me it’s a sweeter engine than the V6 tied to a 9 speed Auto Transmission & front Wheel Drive. It is a Very good car.
The 1.6 is one of the new engines to go through the PSA group. It is a sweet engine that suits it well.
Really good review 👍
Just brought a Aussie derived version of this badged as a Holden and can’t find another countries version with this spec. Version I got is the wagon hit with all options, but also a 3.6 litre V6 (315hp), 9sp auto and 4wd. I’ve come from a 2015 Passat to this 2019 Holden (insignia) and must admit build quality aside, it’s a decent move foward
I had the Holdon Commodore when I spent 7 weeks in Darwin with work, and it was a fantastic car… which is why I’m here now looking at if I can have on in the UK! 👌😆
Sorry mate, this engine has nothing in common with Peugeot - it is entirely German!
In my opinion Insignia B is the prettiest and best in its class. I drove the 2.0 GSI for a while it has lovely sportiness in it while still keep that long distance comfort. Loved it and actually attempt to buy one for myself.
sorry to be off topic but does anybody know of a tool to log back into an Instagram account..?
I stupidly forgot the login password. I would appreciate any tricks you can offer me.
@Malik Cannon Instablaster ;)
@Karsyn Mayson i really appreciate your reply. I got to the site thru google and im trying it out atm.
Seems to take quite some time so I will get back to you later with my results.
@Karsyn Mayson it worked and I actually got access to my account again. Im so happy:D
Thanks so much you saved my account!
@Malik Cannon no problem =)
Single clutch auto? Are you sure?
I bought estate sport tourer automatic 2.0 170HP two days ago...
I bought the same last month...it’s a big car.
How much cost in indian rupee
What is the ground clearance of this car ?
Thank you for your comment. I’m not too sure of the ground clearance but the Country Tourer has an extra 20mm above the regular Estate.
Didnt give flexride enough props.. sport mode changes cornering alot.
Hi there NoName. It was a good car in sport mode but it's not that type of car. Granted I would've loved to have seen a VXR version released. Especially as this was the last GM car from Vauxhall.
Another good one....
Kim Ridgwell thank you very much for your comment.
1.6 ltr petrol ??
Shhheessh , talk about underpowered !!
At least the RSV & VXR versions of this in Australia were available with a 3.6 ltr V6 AWD with 9 speed auto !!
Much better than such a small engine trying to move a fairly hefty car !
Thank you for the comment. The 1.6 has a decent amount of poke for such a big car. Yes, here we have gone away from the larger engines but they still can pack a punch and return decent economy.
@@AutoBears
Hmm ...... yes , if you're in a Toyota Corolla sized car perhaps !
A engine that size in a car that big is just a bit too small really . It must be revving it's proverbial tit's off to carry 4 adults and luggage and do 100km per/hr up a steep hill !!
In a scenario such as that fuel economy would be atrocious !
😣😣
The car is about 200 kilograms lighter then the previous generation, and 200 bhp and 280 NM of torque just above idling speed - not that much ago that amount of torque was 3.0 diesel engine category :) 8 sec to 100 kph is everything else but not underpowered :)
@@BenzinioB
Well , my wife and I drove her friends 4 cylinder Insignia and it is about on par with a four cylinder Camry . Adequate but NOT overly powerful !
My wifes V6 Insignia certainly runs rings around it , that's for sure !
I don't own one but I love this car. However past vx ownerships have not been great due to some really poor choices... basically using shit fiat parts for major components which had a history of failure
Best to get them second hand. A 3 year old is only 11k with the 2 litre Diesel engine.
Thank you for the comment. Yes, fleet cars will always be a better bet second hand and as this is a powerful petrol, it will be a rare find.
Auto Bears Thanks I’m hoping to go electric when my current insignia gets too old. Whilst the petrol is powerful, it’s only as quick as a ‘prestige’ 2 litre diesel like a bmw 520d which has similar performance figures.
Really nice but expensive
not really, equivalent Peugeot 508 GTLine sarting price is £2500 more. The current VXLine (B facelift) that you can buy is some £3000 more than the preface on this test due to added standard spec (matrix lights, full leather, massage and heated seats etc) - so was good value for money, and still is.
@@plbingham For me it is, im super lazy and this comment wasnt really that serious
That car does not sound quiet !!
Sounds very noisy inside compared to a Mondeo or superb.
Thank you for your comment. I felt the refinement levels were good in the Insignia. But the large alloys did present additional road noise compared to a less sporty trim.
What no rear wiper sorry I'm going to ford showroom 😲👍
Fantastic car, much better than the Škoda Superb which is totally uninteresting and ugly and uncomfortable to drive unlike the Insignia
The Insignia is a great car tp drive and I do think a better drivers car than the Superb. But the Superb does beat it for practicality.
@@AutoBears Ok, I agree, the Superb is more practical only in the trunk, but everything else is on the Insignia side at least I got that impression. And I also think the trunk space of the Insignia is big enough for everyday use. For me, the Insignia is a much better car 💪
Poke the Griffin 😂😂😂😂😂
BUT... Hello Hello Hello !!!
This car has absolutely... nothing... to do with PSA... there is no... connection and not a thing... from PSA in this one.
Any similarities are purely coincidental.
Feel free to read up on the subject a little more.
Why is it that they don't have frameless doors ? It's so boring
Don’t buy the most awful car I’ve ever owned
Well Robert, we will do our best to avoid your one.
I drove one as a courtesy car was a nice drive however I found the start stop feature annoying and didn't like the handbrake button. What was awful about it owning one in your opinion?
Stop lying they are awful