Is Opel Insignia discontinued?
The current generation of the Insignia was unveiled back in 2016 and received a facelift in 2019. It is the only remaining model in Opel/Vauxhall range developed prior to Opel’s merger with PSA Group. It is a sibling with the Holden Commodore (Australia) and Buick Regal (US), both of which are discontinued.
What engine is in the Vauxhall Insignia?
The new Insignia engine range features three- and four-cylinder units, beginning with a 1.4-litre (145hp) petrol engine and a 1.5-litre (122hp) diesel. The three-cylinder engines are up to 50kg lighter than their predecessors in the outgoing model.
Are insignias fast?
The Insignia is also treated to Vauxhall’s latest 1.6-litre ‘Whisper’ diesel engine. A 10.9-second 0-62mph time won’t set anyone’s hair alight, but it’s a decent enough performer. Its top speed is 130mph and it’ll provide the best blend of performance and economy for most drivers.
Is there a new Insignia coming out?
The next-generation Insignia is not coming until 2024 but AutoExpress already has early details to share about the future of the nameplate.
Is insignia expensive to maintain?
The Insignia Grand Sport doesn’t qualify for fixed-price servicing, but Vauxhall maintenance costs aren’t known for being particularly costly, so you shouldn’t have any worries here. Insurance costs should be reasonable due to the safety kit fitted as standard.
What kind of suspension does the Opel Insignia have?
Also standard is an electronic limited slip differential for the rear wheels and Opel’s FlexRide adaptive suspension, which has three settings (OPC, Sport, and Normal). An OPC version of the Insignia Sports Tourer wagon has also been unveiled and is currently on sale.
Is there an OPC version of the Opel Insignia country tourer?
An OPC version of the Insignia Sports Tourer wagon has also been unveiled and is currently on sale. In April 2011, Opel launched the Insignia OPC Unlimited, with no speed limiter. The Opel Insignia Country Tourer made its world premiere at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2013 as a crossover-styled station wagon .
What happened to the second generation Opel Insignia?
From February 2018, the second generation Insignia was sold under the name of the Commodore (ZB) until 2020, when it was discontinued. The Insignia is produced in Opel’s plant in Rüsselsheim, Germany. In December 2006, What Car? announced that Vauxhall was to ditch the Vectra nameplate from the previous model.
Is the Opel Insignia a good car?
The Insignia was voted 2009 European Car of the Year. The Insignia scored a five star rating in EuroNCAP. In 2011, German institute DEKRA gave Opel an award for the Insignia as a car with the fewest flaws in its class.