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{{short description|Compact executive car manufactured by Opel}}
{{Redirect|Chevrolet Vectra|the version of the car sold in Brazil from 2009 to 2011|Opel Astra|the Chevrolet Vectra D sold in Chile|Opel Insignia}}
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{{Infobox automobile
| name = Opel Vectra
| image = Opel Vectra C 2.2 Direkt front.JPG
| caption = Opel Vectra C ([[Facelift (automotive)|facelift]])
| manufacturer = [[Opel]] ([[General Motors]])
| aka = {{ubl
  | Chevrolet Vectra
  | Holden Vectra
  | [[Vauxhall Cavalier]] (1988–1995)
  | Vauxhall Vectra (1995–2008)
  }}
| production = October 1988 – June 2010<!--2010 is correct; still produced in Ireland until then-->
| class = [[Large family car]] ([[D-segment]])
| layout = [[Front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout|Front-engine, front-wheel-drive]]/[[four-wheel-drive]]
| predecessor = [[Opel Ascona]]<br />[[Vauxhall Cavalier]]<br />[[Holden Camira]] / [[Holden Apollo]] (Holden Vectra)
| successor = [[Opel Insignia]]
}}

The '''Opel Vectra''' is a [[mid-size car]] ([[large family car]]) that was engineered and produced by the German automaker [[Opel]] from 1988 until 2010. Available in [[Sedan (automobile)|saloon]], [[hatchback]]<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.parkers.co.uk/vauxhall/vectra/review/ |title=Vauxhall Vectra Hatchback (2005 - 2008) review |last=Ross |first=David |date=2019-06-06 |work=[[Parker's Car Guides]] |access-date=2022-04-09}}</ref> and [[Station wagon|estate]] (from [[model year]] 1997 onwards) body styles, the Vectra was also sold by the [[Vauxhall Motors|Vauxhall]] [[marque]] in the [[United Kingdom]] as the [[Vauxhall Cavalier]] from 1988 to 1995 and then as the '''Vauxhall Vectra''' from 1995 to 2008, and it was also sold by [[Holden]] in Australia as the '''Holden Vectra''', by [[Chevrolet]] in Latin America as the '''Chevrolet Vectra'''.

The Vectra was introduced in October 1988 as a replacement for the [[Opel Ascona]], and was itself replaced in November 2008 by the new [[Opel Insignia]], the nameplate spanning three generations and almost twenty-one years.

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== {{anchor|Vectra A}} Vectra A (1988–1995) ==
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Vectra A
| image = 1992 Opel Vectra A 1.8 (15497994005) (cropped).jpg
| aka = Chevrolet Vectra<br />Holden Vectra (New Zealand)<br />[[Vauxhall Cavalier]]
| production = October 1988 – October 1995
| assembly = {{ubl
  | Germany: [[Eisenach]]
  | Germany: [[Rüsselsheim]]
  | Belgium: [[Antwerp]]
  | Brazil: [[São Caetano do Sul]] (1993–1996)
  | [[Egypt]]: [[6th of October City]] ([[General Motors Egypt|GME]]; 1994–1996)<ref>{{cite web |author=Satyam |url=http://www.gmegypt.com/content_data/LAAM/ME/en/GBPME/999/EG/gm_history.html?cntryCd=EG |title=Welcome to GMArabia.com |publisher=Gmegypt.com |access-date=2 October 2010 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100809144456/http://www.gmegypt.com/content_data/LAAM/ME/en/GBPME/999/EG/gm_history.html?cntryCd=EG |archive-date=9 August 2010}}</ref>
  | England: [[Luton]]
  | Indonesia: [[Bekasi Regency|Bekasi]] ({{abbr|GMBI|General Motors Buana Indonesia}})<ref>{{Cite web |title=GM Bakal Buka Lagi Pabrik Perakitan di Pondok Ungu |url=https://oto.detik.com/berita/d-1063366/gm-bakal-buka-lagi-pabrik-perakitan-di-pondok-ungu |access-date=2022-06-14 |website=detikoto |language=id-ID}}</ref>
  | Turkey: [[Torbalı]], [[İzmir Province|İzmir]]<ref name=TV0291.16>{{cite magazine | ref = CC91 | title = Opel Vectra numera turkisk | trans-title = Opel Vectra is Turkish nowadays | language = sv | magazine = [[Teknikens Värld]] | publisher = Specialtidningsförlaget AB | location = Stockholm, Sweden | pages = 16–17 | date = 1991-01-24 | issue = 2 | volume = 43 | editor-first = Claes | editor-last = Johansson }}</ref>
  | Venezuela: [[Caracas]] (General Motors Valencia)
  | Yugoslavia: [[Kikinda]] ([[IDA-Opel]])
  }}
| designer = [[Wayne Cherry]]
| body_style = 4-door [[notchback]] [[sedan (automobile)|saloon]]<br />5-door [[hatchback]]
| platform = [[GM2900 platform]]
| related = [[Opel Calibra]]<br />[[Saab 900|Saab 900 (NG)]]
| layout = 
| engine = {{ubl
  | '''[[Petrol engine|Petrol]]:'''
  | 1.4&nbsp;L ''[[14NV]]'' [[Straight-four engine|I4]]
  | 1.6&nbsp;L ''[[C16NZ]]/[[E16NZ]]/[[16SV]]/[[Opel Family 1 engine#1.6|16LZ2]]/[[X16SZ]]'' I4
  | 1.8&nbsp;L ''[[18SV]]/[[C18SV]]/[[E18NVR]]/[[C18NZ]]'' I4
  | 2.0&nbsp;L ''[[20NE]]/[[C20NE]]/[[20SEH]]'' I4
  | 2.0&nbsp;L ''[[20XE]]/[[C20XE]]'' [[DOHC]] [[Multi-valve|16V]] I4
  | 2.0&nbsp;L ''[[C20LET]]'' DOHC 16V [[Turbocharger|turbo]] I4
  | 2.2&nbsp;L ''[[GM Family II engine#C22NE|C22NE]]'' I4 (Brazil){{cn|date=November 2024}}
  | 2.5&nbsp;L ''[[C25XE]]'' [[V6 engine|V6]]
  | '''[[Diesel engine|Diesel]]:'''
  | 1686&nbsp;cc ''[[List of Isuzu engines#4EE1|4EE1]]'' turbo I4
  | 1700&nbsp;cc ''[[17D]]/[[17DR]]'' I4
  }}
| transmission = 5-speed [[Manual transmission|manual]] (F10/5, F13/5, F16/5, F20/5)<br />6-speed [[Getrag]] manual<br />(F28/6)<br />4-speed [[Automatic transmission|automatic]]
| wheelbase = {{convert|2600|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| length = {{convert|4430|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (saloon)<br /> {{convert|4350|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (hatch)
| width = {{convert|1700|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| height = {{convert|1400|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| weight = {{convert|997|-|1199|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}} (4-cyl petrols)
| caption = (Pre-facelift)
}}{{Multiple image
| direction         = vertical
| image1            = Opel Vectra 1.6i (cropped).jpg
| caption1          = Saloon (pre-facelift)
| image2            = Opel Vectra A hatchback.jpg
| caption2          = Hatchback (pre-facelift)
| align             = left
}}
The first generation Vectra, known as the Vectra A, was introduced in October 1988 for the 1989 model year, as a four-door [[notchback]] [[sedan (car)|saloon]], replacing the [[Opel Ascona]] C. A five-door [[hatchback]] version arrived in March 1989, and a [[coupé]] based on the Vectra, called the [[Opel Calibra|Calibra]], was introduced in the end of that year. Both cars were designed by [[Wayne Cherry]], Opel’s design chief at the time. The Vectra name was coined by [[Manfred Gotta]].

Vauxhall Motors, the British GM subsidiary that shared most of its models with Opel, did not use the "Vectra" model name - opting instead to continue the use of the Cavalier nameplate - effectively making the Vectra A a third-generation Cavalier when carrying Vauxhall branding. It was not until the introduction of the Vectra B into the United Kingdom in October 1995 that the Cavalier name was retired in favour of Vectra. However, [[left hand drive]] Opel Vectras were produced at Vauxhall's [[Luton]] plant for export to other European countries.<ref name="EIU">[https://books.google.com/books?id=KNITAQAAMAAJ&q=%22Left+hand+drive+Opel+Vectras%22 ''European Motor Business''], Issues 24-27, Economist Intelligence Unit, 1991, page 102</ref>

The 1989 Vectra came in Base, LS, GL, GLS, CD, and GT models, its sister model was the third-generation [[Vauxhall Cavalier Mark III|Cavalier]]. Engines ranged initially from a {{cvt|75|PS|kW|0}} 1.4&nbsp;L to a {{cvt|130|PS|kW|0}} 2.0&nbsp;L [[GM Family II engine|Family II]]. The top-of-the-line Vectra 2000 16V arrived in September 1989. Its sixteen valve version of the 2.0&nbsp;L engine produces {{cvt|150|PS|kW|0}} and was only available with the sedan bodywork, with available four-wheel drive.

The sixteen-valve engine also appeared in GT (GSi in some markets) models after the facelift, now mainly as a hatchback. Two [[four-wheel drive]] versions were added to the lineup in January 1989, with either of the 2-litre engines, and in September 1992 the car received a limited edition [[Turbocharger|turbocharged]] version with {{cvt|204|PS|kW|0}}. In {{F1|1994}}, the 4x4 turbo version of the Vectra was used as the [[Safety Car#Formula One|Safety Car]] in [[Formula One]].

Most notably, it was deployed at the [[1994 San Marino Grand Prix|San Marino Grand Prix]].

The 1.4-litre engine was not available in all markets, and even then, it was generally only available in basic trims (Base/L in United Kingdom, LS/GL in Europe). In markets as Italy, where smaller engines were favored by the taxation system, a better equipped 1.4 GLS was also offered.<ref name="QR0189">{{cite magazine | magazine = Quattroruote | ref = crescono | title = Per lei ci vuole il "duemila" | trans-title = For her, it takes two-thousand | language = it | date = January 1989 | volume = 34 | issue = 399 | publisher = Editoriale Domus | location = Milan, Italy | first = Guido | last = Costantini | page = 117 }}</ref> With the introduction of [[Euro I]] emissions regulations, the carburetted 1.4&nbsp;L engine was replaced by a fuel injected 1.6&nbsp;L engine with the same output for most markets.

A 2.5&nbsp;L [[V6 engine]] appeared towards the later stages of the Vectra's life, developing 170 PS (125&nbsp;kW), turning the car into a relaxed motorway cruiser rather than giving it sporty pretensions. There were a choice of two [[diesel engine]]s; one was an [[Isuzu]] 1.7&nbsp;L [[List of Isuzu engines#4EE1|4EE1]] [[Inline-four engine|inline-four]] unit, in both naturally aspirated and turbocharged form (1686&nbsp;cc), this one capable of achieving {{cvt|82|PS|kW|0}}, and an Opel designed 1.7 "low blow" [[turbodiesel]] (1699&nbsp;cc), and naturally aspirated diesel unit, delivering {{cvt|57|to|60|PS|kW|0}}.

The front [[suspension (vehicle)|suspension]] was fully [[Independent suspension|independent]], with [[MacPherson strut]]s, pressed steel lower control arms, and an [[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]] 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, 4x4 and Turbo models, 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. [[Steering]] gear is a [[rack and pinion]]-type (manual or power assisted, depending on model), mounted on the [[bulkhead (partition)|bulkhead]] ([[firewall (construction)|firewall]]), with a telescopically deformable [[steering column]].

===Facelift (1992)===
The Vectra also received a refresh in September 1992.<ref>{{cite web | last = Aucock | first = Richard |date=August 2006 | url = http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/carreviews/usedcartests/202257/vauxhall_vectra.html | title = Vauxhall Vectra | work = Auto Express | publisher = Dennis Publishing | access-date = 14 March 2009}}</ref> The range received new front grilles and a black plastic strip above the rear taillamps, along with an upgrade to the structure for improved [[crashworthiness]]. [[Airbag]]s became available onwards from 1993.


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1994 Opel Vectra hatchback 1.6i (51238557630) (2).jpg|Hatchback (facelift)
1995 Opel Vectra 1.8i GLS (cropped).jpg|Saloon (facelift)
Opel Vectra 1.8i Hatchback (2).jpg|Hatchback (facelift)
</gallery>

In New Zealand, the Vectra A was offered initially as an Opel between 1989 and 1994, but it wore [[Holden]] badges between 1994 and 1996 until the introduction of the Vectra B. It was not sold in Australia, where Holden instead offered a [[rebranding (automobile)|rebadged]] [[Toyota Camry]] called [[Holden Apollo|Apollo]] until 1997. In Japan, the Vectra (and [[Opel Omega|Omega]]) were the first Opels to be distributed by Isuzu Motors Ltd. rather than long standing importer Toho Motors (東邦モーターズ), beginning in July 1989.<ref name="Wards90">{{cite book | ref = WYB90 | title=Ward's Automotive Yearbook 1990 | publisher = Ward's Communications, Inc | location = Detroit, MI | editor-last1 = Stark | editor-first1 = Harry A. | editor-last2 = Bush | editor-first2 = James W. | volume = 52 | date = 1990 | page = 284 | isbn = ((0910589010)) }}</ref>

In [[Egypt]], the Opel Vectra A was not introduced until 1994 through GM Egypt dealerships, and started production in the end of 1994 by GM Egypt through the beginning of 1996, with a range of 1.6 GL, 2.0 GL trim and 2.0 GLS trim and only Saloon body style boosting strong sales during this short run. This was similar to the [[Opel Kadett]].

===Chevrolet Vectra (Brazil)===
In Brazil, the Chevrolet badged Vectra A was not introduced until 1993, when it replaced the top versions of [[Opel Ascona C|Chevrolet Monza]], a restyled version of the Ascona C. The first Brazilian model had two engine options: [[GM Family II engine#2.0|2.0 8 valve]], for the GLS and CD versions and the [[GM Family II engine#C20XE|2.0 16 valve]] with 150&nbsp;hp imported from Germany, the later only available for the GSI version. The assembly of the Vectra A goes until 1996, when the Vectra B was launched. Its production was made from CKD.

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1992 Vauxhall Cavalier Automatic 1.6.jpg|[[Vauxhall Cavalier]] (pre-facelift)
1995 Holden Vectra 2.0 GLS.jpg|Holden Vectra (facelift)
</gallery>

=== Engines ===
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center; font-size:91%;"
|-
! Engine model
! Displ.
! Power
! Torque
! Fueling system
! Valvetrain
! Top speed
|-
| style="text-align:left;"| 14NV
| '''1.4 L'''
| {{convert|55|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}} at 5,600 rpm
| {{convert|108|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 3,000 rpm
| Carburettor
| SOHC
| {{convert|176|km/h|mph|abbr=on}}
|-
| style="text-align:left;"| 16SV
| '''1.6 L'''
| {{convert|60|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}} at 5,200 rpm
| {{convert|130|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 2,600 rpm
| Carburettor
| SOHC
| {{convert|178|km/h|mph|abbr=on}}
|-
| style="text-align:left;"| C16NZ(2)
| '''1.6 L'''
| {{convert|55|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}} at 5,200 rpm
| {{convert|127|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 2,600 rpm
| SPFI
| SOHC
| {{convert|176|km/h|mph|abbr=on}}
|-
| style="text-align:left;"| E16NZ
| '''1.6 L'''
| {{convert|55|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}} at 5,200 rpm
| {{convert|125|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 2,600 rpm
| SPFI
| SOHC
| {{convert|176|km/h|mph|abbr=on}}
|-
| style="text-align:left;"| X16SZR
| '''1.6 L'''
| {{convert|52|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}} at 5,000 rpm
| {{convert|128|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 2,800 rpm
| SPFI
| SOHC
| {{convert|176|km/h|mph|abbr=on}}
|-
| style="text-align:left;"| 18SV
| '''1.8 L''' 
| {{convert|66|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}} at 5,400 rpm
| {{convert|148|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 2,800 rpm
| Carburettor
| SOHC
| {{convert|183|km/h|mph|abbr=on}}
|-
| style="text-align:left;"| E18NVR
| '''1.8 L'''
| {{convert|65|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}} at 5,400 rpm
| {{convert|143|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 2,800 rpm
| Carburettor
| SOHC
| {{convert|182|km/h|mph|abbr=on}}
|-
| style="text-align:left;"| C18NZ
| '''1.8 L'''
| {{convert|66|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}} at 5,400 rpm
| {{convert|145|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 3,000 rpm
| SPFI
| SOHC
| {{convert|183|km/h|mph|abbr=on}}
|-
| style="text-align:left;"| C20NEF
| '''2.0 L'''
| {{convert|74|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}} at 5,200 rpm
| {{convert|158|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 2,600 rpm
| MPFI
| SOHC
| &nbsp;
|-
| style="text-align:left;"| 20NE
| '''2.0 L'''
| {{convert|85|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}} at 5,200 rpm
| {{convert|175|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 2,600 rpm
| MPFI
| SOHC
| {{convert|198|km/h|mph|abbr=on}}
|-
| style="text-align:left;"| C20NE
| '''2.0 L'''
| {{convert|85|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}} at 5,200 rpm
| {{convert|170|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 2,600 rpm
| MPFI
| SOHC
| {{convert|198|km/h|mph|abbr=on}}
|-
| style="text-align:left;"| 20SEH
| '''2.0 L'''
| {{convert|95|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}} at 5,600 rpm
| {{convert|180|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 4,600 rpm
| MPFI
| SOHC
| {{convert|206|km/h|mph|abbr=on}}
|-
|style="text-align:left;"| 22NE
| '''2.2 L'''{{cn|date=November 2024}}
| {{convert|103|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}} at 5,200 rpm
| {{convert|207|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 2,600 rpm
| MPFI
| SOHC
| {{convert|202|km/h|mph|abbr=on}}
|-
| style="text-align:left;"| 20XEJ
| '''2.0 L'''
| {{convert|110|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}} at 6,000 rpm
| {{convert|196|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 4,800 rpm
| MPFI
| DOHC
| {{convert|217|km/h|mph|abbr=on}}
|-
| style="text-align:left;"| C20XE
| '''2.0 L'''
| {{convert|110|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}} at 6,000 rpm
| {{convert|196|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 4,800 rpm
| MPFI
| DOHC
| {{convert|217|km/h|mph|abbr=on}}
|-
| style="text-align:left;"| X20XEV
| '''2.0 L'''
| {{convert|100|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}} at 5,600 rpm
| {{convert|185|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 4,000 rpm
| MPFI
| DOHC
| {{convert|210|km/h|mph|abbr=on}}
|-
| style="text-align:left;"| C20LET
| '''2.0 L'''
| {{convert|150|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}} at 5,600 rpm
| {{convert|280|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 2,400 rpm
| MPFI, [[Turbocharger|Turbo]]
| DOHC
| {{convert|245|km/h|mph|abbr=on}}
|-
| style="text-align:left;"| C25XE
| '''2.5 L'''
| {{convert|125|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}} at 6,000 rpm
| {{convert|227|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 4,200 rpm
| MPFI
| DOHC
| {{convert|233|km/h|mph|abbr=on}}
|-
| style="text-align:left;"| 17D
| '''1.7 L'''
| {{cvt|57|PS|kW PS hp|0|order=out}} at 4,600 rpm<br />{{cvt|60|PS|kW PS hp|0|order=out}} at 4,600 rpm
| {{convert|105|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 2,400–2,600 rpm
| Bosch injection pump
| SOHC
| {{convert|152|km/h|mph|abbr=on}}
|-
| style="text-align:left;"| 17DR
| '''1.7 L'''
| {{convert|44|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}} at 4,600 rpm
| {{convert|105|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 2,400–2,600 rpm
| Bosch injection pump
| SOHC
| {{convert|152|km/h|mph|abbr=on}}
|-
| style="text-align:left;"| TC4EE1
| '''1.7 L'''
| {{convert|60|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}} at 4,400 rpm
| {{convert|168|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 2,400 rpm
| Bosch injection pump
| SOHC
| {{convert|176|km/h|mph|abbr=on}}
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== {{anchor|B|Vectra B}} Vectra B (1995–2002) ==
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Vectra B
| image = Opel Vectra (13033887374) (2).jpg
| aka = Chevrolet Vectra<br />Holden Vectra<br />Vauxhall Vectra
| production = October 1995 – March 2002
| assembly = Australia (1998–1999): [[Elizabeth, South Australia|Elizabeth, S.A.]] (GM-Holden Elizabeth)<br /> Belgium: [[Antwerp]] (Opel Antwerp plant)<br /> Brazil (1996–2005): [[São Caetano do Sul]] (GM em São Caetano)<br /> [[Egypt]] (1998–2005): [[6th of October City]] ([[General Motors Egypt|GME]])<br />  England: [[Luton]] (Luton car assembly plant)<br /> Germany: [[Rüsselsheim]]<br /> Taiwan (1997–2000): [[Xinzhuang District]] (Chinese Automobile Co., Ltd.)<br /> Turkey (1996–2002): Torbalı, [[İzmir]] (GM Türkiye Ltd.)
| body_style = 4-door saloon<br />5-door hatchback<br />5-door estate
| platform = [[GM2900 platform]]
| wheelbase = {{cvt|2640|mm|in|1}}
| length = {{cvt|4480|mm|in|1}} (saloon/hatchback)<br />{{cvt|4490|mm|in|1}} (estate)
| width = {{cvt|1710|mm|in|1}}
| height = {{cvt|1420|mm|in|1}}
| weight = {{cvt|1270|–|1325|kg|lb|0}}
| related = [[Saturn L-Series]]<br />[[Saab 9-5|Saab 9-5  (first generation)]]
| engine = {{unbulleted list
  | '''[[Petrol engine|Petrol]]:'''
  | 1.6 L ''16LZ2'' [[Straight-four engine|I4]]
  | 1.6 L ''X16SZR'' I4
  | 1.6 L ''[[GM Family 1 engine#Ecotec|X16XEL]]'' I4
  | 1.8 L ''[[GM Family 1 engine#Ecotec|X18XE]]'' I4
  | 2.0 L ''20NEJ'' I4
  | 2.0 L ''[[X20XEV]]'' I4
  | 2.2 L ''C22SEL'' I4
  | 2.2 L ''[[GM Ecotec engine#L61|Z22SE]]'' I4
  | 2.5 L ''[[General Motors 54° V6 engine#2.5|X25XE/XEI]]'' [[V6 engine|V6]]
  | 2.6 L ''[[General Motors 54° V6 engine#2.6|Y26SE]]'' V6
  | '''[[Diesel engine|Diesel]]:'''
  | 1.7 L ''[[Circle L engine|Circle L]]'' I4
  | 2.0 L DTi I4
  | 2.2 L DTi I4
}}
| transmission = 4-speed automatic<br />5-speed manual
| caption = Pre-facelift
}}{{Multiple image
| direction         = vertical
| image1            = 1999 Holden Vectra (JS) CD sedan (2015-05-28).jpg
| caption1          = Saloon (Holden Vectra)
| image2            = 1998 Vauxhall Vectra 1.8 16v GLS (cropped).jpg
| caption2          = Hatchback (Vauxhall Vectra)
| align             = left
| image3            = Vauxhall Vectra LS 1.8-16V Estate (1997).jpg
| caption3          = Estate (Vauxhall Vectra)
| header            = Pre-facelift
}}
The second model, the '''Vectra B''', was introduced in October 1995 for the 1996 model year, at the [[Frankfurt Motor Show#1995|Frankfurt Motor Show]], and the model range came to include an [[Station wagon|estate]] version for the first time. This model replaced the [[Vauxhall Cavalier]] in the United Kingdom. The five-door [[station wagon|estate]] version premiered in September 1996, with the tagline '''‘One step ahead of the Mob’'''.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.campaignlive.co.uk/article/week-vauxhall-launching-estate-version-its-vectra/53520|title=THIS WEEK: Vauxhall is launching the estate version of its Vectra ...|publisher=www.campaignlive.co.uk|date=7 November 1996|access-date=7 December 2017}}</ref>

The Vauxhall badged Vectra B was the last Vauxhall to be produced at the company's Luton plant, where the end of automobile production was announced in December 2000, taking effect just over a year later. Car production at the site finished in March 2002,<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.theguardian.com/business/2002/mar/22/carindustry.motoring1|title=Vauxhall ends Luton production|publisher=Guardian News & Media Limited |date=21 March 2002|access-date=21 July 2022}}</ref> although production of commercial vehicles continued.<ref>[http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/why-general-motors-keeping-its-faith-vauxhalls-luton-plant Why General Motors is keeping its faith in Vauxhall's Luton plant], ''[[Autocar (magazine)|Autocar]]'', 25 August 2014</ref>

Engines started from the {{cvt|75|PS|kW|0}} 1.6&nbsp;L, [[GM Family 1 engine|Family 1]] but eventually the 8-valve engines were all replaced by 16-valve powerplants. The 2.0&nbsp;L Family II engine, with {{cvt|136|PS|kW|0}} was developed as a basis for [[touring car racing]] (later in Australia, 2.2 L 108&nbsp;kW), but the top of the line was a 2.5&nbsp;L [[V6]] with {{cvt|170|PS|kW|0}}.

Diesel power came once again from Isuzu, with 1.7 liters and {{cvt|82|PS|kW|0}}, also a 2.0 L Ecotec with either {{cvt|82|or|101|PS|kW|0}} and 2.2 L Ecotec with {{cvt|125|PS|kW|0}}. In 2001, the all new 2.2 L petrol engine, as carried over to the Vectra C, was introduced with the 2.5 L petrol in its last incarnation being upgraded to a 2.6 L to accommodate emissions improvements. In April 1999, the Vectra was updated, receiving a mildly modified body (that can be identified by the single piece headlight units and body coloured bumpers) together with somewhat improved handling and better equipment.

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| direction         = vertical
| image1            = Opel Vectra B 2.0 TDI EcoTec 16V '99 (4) (cropped).jpg
| caption1          = Hatchback (facelift)
| image2            = Opel Vectra B 2.0 TDI EcoTec 16V '99 (6) (cropped).jpg
| caption2          = Hatchback (facelift)
| align             = left
| image3            = 1999 Holden Vectra (JS II) GL Olympic Edition sedan (2015-06-18) 02.jpg
| caption3          = Sedan (Holden Vectra)
| image4            = 2001 Vauxhall Vectra SRI 130 DTi 2.2 Rear.jpg
| caption4          = Estate (Vauxhall Vectra)
| header            = Facelift
}}

Sporting limited edition models included the touring car championship inspired i500, ST200, Super Touring and GSi. The first model was developed in Germany by Opel Motorsport, with the V6 engine's power increased to {{cvt|195|PS|kW|0}}. 

The ST200 was a limited run car development and built by MSD in Milton Keynes with upgrades over the GSI including AP Racing 4 Pot Calipers and 325mm discs, AP Racing Suretrac LSD, lower final drive, KONI suspension, Speedline wheels and Recaro seat. Power was increased to {{cvt|200|PS|kW|0}}. Only 38 ST200s were produced.

The ST200 was based on the GSI which was also developed by MSD.

The Supertouring was a limited edition trim level based on the Vectra SRi. It was available in only three colours - white, black or red. Two engines were offered - the 2.0 16v with {{cvt|136|PS|kW|0}} or the {{cvt|170|PS|kW|0}} 2.5 V6, with an Irmscher sports exhaust system and white 16-inch alloys and GSi front bumpers. 

Only 3,900 2.5 GSi models were ever produced, mostly in saloon and hatchback guise. With only 317 estate versions produced during this time, they became one of the rarest production Vauxhalls ever.

On the 2001 and 2002 model years, a last of the line 2.6 GSi was made also but these were limited to five hundred cars. These were again mostly saloons and hatchbacks, however 37 estates were made. These end of production models received a host of upgrades, including Xenon headlamps and larger front brakes.

In October 2013, ''[[Top Gear (magazine)|Top Gear]]'' magazine placed the 1995 Vectra on its list of ''The 13 Worst Cars Of The Last 20 Years'', describing the car as "so mediocre that [[Jeremy Clarkson]] refused to drive it."<ref>{{cite magazine |url=http://www.topgear.com/uk/photos/The-13-worst-cars-of-the-last-20-years-2013-10-30 |title=The 13 Worst Cars of the Last 20 Years |magazine=[[Top Gear (magazine)|Top Gear magazine]] |date=31 October 2013 |access-date=12 October 2014}}</ref>

Production of the Vectra B ended in March 2002.

===International production===

;Egypt
In [[Egypt]], the production of the Opel Vectra B commenced during 1996 with two models, initially in GLS trim with a 1.6-litre, 8v engine and a manual transmission, or in CD trim with a 8-valve, 2.0-litre with [[automatic transmission]].

Later in 2000, the revised model was produced with three models: 1.6 (8v) GLS with [[manual transmission]], later replaced by the 1.6 16v GLS trim with automatic transmission, 2.0 16v CD with automatic transmission, and a 2.0 CDX trim (also automatic). Only the saloon body style was offered. In 2002, local production of the Opel Vectra ceased in favour of the Corsa saloon and Astra saloon.

;North America
A related model sold in North America was the [[Saturn L-Series]], introduced in 2000, but dropped from the line up in 2005. It was replaced by the 2007 [[Saturn Aura]], which was built around [[GM Epsilon platform|GM's Epsilon architecture]], shared with the Vectra C.

;South America
The release of the second generation of the Chevrolet Vectra happened at the same time that the [[Championship Auto Racing Teams|IndyCar]] series in Brazil, GM made a deal to use the Vectra as a Medical and Safety car for the race. The Vectra B came with the already available 2.0 8-valve engine with {{cvt|110|PS|kW|0}} on the GL and GLS versions and a national version of the previously 2.0 16 valve with {{cvt|136|PS|kW|0}} for the CD version.

In 1998, GM introduced a new, torquier 2.2-litre 8 valve engine with {{cvt|123|PS|kW|0}} for the GL and GLS, and a 16 valve version of the same with {{cvt|138|PS|kW|0}} and {{cvt|207|Nm|lbft|0}} for the CD version.

A facelift was done for the 2000 models, just like the European version. Production ran until 2005, when it was replaced by the new generation Vectra, based on the [[Opel Astra H]] Sedan. The Vectra was only offered in a 4-door saloon body in both generations (A & B).

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File:2001 Vauxhall Vectra Club 1.8 Front.jpg|Vauxhall Vectra (United Kingdom)
File:2002 Holden Vectra (JS II) CD 2.2 hatchback (22543845464).jpg|Holden Vectra (Australia and New Zealand)
File:Chevrolet Vectra 1.8 2000 (11013228653) (cropped).jpg|Chevrolet Vectra (South America)
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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.

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| 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&nbsp;km/h (155&nbsp;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.

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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>
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==Chevrolet Vectra D (2009–2012)==
{{Main |Opel Insignia A}}
[[File:Chevrolet Vectra 2.0 Turbo.jpg|thumb|2009 Chevrolet Vectra (Chile)]]
The Chevrolet Vectra D is the rebadged [[Opel Insignia]] available only in the Chilean market. It is a very rare model of Chevrolet in [[Chile]], with not many found. In June 2013, it was renamed the Opel Insignia along with a facelift, as the Chevrolet brand was being phased out in that market. In February 2017, Opel was sold to the [[Groupe PSA|PSA Group]].
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== Motorsport ==
[[File:Opel-VectraDTM-2005-Frentzen.jpg|thumb|left|Opel Vectra C, built to the DTM rules]]

===Vauxhall Vectra Challenge===

From 1997 to 1999, a one-make series for the Vectra B ran in the UK as the Vauxhall Vectra SRI V6 Challenge.<ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.vectrachallenge.com/id1.html | title=History }}</ref>

A novelty of the series was the Celebrity Car.<ref>{{Cite web| title=Vauxhall Vectra | url=http://www.vectrachallenge.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/VectraChallengeSt200Pic.jpg | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150329141410/http://www.vectrachallenge.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/VectraChallengeSt200Pic.jpg | archive-date=2015-03-29}}</ref> In 1997, this was driven by drivers such as [[Tiff Needell]] at [[Brands Hatch]]<ref>{{cite web | url=https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=-a1TSxPaS8s&pp=ygUVVmVjdHJhIGNoYWxsZW5nZSAxOTk3 | title=Vitória de Nonô Figueiredo em Brands Hatch - Temporada 1997 - Vectra Challenge | website=[[YouTube]] | date=29 July 2020 }}</ref> and [[Louise Aitken-Walker]] at [[Knockhill]].<ref>{{Cite web | title=vauxhall vectra challenge | url=https://www.cavalierandchevetteclub.com/vauxhall%20vectra%20challenge.htm | access-date=2025-06-01 | website=www.cavalierandchevetteclub.com}}</ref>

In 1998 and 1999, the series was a support event for the [[British Touring Car Championship]].<ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.vectrachallenge.com/id16.html | title=Vectra Challenge Championship Results 1997-99 }}</ref> Many drivers to compete in this series would go on to race or had previously raced in the BTCC.

====The LPG Vectra====

The series was one of the first to experiment with alternative fuels in UK Motorsport with Mark Ticehurst driving a [[Liquefied petroleum gas|Liquified Petroleum Gas]]-powered entry in the 1999 Season.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.theargus.co.uk/news/5166913.burgess-hill-driver-mark-ticehurst-has-been-handed-a-touring-car-test-drive-by-vauxhall/ | title=BURGESS HILL driver Mark Ticehurst has been handed a touring car test drive by Vauxhall | date=27 September 1999 }}</ref><ref>{{cite web | url=https://eemsonline.co.uk/altfuels | title=Introduction }}</ref> Ticehurst scored four wins in the car and would have been Champion had he been eligible for points.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.insidemazda.co.uk/2013/05/10/britcar-production-sportscar-series-meet-the-drivers/ | title=Britcar Production Sportscar Series: Meet the Drivers &#124; Inside Mazda }}</ref><ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.wirralglobe.co.uk/news/7432817.historic-vectra-victory/ | title=Historic Vectra Victory | date=28 April 1999 }}</ref> There were plans for Ticehurst to move up to the BTCC with this car for the 2000 Season but this never materialised.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://1990sbtcc.com/2019/08/06/btcc-super-tourings-paddock-whispers/ | title=BTCC Super Touring's Paddock Whispers | date=6 August 2019 }}</ref><ref>{{cite web | url=https://tentenths.com/forum/showthread.php?p=262166#post262166 | title=The Unusual Vectra - TenTenths Motorsport Forum }}</ref>

===Touring Car Racing===

The Vectra was used in several [[touring car racing]] series.

In the 1990s and the early 2000s the Vectra B [[Super Touring]] took part in the [[British Touring Car Championship]], the [[Asia-Pacific Touring Car Championship]], the German [[Super Tourenwagen Cup]], the [[Australian Super Touring Championship]], the [[Japanese Touring Car Championship]], the [[Italian Superturismo Championship]], the [[French Supertouring Championship]] and the [[Swedish Touring Car Championship]].

[[Uwe Alzen]] was third in Super Tourenwagen Cup in 1997 and 1998, and second in 1999; John Henderson was runner up in the [[2000 Australian Super Touring Championship]]; [[John Cleland (racing driver)|John Cleland]] was British Touring Car Champion in [[1995 British Touring Car Championship|1995]] and finished third in 1992 and fourth in 1993 and 1994; [[Yvan Muller]] was sixth in the 1999 British Touring Car Championship and fourth in 2000; and Nicklas Karlsson was third in the 2002 Swedish Touring Car Championship.
[[File:Fabrizio Giovanardi Vauxhall 2007 (crop).JPG|thumb|[[BTCC]] Vauxhall Vectra built to [[Super 2000|S2000]] regulations.]]

====The BTC Touring Vectra====

A prototype Vectra C was built to the [[BTC Touring]] specifications in 2003 by [[Triple Eight Race Engineering (United Kingdom)|Triple Eight Race Engineering]], with the view to using it in the [[2004 British Touring Car Championship|2004 BTCC]], but it was never raced, despite being shown publicly at the 2004 [[Birmingham Motor Show]] as the 'Vectra Diesel Concept'.<ref>Autosport magazine feature 25 January 2007 'Tin-Tops That Never Raced'</ref> The car got as far as a test at [[Albacete]] but proved less competitive than the Astra Coupe.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.touringcarregister.com/register/220/ | title=BTCT : Vauxhall Vectra Unknown }}</ref> The car appeared at the Autosport International Show in January 2007, disguised as the Super 2000 version that would make its BTCC debut that year.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.carenthusiast.com/news/article/1772/Vauxhall/2007-Vauxhall-Vectra+BTCC/BTCC+Vectra+ready+to+race.html | title=VX Racing's new car for BTCC ready to go &#124; News &#124; Vauxhall &#124; by Car Enthusiast }}</ref>

====The Super 2000 Vectra====

After being replaced by the Astra H in the British Touring Car Championship, the Vectra C was introduced in 2007. [[Fabrizio Giovanardi]] was champion in 2007 and 2008. [[VX Racing]] competed in the season of 2009, with three Vectras, driven by Giovanardi, [[Matt Neal]] and [[Andrew Jordan (racing driver)|Andrew Jordan]].

====Silhouette Racing====

The Vectra has been used as a [[silhouette racing car]]: in the [[Stock Car Brasil]] in 2000 to 2003 (it was the champion for four seasons) and 2009, in the Argentine [[Top Race V6]] since 2005 ([[Guillermo Ortelli]] was 2005 champion), and in the [[Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters]] in 2004 and 2005, with little success.

====The Vectra Safety Car====

In 1994, a Vectra A was the official [[Formula 1]] [[Safety Car|safety car]] during the [[1994 San Marino Grand Prix]] driven by [[Max Angelelli]] at the time and was in front of [[Ayrton Senna]] for 5 laps before he [[Death of Ayrton Senna|crashed into Tamburello on lap 7]]. 
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== References ==
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