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Author I have an Insignia VXR - pics and brief write up
ed
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315bhp 2.8 Twin Scroll Turbo 4WD.
You misunderstood. I was just thinking that it's a bit strange it being a 4x4.
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does it use haldex ?


I thought that was a volkswagen invention Jimbo.
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Why is it a 4x4?


Indeed. Should be RWD. Imagine the fun.
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It is similar to Haldex but a much better split.
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Looks much better in white btw.

http://www.dieselstation.com/pics/2010-Vauxhall-Insignia-VXR-car-walls.jpg


That's what they use on the billboards in town. Look much meaner from the front.


When you getting a shot at the new Astra then Byron? Looking forward to seeing that review .


Already had a mk6 astra. Been to the uk launch and what not. Not had an opportunity to whip one away for a few days as yet.
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It is similar to Haldex but a much better split.


hmmm, i still reckon it will be a safe 85/15 split or something horrid
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does it use haldex ? if so thats why its understeers


haldex is shite

worst thing they could ever do if this is true
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I need to check this as I seem to remember Stu Harris saying it was like Haldex but no where near as shit.
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Originally posted by CorsAsh
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Originally posted by Ojc
315bhp 2.8 Twin Scroll Turbo 4WD.
You misunderstood. I was just thinking that it's a bit strange it being a 4x4.
Ahhh sorry mate.

Yeah, prob to directly compete with the Quattro cocks.

[Edited on 04-11-2009 by CorsAsh]
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It uses the GM Active AWD system. Haven't found out much more than that, but I guess it's similar to a Quattro what with it being a electronic on demand 4x4 system.
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LSD on the rear too...
Ojc
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Needs a remap.
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I don't like the styling at all! Looks asian/german at the front, wheels are horrible, and back is ugly
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It is similar to Haldex but a much better split.


hmmm, i still reckon it will be a safe 85/15 split


Not a lot wrong with that.
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I must admit I prefer the look of the Touring version.
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If you've found one for £26k you're doing well, my local dealer have one in the showroom at £34995.

I had a little sit in. Nice car, didn't immediately dislike the interior quality although I wasn't in there long.

I would imagine it'll make a fantastic used buy. I just don't know who in their right mind buys a new one.
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I think the car pictured looks horrid in grey. I prefer the styling of an older vectra vxr. Its as if they have toned down the aggresion by making it look like a carp at the front and the wheels look lost and dont suit the bodywork. I would like to see a touring though as i like them in standard form.
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agree i would rather have a veccie vxr out of the 2 anyone got pics of the touring model?
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Just to bring this back.

Just seen Picadors demo one on the road in WHITE! Just looks a lot meaner than in the pics from the OP.

Lovely!

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I think it looks great in Arden...







[Edited on 11-11-2009 by Pop]
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seen one of those in arden blue on a low loader the other day looked well
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that looks absolutely stunning in arden blue!
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Nice car but crap for tuning.. the torque is limited already coz the 4x4 cant hack it.. Vauxhall just cant compete in the 4x4 market.
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Like them, but would not buy new.
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Looks a superb car.

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