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Vauxhall Vivaro: futuristic panel van

Vauxhall Vivaro road test report

Vauxhall Vivaro 2.0 CTDi

Vauxhall Vivaro 2.0 CDTI 115 LWB low-roof

What is it?

Vauxhall-badged Renault Trafic, made in Luton. Six-speed box drives the front wheels. Uses new, more powerful 2.0-litre turbo diesel, which replaces old 1.9 unit.

What’s hot?

  • Still the most futuristic-looking panel van on the market
  • New engines for 2006 facelift – including this excellent 2.0-litre diesel
  • Car-like driving position, with neat, dashboard-mounted gearshift.
  • Manoeuvrable around town – makes an ideal urban delivery vehicle
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