Vauxhall Belmont
The aerodynamic Astra with a boot and a class-leading luggage capacity.
- Power
- 82 bhp
- Top speed
- 109 mph
About the Vauxhall Belmont
Launched in 1986, the Vauxhall Belmont was a three-box saloon version of the Mark 2 Astra, designed to compete with the Ford Orion and Volkswagen Jetta. While essentially an Astra from the front bumper to the rear doors, it featured a unique rear end with a massive 550-litre boot that was highly praised for its practicality. The 1.6 GL trim offered a balance of economy and comfort, featuring the reliable 'Big Block' OHC engine and a higher level of interior equipment than the base models. Despite its popularity when new, the Belmont became notorious in the early 2000s for being the most stolen car in Britain, leading to a rapid decline in surviving examples.
Vauxhall Belmont specs
The Vauxhall Belmont produces 82 bhp (61 kW) and 130 Nm (96 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 109 mph (175 km/h).
| Make | Vauxhall |
|---|---|
| Model | Belmont |
| Trim | 1.6 GL |
| Years | 1986–1991 |
| Type | Saloon |
| Body style | Saloon |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Production | About 49,900 built |
| Engine | 1.6-litre 8-valve SOHC inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,598 cc (1.6 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 82 bhp (61 kW) at 5,400 rpm |
| Torque | 130 Nm (96 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,000 rpm |
| Top speed | 109 mph (175 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 922 kg (2,033 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 89 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Vauxhall Belmont rarity in CarSpot
The Vauxhall Belmont is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 26 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Vauxhall Belmont fun facts
- In 2004, the Belmont was named the most stolen car in the UK by ratio, with approximately 1 in 10 registered examples being stolen that year.
- The Belmont's boot was so large for its class that it offered more luggage space than many cars in the segment above, including Vauxhall's own Cavalier.
- Although sold as the Belmont in the UK to distance it from the Astra hatchback, it was marketed simply as the Opel Kadett Sedan in the rest of Europe.