Vauxhall Monterey
A rugged, rebadged Isuzu Trooper for the executive off-road market.
- Power
- 114 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 16.0 s
- Top speed
- 94 mph
About the Vauxhall Monterey
Launched in 1994, the Vauxhall Monterey was a badge-engineered version of the second-generation Isuzu Trooper, intended to compete with the Land Rover Discovery. It was positioned as a more premium offering than the smaller Frontera, targeting executive buyers with a high level of standard equipment including ABS and electric windows. The 3.1-litre turbodiesel engine, sourced from Isuzu, was praised for its reliability and low-end torque, though it lacked the refinement of its European rivals. Despite its capability, the Monterey suffered from slow sales in the UK and was eventually discontinued in early 1999.
Vauxhall Monterey specs
The Vauxhall Monterey produces 114 bhp (85 kW) and 260 Nm (192 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 16.0 seconds and has a top speed of 94 mph (151 km/h).
| Make | Vauxhall |
|---|---|
| Model | Monterey |
| Trim | 3.1 TD |
| Years | 1994–1999 |
| Type | Off-road |
| Body style | SUV |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Production | About 4,000 built |
| Engine | 3.1-litre turbocharged inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 3,059 cc (3.1 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 114 bhp (85 kW) at 3,600 rpm |
| Torque | 260 Nm (192 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 4,400 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 16.0 s |
| Top speed | 94 mph (151 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Four-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,915 kg (4,222 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 60 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Vauxhall Monterey rarity in CarSpot
The Vauxhall Monterey is a Rare card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 42 out of 100. Performance cars, typically worth around £50,000 to £100,000. A Rare card is worth 40 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
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Vauxhall Monterey fun facts
- The Monterey was sold under four different brands globally: Isuzu (Trooper), Vauxhall/Opel (Monterey), Holden (Jackaroo/Monterey), and even Honda (Horizon).
- Vauxhall targeted Ford Granada and Rover 800 owners, hoping to tempt them into the burgeoning SUV market with a 'loftier' driving position.
- Fewer than 450 examples of the 3.1 TD trim were originally registered in the UK, making it a rare sight on modern roads.