Vauxhall Royale
A plush, six-cylinder flagship representing the pinnacle of Vauxhall's luxury offering in the late seventies.
- Power
- 140 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 10.5 s
- Top speed
- 120 mph
About the Vauxhall Royale
The Vauxhall Royale was a badge-engineered version of the Opel Senator A, serving as the flagship replacement for the ageing Ventora. It was designed to compete with the Ford Granada and Rover SD1, offering a smooth 2.8-litre straight-six engine and a high level of interior equipment including velour upholstery and wood trim. While the Royale name was unique to the UK market, the car was actually manufactured by Opel in Rüsselsheim, Germany. It was eventually replaced by the Vauxhall Senator in 1982 as General Motors moved to harmonise its European brands.
Vauxhall Royale specs
The Vauxhall Royale produces 140 bhp (104 kW) and 218 Nm (161 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 10.5 seconds and has a top speed of 120 mph (193 km/h).
| Make | Vauxhall |
|---|---|
| Model | Royale |
| Trim | 2.8 |
| Years | 1978–1982 |
| Type | Classic |
| Body style | Saloon |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Engine | 2.8-litre inline-six |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,784 cc (2.8 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 140 bhp (104 kW) at 5,200 rpm |
| Torque | 218 Nm (161 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 10.5 s |
| Top speed | 120 mph (193 km/h) |
| Transmission | 3-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,420 kg (3,131 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 99 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Vauxhall Royale rarity in CarSpot
The Vauxhall Royale is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 19 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 Royale fun facts
- The Royale was the last Vauxhall to use a unique model name before the brand began adopting Opel's naming conventions across the entire range.
- Despite its British badge, the Royale was built alongside its Opel Senator sibling in Germany to ensure higher build quality standards.
- A two-door coupé version was also available, known as the Royale Coupé, which was a rebadged Opel Monza.