Vauxhall Sintra
A short-lived American import that became a cautionary tale of safety and reliability.
- Power
- 141 bhp
- Top speed
- 112 mph
About the Vauxhall Sintra
The Vauxhall Sintra was General Motors' attempt to enter the European large MPV market by rebadging the American U-body platform (Chevrolet Venture/Pontiac Trans Sport). Despite offering a class-leading interior volume and a flexible seating arrangement for up to eight passengers, it was widely panned for its poor build quality and American-style driving dynamics. Its reputation was permanently damaged by a disastrous Euro NCAP crash test performance, where it was one of the worst-scoring vehicles in its class. Vauxhall withdrew the model after just three years, replacing it with the much more successful, European-designed Zafira.
Vauxhall Sintra specs
The Vauxhall Sintra produces 141 bhp (105 kW) and 202 Nm (149 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 112 mph (181 km/h).
| Make | Vauxhall |
|---|---|
| Model | Sintra |
| Trim | 2.2 CD |
| Years | 1996–1999 |
| Type | Van |
| Body style | MPV |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Engine | 2.2-litre 16v inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,198 cc (2.2 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 141 bhp (105 kW) at 5,400 rpm |
| Torque | 202 Nm (149 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| Top speed | 112 mph (181 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,670 kg (3,682 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 84 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Vauxhall Sintra rarity in CarSpot
The Vauxhall Sintra is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 7 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 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 Sintra fun facts
- The Sintra was voted the 'Worst Car in Britain' in the JD Power customer satisfaction survey for two consecutive years in 2000 and 2001.
- During its Euro NCAP crash test, the steering wheel famously broke off its column, contributing to a poor safety rating that led to its early discontinuation.
- Despite being a Vauxhall, the Sintra was actually manufactured in Doraville, Georgia, USA, alongside its Chevrolet and Pontiac siblings.