The VAUXHALL VECTRA (2002-05) 5DR HATCHBACK 2.2I 16V SRI is a roomy, five-door family car, sitting in the UK’s mainstream medium-sized class rather than the small-hatchback or SUV market. Its petrol engine and SRi trim give it a more eager, sportier character than basic Vectras, while the hatchback body makes loading everyday luggage straightforward. It suits families, commuters and drivers wanting useful cabin and boot space without moving to a large estate. Against rivals such as the Ford Mondeo and Volkswagen Passat, the Vectra is a familiar, practical choice, with the SRi adding a purposeful look and a livelier feel. Expect an older used car, so condition and service history matter. mycarcheck.com has recorded 154 checks across 110 distinct VINs, a snapshot; the average checked car had 113,000 miles and about 6.2 previous keepers, with a £500 average private-sale valuation and an average 7,000 miles driven yearly across the sample.