THE V-reg to be seen in the summer is the new Vectra SXi which joins Vauxhall's range of models with a sporty theme.

Like the Corsa SXi and Astra SXi, this new air conditioned Vectra shares their sporty appeal with alloy wheels, sports front seats and value for money.

As saloon, hatch or estate, the Vectra SXi features 16 inch Softstar alloy wheels and rear aerofoil (saloon/hatch) or tailgate spoiler (estate), special SXi badging, and standard black paint with the option of polar sea blue pearlescent or star silver metallic paint.

SXi comes with the 1.8i 115PS engine and a close-ratio five-speed gearbox while sports front seats with lumbar adjustment, air conditioning, CD player and Trafficmaster as standard combine to keep the occupants comfortable and entertained. On-the-road prices for the Astra's sporty edition starts from £13,025.

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