Used Vauxhall Grandland X cars

The style of the car

The Grandland X is a five-door SUV that rivals large family cars for space and practicality. It’s raised suspension delivers a great view of the road for the driver. It’s a stylish car that’s given extra visual appeal by the distinctive use of a black contrasting roof colour on most models.

How it drives

A focus on comfort and low noise levels means the Grandland X is an extremely relaxing choice and it takes long journeys in its stride. Light steering and a high set driving position make it very easy to drive and park, while its soft suspension handles bumps in the road. There’s a wide range of petrol and diesel engines that all deliver good performance, even when you’re fully loaded with passengers and luggage. It’s a great tow car, particularly those models with a diesel engine.

The interior

The five-seat Grandland X is a large SUV that benefits from an extremely spacious interior. There’s plenty of head and legroom in the back and the interior is packed with useful storage space. The large and well-shaped boot is similarly-sized to rivals and big enough for three large suitcases. It also benefits from a totally flat floor with seats folded down making it easier to load big items. The use of quality materials gives the interior a premium feel, while equipment is generous across the range. The SE models feature a touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and air con, the Business Edition Nav adds sat nav and the SRi Nav features a sporty bodykit. The Elite Nav includes heated leather seats, while the flagship Ultimate has an electrically powered boot and panoramic sunroof.

Running costs and reliability

Attractive prices and affordable running costs make the Grandland X a great used family car buy. The petrol, diesel and hybrid engines deliver excellent efficiency and are cost-effective to maintain, with servicing costs that are similar to mainstream rivals. Vauxhall finished an impressive sixth place in the JD Power Vehicle Dependability Study. Safety is also excellent, with the Grandland X featuring the latest safety technology and a five-star Euro NCAP score.

How it compares with similar cars

The Grandland X is Vauxhall’s largest SUV, sitting above the company’s Mokka X and Crossland X models. It’s similar in size to the Nissan Qashqai and Kia Sportage but offers a longer list of standard equipment. The Grandland X is a relatively new model, but Vauxhall has earned numerous awards, particularly for reliability.