Vauxhall Frontera Frontera B

The Vauxhall Frontera Frontera B (1998–2004): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 17 versions in the United Kingdom.
Model codes: U99 · Sold in: European Union and United Kingdom
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Wikipedia |
|---|---|
| Performance | |
| Top speed | 154–192 km/h |
| Torque | 202–290 Nm |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 years and older | 64.7% (62.4–67.0) | 69.2% | 1,690 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 52.7% | 41.6% |
| Brakes | 50.9% | 36.4% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 43.2% | 18.6% |
| Lights and electrics | 22.8% | 28.8% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 22.6% | 17.1% |
| Tyres | 19.7% | 31.2% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
All 17 versions of the Vauxhall Frontera Frontera B
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United Kingdom 17 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001–20032.2 DTi 16v Sport/RS · 2.2 DTi 16v (3 door) · 2.2DTi 16v (3-door) | 2.2 L | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 8.6 L/100 km NEDC | 232 g/km |
| 2001–20032.2 DTi 16v Sport/RS · 2.2 DTi 16v · 2.2DTi 16v | 2.2 L | Diesel | 4-speed automatic | 9.4 L/100 km NEDC | 254 g/km |
| 2001–20032.2 DTi 16v Estate/Limited · 2.2 DTi 16v (5 door) · 2.2DTi 16v (5-door) | 2.2 L | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 8.7 L/100 km NEDC | 235 g/km |
| 2001–20032.2 DTi 16v Estate/Limited | 2.2 L | Diesel | 4-speed automatic | 9.5 L/100 km NEDC | 257 g/km |
| 2001–20032.2i 16v Sport/RS · 2.2i 16v Estate/Limited · 2.2i 16v (3 door) and 1 more trim | 2.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 11.4 L/100 km NEDC | 273 g/km |
| 2002–20032.2i 16v (5 door) · 2.2i 16v (5-door) | 2.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 11.7 L/100 km NEDC | 280 g/km |
| 2001–20033.2i V6 24v Sport/ RS · 3.2i V6 24v (3 door) · 3.2i V6 24v (3-door) | 3.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 13.0 L/100 km NEDC | 312 g/km |
| 2001–20033.2i V6 24v Estate/Limited · 3.2i V6 24v (5 door) · 3.2i V6 24v (5-door) | 3.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 13.2 L/100 km NEDC | 316 g/km |
| 2001–20033.2i V6 24v Estate/Limited · 3.2i V6 24v (5 door) · 3.2i V6 24v (5-door) | 3.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 14.3 L/100 km NEDC | 344 g/km |
| 20002.2i DTi 16v Sport/RS | 2.2 L | Diesel | 4-speed automatic | 9.8 L/100 km NEDC | 263 g/km |
| 20002.2i 16v Estate | 2.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 11.1 L/100 km NEDC | 265 g/km |
| 20002.2 DTi Estate | 2.2 L | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 9.2 L/100 km NEDC | 247 g/km |
| 20002.2i 16v Sport/RS | 2.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 11.1 L/100 km NEDC | 265 g/km |
| 20002.2 DTi 16v Sport/RS | 2.2 L | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 9.1 L/100 km NEDC | 244 g/km |
| 20002.2 DTi 16v Estate | 3.2 L | Diesel | 4-speed automatic | 9.8 L/100 km NEDC | 263 g/km |
| 20003.2 V6 Estate | 3.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 13.6 L/100 km NEDC | 326 g/km |
| 20003.2i V6 24v Estate | 3.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 12.6 L/100 km NEDC | 303 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.




