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VAUXHALL MOVANO 2.5CDT1

8th March 2007, Page 46
8th March 2007
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With roots dating back to 1999 the Mayan° is the oldest

-r Acontender in the group by afair margin; fortunately an update in 2003 brought new engines and an updated cab. The cab felt a tad utilitarian compared with the new generation of multi-tasking designs, and it was a little cramped. However, its light colour scheme lifts the overall ambiance somewhat and forward visibility Is good.

The driving position also wins our approval for its range of adjustments and its pedal positioning, but the steering wheel fails to complete the package. Its dimensions are more truck-like than the rest but it's still demands more effort due to its low level of assistance. When starting up, the engine took a while to settle down in these extreme conditions. But once warmed up there was no faulting its power delivery, which was constant through the revs to deliver enhanced flexibility. We also appreciated the precise handling which allowed us to corner with confidence and control.

Back to the bad news and the Moven° loses points for its lack of soundproofing. Noise from the engine bay. bulkhead and A-pillars becomes more pronounced as speeds increase. This was partly attributable to the build quality which wasn't particularly poor, but failed to match the younger competition pound for pound.

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