Used Vauxhall Grandland for sale near Colchester

CarGurus expert rating: 3 out of 5
CarGurus user rating: N/A
Percentage of good/great deals available on CarGurus: 30.7%
Overall CarGurus rating:* 3.8 out of 5
Available Listings: Around 700
Average Price: Around £19,000

Vauxhall Grandland Pros and Cons

Pros	Cons
Lots of interior space	Very average to drive
Electric version is attractively priced	Quality isn't what it might be
Plenty of standard equipment	Mild hybrid version can be noisy

Quick Summary

The Vauxhall Grandland is a mid-size SUV that brings individual styling to a competitive sector with its distinctive Vizor front-end design and bold lighting signature. It excels in practicality, offering generous interior space with comfortable seating for five and an impressive 550-litre boot (485 litres on all-wheel-drive electric models). The cabin features recycled materials throughout, though hard plastics dominate lower surfaces. Available as a front-wheel-drive electric with 210bhp, an all-wheel-drive electric with dual motors producing 320bhp combined, or a mild-hybrid petrol option with 134bhp, the Grandland provides choice for different needs and budgets.

However, the Grandland struggles in other areas. Ride comfort is patchy with an underlying fidgety feel that never quite settles, whilst handling is uninspiring with light steering and noticeable body roll. The mild-hybrid petrol engine can be noisy and intrusive, and cabin quality feels unexceptional for the price. Performance is modest across all powertrains, and the infotainment system, whilst feature-rich on higher trims, is complicated to navigate. At around £19,000 average, it's competitively priced but lacks the refinement and driving engagement of key rivals.

Best for: Families prioritising interior space and practicality, budget-conscious buyers seeking an electric SUV, and those wanting a roomy, comfortable daily commuter.

Not ideal for: Drivers seeking engaging handling, premium cabin quality, refined driving dynamics, or those who value quiet, smooth powertrains.


Comparison vs Key Rivals



The Verdict

You should buy the Grandland if: You prioritise interior space and practicality, seek an attractively priced electric SUV, or want a roomy, comfortable family car for everyday use.

Consider alternatives if: You value engaging handling, premium cabin quality, refined driving dynamics, or quiet, smooth powertrains.

Competitive Position: The Vauxhall Grandland occupies an interesting position in the mid-size SUV market. Whilst it excels in practicality and offers competitive pricing—particularly for the electric variant—it falls short of rivals in driving dynamics, cabin refinement, and overall quality. The Kia Sportage outperforms it across nearly every metric, whilst the Nissan Qashqai and Volkswagen Tiguan both deliver superior handling and cabin quality. The Grandland is best suited to buyers who prioritise space and value over driving engagement, making it a sensible rather than inspiring choice in a highly competitive segment.

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*The Overall CarGurus rating: that informs these recommendations is based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from May 2026, CarGurus expert reviews, and CarGurus user reviews.