Quiet, comfortable and easy to drive.
Very spacious inside.
Hybrid models could slash your running costs.
Boring to look at on the outside.
Uninspiring on the inside.
Limited range of autonomous driving aids.
11-2-2019: Complaint that 2018MY (pre-WLTP) Vauxhall Grandland X SE 1.6TD auto 1.6 does not have a standard load area light.
15-11-2019: Problems reported with the stop/start and battery of a February 2018 Vauxhall Grandland X 1.2 Puretech EAT8 (which is a Peugeot 3008 1.2 Puretech EAT8 underneath), subject to low mileage use. After the first couple of weeks the stop/start failed to work. In July 2019 owner took it into our dealer to be checked and was told he was not driving it enough and needed to do around 20 miles each time. He pointed out he'd just done 1,000 miles in three weeks of holiday, including two straight runs of 200 miles, yet was advised that would not be enough to regenerate the battery. He continued to drive the car until late October 2019 by which time it was constantly going into ECO mode and the keyless entry did not always work. Owner discovered there are two types of S/S batteries: an EFB and an AGM. The AGM (Absorbent Glass Mat) is recommended for low mileage driving and high electrical usage. The battery fitted to the Grandland X is the EFB, which is not really suitable for low mileage usage because the electrolyte is bound in an absorbent glass fleece. Apparently, some owners have changed to the AGM type and found it seems to solve the problem. Owner contacted Vauxhall Customer Service who told him the EFB battery fitted to his car was fine and there would be no change to the type of battery. When he asked if he got the dealer to fit an AGM he was told it would invalidate my warranty as not in the spec. (possibly needs a different alternator). Battery now down to 30%. Halfords only offers the AGM battery for the Grandland.
14-1-2020: Complaint that information on screens is difficult to read and that the clock needs to be adjusted to UK winter time/summer time every 6 months.
April 2017
Vauxhall unveils all-new Grandland X
At 4.48 metres long, it is the largest SUV in Vauxhall’s range, offering more cabin space than the 20 centimetre-shorter Mokka X and Crossland X.
The Grandland X offers a selection of assistance and comfort features. Adaptive Cruise Control with pedestrian detection and Automatic Emergency Braking, Driver Drowsiness Alert, and Advanced Park Assist are just some highlights.
AGR-certified premium ergonomic front seats, heated steering wheel, heated front and rear seats and smart tailgate, that opens with a kick, all ensure driver and passenger comfort.
It has the latest generation of IntelliLink systems and the personal connectivity and service assistant Vauxhall OnStar, which now includes new services such as hotel booking and parking space search. Smartphones can easily be integrated to the infotainment system and charged wirelessly via inductive charging on handsets with this function.
The Grandland X is equipped with the innovative Adaptive Forward Lighting LED headlamps. Functions such as cornering light, high beam assist and auto levelling guarantee optimal illumination of the road ahead.
The Grandland X has optional electronic Grip Control that ensures traction in diverse driving situations. The driver has a choice of five driving modes, for each one the system adapts the torque distribution to the front wheels, allows wheel-spin if necessary, and, with the automatic transmission, adjusts shift points as well as throttle response. This ensures traction and stable handling regardless of the road surface.
The instrument panel and centre console with touchscreen are clearly laid out and horizontally aligned to the driver. The centre stack has three horizontal rows of controls for fast and intuitive access to infotainment, climate control and chassis functions.
Drivers and passengers benefit from the elevated seating position typical of an SUV, which ensures good visibility in all situations. Its long wheelbase of 2,675mm means the compact class SUV has plenty of space for up to five people, while the luggage compartment (with a load volume from 514 litres to a maximum of 1,652 litres) offers room for luggage and sport equipment.
December 2017
Grandland X Ultimate launched
The Ultimate trim level has a high level of equipment as standard and debuts the new 2.0-litre Turbo Diesel (177PS) engine with an eight-speed automatic transmission. It is priced from £33,995 on-the-road.
Sitting on 19-inch BiColour alloys, the new Ultimate Grandland X adds Automatic Cruise Control and a Denon premium sound system. Also standard are black roof and door mirrors, alloy sports pedals, heated steering wheel, heated rear outer seats, 360-degree Panoramic Camera and Premium LED Adaptive Forward Lighting Pack with projector headlights.
The Grandland X Ultimate also introduces Vauxhall’s new top-of-the-range 2.0-litre diesel engine, allied with an eight-speed automatic gearbox. The new diesel engine has 177PS at 3,750rpm and 400Nm of torque at 2,000rpm. This helps it achieve 0-60mph in 8.6 seconds and a top speed of 133mph. CO2 emissions are 128g/km with 57.6mpg combined.
March 2018
Grandland X now available with Intelligrip
With five independent driving modes available, IntelliGrip enables traction and stability at all times by delivering optimal grip through the wheels.
The driver can choose from five modes via a centre dial, with the IntelliGrip system immediately adapting engine and transmission control, torque distribution and ESP settings to ensure optimal contact to the driving surface.
IntelliGrip adapts torque distribution to the front wheels according to the selected mode, allowing slip when necessary and changing the accelerator pedal control map. In any mode, it creates the necessary balance between spinning and gripping wheels, allowing the Grandland X to adapt to the prevailing driving situation to increase safety and driver comfort by guaranteeing traction and stability at all times. IntelliGrip electronic traction control is lighter than a conventional all-wheel drive system, which helps reduce fuel consumption.
May 2019
Grandland X plug-in hybrid announced
The Vauxhall Grandland X will soon be offered as a plug-in hybrid model capable of travelling under electric power for 30 miles, with prices expected to start at more than £35,000 when it goes on sale next year.
The SUV will be the firm's first ever plug-in hybrid and forms part of its ambitious strategy to electrify its entire range by 2024. A fully electric Corsa will follow, as will electric versions of its Mokka X crossover and all-new Vivaro van.
The Grandland X Hybrid4 is closely related to the DS 7 E-Tense, and will combine a 200PS 1.6-litre petrol engine with two electric motors, to produce a combined 300PS. While official fuel consumption figures are yet to be announced, it's said to emit just 49g/km CO2 under official WLTP tests.
An eight-speed automatic transmission will feature as standard, while an electric motor positioned on the rear axle provides on-demand all-wheel-drive.
Drivers will be able to select from four driving modes (electric, hybrid, AWD and sport), with an official range of 30 miles in electric mode. In hybrid mode, the car automatically selects the most efficient method of propulsion - switching to electric mode for zero-emission driving at low speeds, for example.
A 3.3kW on-board charger is provided as standard, while an optional 6.6kW provides quicker charging if required. With a 7.4kW wallbox fitted at home, Grandland X Hybrid4 drivers will be able to fully charge the battery in less than two hours.
In a further bid to increase efficiency, the plug-in hybrid Grandland X comes with a regenerative braking system, which will pump energy back into the battery under braking and increase the electric range by up to 10 per cent.
August 2019
Vauxhall Grandland X Hybrid4 priced from £35,590
Arriving in showrooms in January, Vauxhall’s new Grandland X Hybrid4 is available to order now, priced from £35,590.
Vauxhall’s first-ever plug-in hybrid, the new Grandland X Hybrid4 features an electric drive system with two electric motors, all-wheel drive, a 13.2kWh lithium-ion battery and a 1.6T four-cylinder petrol engine (combined 300PS).
The new Grandland X Hybrid4 is available to order in four different trims. All models feature the same powertrain and emissions levels, with varying levels of on-board equipment and technology. The Business Edition Nav Premium is available for £35,590 on-the-road.
The SRi Nav is priced at £40,300, while the Elite Nav is priced at £42,200. Topping off the range is the Ultimate Nav, which is available for £45,450.
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Spacious family SUV. Shares its platform with the excellent Peugeot 3008.
Interior lacks any kind of flair. List prices are expensive. Plug-in hybrid only makes sense for business users.
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