Why Buy a Used Vauxhall Frontera?

The Frontera name has a long history in Britain. The original 4x4 Frontera, sold from 1991 to 2004, was a traditional off-roader. The current car is a complete reinvention: launched in 2024 on Stellantis's Smart Car platform (shared with the Citroen C3 Aircross), it is now a tall, spacious family SUV with hybrid or fully electric power. On the used market, the current Frontera is a sensible way into a near-new SUV with the choice of two very different powertrains.

Used choice is simple. The Frontera comes in two trims (Design and GS), with the 1.2-litre Hybrid available in 100PS or 136PS, both using Stellantis's e-DCT6 48-volt mild-hybrid dual-clutch system, and the Frontera Electric offering 113PS and up to 186 miles of WLTP range from a 44kWh battery. A 7-seat option is available on the Hybrid for growing families. The current car is new enough that near-all used examples will carry remaining Vauxhall manufacturer warranty.

Any remaining Vauxhall manufacturer warranty transfers to you as the new keeper, and every Frontera at Vertu is prepared and checked before it reaches the forecourt. For a used family SUV with real choice of powertrains and genuine seven-seat flexibility, the Frontera makes a strong case.

Is the Used Vauxhall Frontera a Good Buy?

Yes, especially for buyers wanting hybrid or electric power at mainstream prices. The 1.2 (100PS) Hybrid e-DCT6 and 1.2 (136PS) Hybrid e-DCT6 pair a 1.2-litre three-cylinder turbo petrol engine with a 28hp electric motor built into the six-speed dual-clutch gearbox, drawing on a 48-volt battery to drive on electric power for short distances in town, assist the petrol engine under acceleration, and recharge during deceleration. Both return 53.3mpg WLTP combined with 119g/km CO2.

The Frontera Electric uses a 44kWh battery and an 83kW (113PS) electric motor, delivering up to 186 miles of WLTP range with zero tailpipe emissions whilst driving. It supports DC rapid charging at up to 100kW (20 to 80 per cent in 26 minutes), 11kW three-phase AC on a public wallbox (3h 50min 20 to 100 per cent) and 7kW AC at home (5h 40min). A heat pump is standard, improving range in colder weather. Transmission is a single-speed automatic.

Every used Frontera sold by Vertu is checked before it reaches the forecourt as part of our used car preparation process, covering no outstanding finance, no history as a taxi, and no salvage or write-off record, plus a battery-system check on hybrid and electric models.

Who Is the Used Vauxhall Frontera Best For?

The Frontera's breadth suits several kinds of buyer. The table below pairs four of them with the version that fits best.

What Is It Like to Own a Vauxhall Frontera?

Inside, the Frontera is more modern than its mainstream price might suggest. Even entry Design cars get the 10-inch colour touchscreen with Multimedia Pure Panel Navigation (satellite navigation, DAB, Bluetooth, natural voice recognition, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto), 10-inch digital instrument cluster, wireless charging for mobile devices, cruise control, air conditioning and six-speaker audio. Stepping up to GS brings electronic climate control, a leather-effect steering wheel, Intelli-Seat with 6-way driver and 4-way passenger adjustment, electrochromic anti-dazzle mirror and LED tail lights.

Practicality is strong for a car of its size. The Frontera is 4,385mm long with a 2,670mm wheelbase, offering 460 litres of boot space with the rear seats up (under the parcel shelf) and 1,600 litres with them folded down to the roof. On the Hybrid, the optional 7-seat package adds two rear-row seats for occasional use. Standard Vauxhall PureSense driver aids include automatic emergency braking, lane keep assist, driver drowsiness alert, speed sign recognition, hill start assist and rear parking sensors with reversing camera, with GS adding blind spot alert and front sensors.

On the road the Frontera benefits from Vauxhall's wide dealer network, keeping servicing affordable, and the Electric qualifies for low Vehicle Excise Duty. The Hybrid's 44-litre fuel tank gives respectable range on long journeys. Every Frontera at Vertu is inspected and prepared before sale, including a battery-system check on hybrid and electric models.

Vauxhall Frontera Trims and Specifications

The current Frontera is offered in two trim levels, Design and GS, across the Hybrid and Electric powertrains. The table below sets out how equipment builds across the range.

These details reflect the MY2025A specification (January 2025 price and spec guide). The car is a brand-new model with no previous generation in the Vauxhall UK range (the original Frontera 4x4 ended production in 2004, long before this reborn model), so there is no multi-generation equipment confusion.

*Equipment shown reflects the MY2025A Vauxhall UK Frontera specification (January 2025) and is typical rather than guaranteed on any specific car. Availability varies by model year, trim, powertrain and options fitted when new. The optional Ultimate pack (roof rails, heated front seats, heated steering wheel, heated windscreen and LED fog lamps) was available at extra cost.

Vauxhall Frontera Engines, Battery and Performance

The Frontera is offered as a 1.2-litre mild-hybrid petrol in two power outputs, or a fully electric 113PS version. The table below summarises the powertrains from the MY2025A price and spec guide.

Both 1.2 Hybrid versions are self-charging through the 48-volt mild-hybrid system, so there is nothing to plug in. The Frontera Electric uses a 44kWh battery with an 11kW three-phase onboard charger and a heat pump standard.

*Figures are drawn from Vauxhall's 7 January 2025 Frontera MY2025A price and specification guide. The 1.2 Hybrid is a self-charging mild hybrid and never needs plugging in. Electric Frontera range depends on wheel size, climate and driving style; the Electric is covered by Vauxhall's 8-year or 100,000-mile battery warranty guaranteeing at least 70 per cent capacity. Actual real-world economy, range and performance vary with weather, driving style, load and conditions.

Vauxhall Frontera Dimensions

*Dimensions reflect the Frontera from Vauxhall's January 2025 price and spec guide. The Electric is not rated for towing. Confirm figures for a specific car with your local dealership.

Why Buy a Used Vauxhall Frontera from Vertu?

Every used Vauxhall Frontera at Vertu goes through the same preparation before it reaches the forecourt, covered by our used car preparation policy. That means an HPI finance check, a full mechanical inspection, and confirmation the car has never been used as a taxi or recorded as a salvage or write-off, plus a battery-system check on hybrid and electric models.

If you're replacing an existing car, Vertu's part-exchange process gives a free, instant online valuation before you commit to anything, and finance options including PCP and HP are available on every used Frontera in stock. Our finance explained guide covers how each option works in plain English.

For current Vauxhall Frontera price and availability, the most accurate route is a personalised quotation from your local dealership. If you'd prefer a larger family SUV, the used Vauxhall Grandland is worth a look, or for a smaller crossover see the used Vauxhall Mokka. If a brand-new car appeals, take a look at the latest new Vauxhall Frontera, or explore the wider used Vauxhall range.

Find Your Used Vauxhall Frontera at Vertu

Vertu stocks used Vauxhall Frontera cars across its Vauxhall dealerships nationwide, spanning mild-hybrid petrol and fully electric power, 5-seat and optional 7-seat configurations, and both Design and GS trims. Browse the full range of used Vauxhall cars for sale online to see current availability, or find your nearest Vertu Vauxhall dealership. Once you're on the road, Vertu's Vauxhall servicing team keeps every example running to manufacturer standards, with fixed-price packages and manufacturer-trained technicians.

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