The Vauxhall Insignia 160 PS 2.0 turbo CDTi has become the marque’s first passenger car to combine all-wheel-drive and diesel engine technology.

The 2.0 CDTi engine produces 160 PS at 4,000 rpm, with maximum torque at 350 Nm at 1,750 rpm. The top-of-the-line diesel accelerates to 60 mph in 9.8 seconds and allows a top speed of 130 mph. Combined cycle fuel consumption is 47.1 mpg on the Sports Tourer 4×4. The engine is available with a six-speed manual or automatic transmission.

A rare combination in this market sector, the Insignia CDTi 4×4 hits British showrooms in September this year.

Vauxhall’s adaptive 4×4 system was previously only available with the Insignia 2.0 and 2.8 litre petrol engines.