VAUXHALL has introduced a new 197bhp, 1.6-litre petrol engine to its Insignia range.

Available in Grand Sport and Sports Tourer body styles, the four-cylinder powerstation develops 280Nm of torque.

The British brand says a top speed of 146mph can now be achieved, with a 0-60mph time of 7.2 seconds.

Fuel economy is also kind on the bank balance, with a combined 44.8mpg.

The firm has also tried to make the engine as clean as possible. It features a close-coupled Gasoline Particulate Filter for “optimum regeneration”.

Vauxhall’s flagship Insignia range features numerous technology features, such as adaptive cruise control, IntelliLux LED matrix headlights and ergonomic seats. Multimedia and Multimedia Navi Pro infotainment systems are also available.

Customers can also enjoy a large colour touchscreen, up to eight inches in size, while drivers also benefit from a Driver Information Cluster, which can be enhanced by an optional head-up display in combination with the Multimedia Navi Pro system.

Available to order now, prices start from £25,610 on-the-road for the Insignia Grand Sport SRi VX-Line Nav with the new 1.6-litre Direct Injection Turbo engine.