2015 Vauxhall Adam — Full Specifications
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The 2015 Vauxhall Adam belongs to the Adam generation, built 2012–2019. 2015 was year 4 of its run. Body styles: hatchback. The engine range listed for this period includes 1.2 70, 1.4 87, 1.4 100, 1.0 Turbo 90 and more. Owners often keep a Vauxhall Adam workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Adam Generation: Engines & Body Styles
Vauxhall Adam model years from 2012 to 2019 belong to the same generation. The engines below are those listed for this generation in the 2015 period; availability varied by year, trim and market, so confirm the exact engine from the car's paperwork or the badge on the tailgate.
| Engine | Fuel | Displacement | Power |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2 70 | Petrol | 1.2 L | 70 PS |
| 1.4 87 | Petrol | 1.4 L | 87 PS |
| 1.4 100 | Petrol | 1.4 L | 100 PS |
| 1.0 Turbo 90 | Petrol | 1 L | 90 PS |
| 1.0 Turbo 115 | Petrol | 1 L | 115 PS |
| 1.4 Turbo 150 hp (Adam S) | Petrol | 1.4 L | — |
| Body styles | Hatchback |
|---|---|
| Transmissions | 5-speed manual · 6-speed manual · 5-speed Easytronic automated manual |
| Generation | Adam (2012-2019) |
Generation, production years, engines and body styles compiled from Wikipedia; production dates can differ by market. Official fuel economy and CO₂ figures for UK cars are published by the Vehicle Certification Agency and vary by engine and test cycle (NEDC or WLTP), so we do not quote a single figure here.
Owner Essentials for the 2015 Vauxhall Adam
Running Costs: 2015 Vauxhall Adam
Running costs for a 2015 Vauxhall Adam depend mostly on which engine it has, how it is driven and the insurance group of that trim. Look up the exact car's tax band and fuel figures from its registration on GOV.UK, and work out fuel spend with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2015 Vauxhall Adam Safety Rating
Cars sold in the UK and Europe are crash-tested by Euro NCAP, not the US NHTSA, so there is no NHTSA star rating for the Vauxhall Adam. Look the Vauxhall Adam up on Euro NCAP's results page to see the star rating and the test year for this generation; ratings from different years use different criteria and are not directly comparable. To check a specific UK car for open recalls, use the GOV.UK vehicle recalls checker, and see our UK guide to checking a used car's history.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which generation is the 2015 Vauxhall Adam?
The 2015 Vauxhall Adam is part of the Adam (2012-2019) generation, produced 2012–2019.
What engines did the 2015 Vauxhall Adam come with?
Engines listed for this generation include 1.2 70 (petrol); 1.4 87 (petrol); 1.4 100 (petrol); 1.0 Turbo 90 (petrol); 1.0 Turbo 115 (petrol); 1.4 Turbo 150 hp (Adam S) (petrol). Not every engine was sold in every year or market, so check the car's V5C or handbook for the exact unit.
What body styles does the 2015 Vauxhall Adam come in?
This generation was offered as: Hatchback.
What gearbox does the 2015 Vauxhall Adam have?
Transmissions listed for this generation include 5-speed manual, 6-speed manual, 5-speed Easytronic automated manual, depending on engine and trim.
How safe is the 2015 Vauxhall Adam?
European-market cars are crash-tested by Euro NCAP rather than NHTSA. Search for the Vauxhall Adam at euroncap.com/en/results to see the star rating and the test year for this generation.