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New Vauxhall Astra: UK prices and specifications revealed
Ford Focus rival has been brought into line with Vauxhall's latest models with overhauled engines and new features
Vauxhall has revealed prices and specification details for its revised Astra, which will be available to order from £18,885 on 1 August.
Launched in 2015, the current Astra is one of the older models in Vauxhall’s line-up, meaning it was designed and engineered under General Motors ownership before the brand was taken over by the PSA Group. It's not possible to install the French firm's engines in the car's platform, so separate units bespoke to the Astra have been brought in.
The overhauled range kicks off with a three-cylinder 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol engine in 108bhp, 128bhp and 143bhp forms. The first variant makes 143lb ft of torque, while the latter two put out 166lb ft. All are mated to a six-speed manual gearbox and achieve between 51.4mpg and 54.3mpg on the WLTP test cycle.
https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/new-vauxhall-astra-uk-prices-and-specifications-revealed
Ford Focus rival has been brought into line with Vauxhall's latest models with overhauled engines and new features
Vauxhall has revealed prices and specification details for its revised Astra, which will be available to order from £18,885 on 1 August.
Launched in 2015, the current Astra is one of the older models in Vauxhall’s line-up, meaning it was designed and engineered under General Motors ownership before the brand was taken over by the PSA Group. It's not possible to install the French firm's engines in the car's platform, so separate units bespoke to the Astra have been brought in.
The overhauled range kicks off with a three-cylinder 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol engine in 108bhp, 128bhp and 143bhp forms. The first variant makes 143lb ft of torque, while the latter two put out 166lb ft. All are mated to a six-speed manual gearbox and achieve between 51.4mpg and 54.3mpg on the WLTP test cycle.
https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/new-vauxhall-astra-uk-prices-and-specifications-revealed
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Vauxhall Astra 1.2 145 Elite Nav 2019 UK review
Should I buy one?
For most Astra buyers – or users – such dynamic arcana will be of less interest than the reduced tax exposure, the improved infotainment and even if they don’t notice it, the less tiring ride. And the Astra’s usual plusses – a comfortable, spacious interior, high levels of convenience, mostly decent refinement and the availability of a very practical Sports Tourer estate - will matter more. But if an Astra is on your company car choice list and you enjoy driving, get yourself a country road test-drive in the petrol manual. You could find yourself joining Lance Stroll.
Vauxhall Astra specification
Where Leicestershire Price £25,395 On sale xxx Engine Three cyls, 1.9-litre turbo petrol Power 143bhp at 5500rpm Torque 165lb ft at 2000-3500rpm Gearbox six-speed manual Kerb weight TBA Top speed 137mph 0-60mph 8.8sec Fuel economy 46.3-48.7mpg CO2 99g/km, 23% Rivals Ford Focus, Volkswagen Golf
www.autocar.co.uk
Should I buy one?
For most Astra buyers – or users – such dynamic arcana will be of less interest than the reduced tax exposure, the improved infotainment and even if they don’t notice it, the less tiring ride. And the Astra’s usual plusses – a comfortable, spacious interior, high levels of convenience, mostly decent refinement and the availability of a very practical Sports Tourer estate - will matter more. But if an Astra is on your company car choice list and you enjoy driving, get yourself a country road test-drive in the petrol manual. You could find yourself joining Lance Stroll.
Vauxhall Astra specification
Where Leicestershire Price £25,395 On sale xxx Engine Three cyls, 1.9-litre turbo petrol Power 143bhp at 5500rpm Torque 165lb ft at 2000-3500rpm Gearbox six-speed manual Kerb weight TBA Top speed 137mph 0-60mph 8.8sec Fuel economy 46.3-48.7mpg CO2 99g/km, 23% Rivals Ford Focus, Volkswagen Golf
Vauxhall Astra 2019-2021 review | Autocar
An all-new family of efficiency-enhanced engines, some mostly effective chassis mods and a few trim and equipment upgrades usefully sharpen the Astra’s appeal
www.autocar.co.uk
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Autogefuel review of the updated 2020 Astra
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Nearly-new buying guide: Vauxhall Astra
It looks just like the recently revised model, but the now-superseded Astra is better value
Prices start at £5000 for a high-mileage 2016- reg 1.6 CDTi, so a used Vauxhall Astra is a tempting proposition. It won’t look or feel as classy as a Volkswagen Golf but then you’ll pay £2500 more for the pleasure of owning that particular people’s car. The Ford Focus is closer in appearance and feel to the Astra but even that will set you back around £1000 more.
Of course, as the old saying goes, you get what you pay for, and in the Astra’s case, what you get is a reputation for unreliability. According to the latest survey by our sibling magazine, What Car?, the Astra diesel is the least reliable family car you can buy.
The petrol version fares better, but better still are the Focus and the Golf. Not a good start for Vauxhall’s family hatchback, then, except there’s so much to like about it that it seems a shame to condemn it on the strength of a survey. For one thing, it was developed on UK roads, earning it a big tick on any thinking driver’s score card. It’s light, and light on its feet. It’s also roomy and practical and its engines – a range of petrol and diesel units – are, by and large, economical, refined and fun to punt.
The range of trims is a little baffling but, regardless, even basic Design is well equipped (7.0in colour touchscreen with Vauxhall’s IntelliLink phone connectivity, a digital radio, air-con and 16in alloy wheels). Our pick is SRi, the next up, but if you fancy more luxury, there’s Elite (leather-covered and powered sports seats, automatic lights and wipers, and lashings of chrome).
www.autocar.co.uk
It looks just like the recently revised model, but the now-superseded Astra is better value
Prices start at £5000 for a high-mileage 2016- reg 1.6 CDTi, so a used Vauxhall Astra is a tempting proposition. It won’t look or feel as classy as a Volkswagen Golf but then you’ll pay £2500 more for the pleasure of owning that particular people’s car. The Ford Focus is closer in appearance and feel to the Astra but even that will set you back around £1000 more.
Of course, as the old saying goes, you get what you pay for, and in the Astra’s case, what you get is a reputation for unreliability. According to the latest survey by our sibling magazine, What Car?, the Astra diesel is the least reliable family car you can buy.
The petrol version fares better, but better still are the Focus and the Golf. Not a good start for Vauxhall’s family hatchback, then, except there’s so much to like about it that it seems a shame to condemn it on the strength of a survey. For one thing, it was developed on UK roads, earning it a big tick on any thinking driver’s score card. It’s light, and light on its feet. It’s also roomy and practical and its engines – a range of petrol and diesel units – are, by and large, economical, refined and fun to punt.
The range of trims is a little baffling but, regardless, even basic Design is well equipped (7.0in colour touchscreen with Vauxhall’s IntelliLink phone connectivity, a digital radio, air-con and 16in alloy wheels). Our pick is SRi, the next up, but if you fancy more luxury, there’s Elite (leather-covered and powered sports seats, automatic lights and wipers, and lashings of chrome).
Nearly new buying guide: Vauxhall Astra | Autocar
It looks just like the recently revised model, but the now-superseded Astra is better value
www.autocar.co.uk
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Next-gen Opel Astra to feature coupé-like roofline, claims fresh report
A fresh report out of the United Kingdom suggests the next-generation Vauxhall (and thus also Opel) Astra hatchback will adopt a coupé-like roofline.
According to Auto Express, the new Astra will hit showrooms at some point in 2021, underpinned by a platform shared with other PSA Group brands.
www.carmag.co.za
A fresh report out of the United Kingdom suggests the next-generation Vauxhall (and thus also Opel) Astra hatchback will adopt a coupé-like roofline.
According to Auto Express, the new Astra will hit showrooms at some point in 2021, underpinned by a platform shared with other PSA Group brands.
Next-gen Opel Astra to feature coupé-like roofline, claims fresh report... - CAR Magazine
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Vauxhall Astra - ASTRA-NOMICAL? - OSV
Vauxhall has delivered us a smarter, cleverer and more efficient version of its British-built seventh generation Astra.
A fresh range of three cylinder petrol and diesel engines bring the oily bits up to date and make a big difference to running costs.
Plus safety now meets today's higher class standards and you can specify extra high-end luxury features you couldn't have had before.
In short, this Astra's now worth a second look.
N.B.: This is a comprehensive & in-depth review & has a duration of 56m 56s.
Vauxhall has delivered us a smarter, cleverer and more efficient version of its British-built seventh generation Astra.
A fresh range of three cylinder petrol and diesel engines bring the oily bits up to date and make a big difference to running costs.
Plus safety now meets today's higher class standards and you can specify extra high-end luxury features you couldn't have had before.
In short, this Astra's now worth a second look.
N.B.: This is a comprehensive & in-depth review & has a duration of 56m 56s.
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Yeah my Corsa that has done 404000km really has a sh*t motor...right got it.
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Well isn't it a good thing that it's just your irrelevant opinion?
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You also drive drive around with a big bottle of oil in your opels boot? I once heard they was an opel that came off the show floor not leaking oil, until they realized they never put any in, that's why.
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1980 called, they want their jokes backYou also drive drive around with a big bottle of oil in your opels boot? I once heard they was an opel that came off the show floor not leaking oil, until they realized they never put any in, that's why.
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Well, opels tech is still 80's so it's still very much applicable. Even gwm makes better (and better selling) cars nowadays.
I doubt opel even outsells Datsun at the moment.
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I've had a few Opels, they are great cars. Some can be a bit bland but if they are looked after they will last a very long time. I kept my Astra G up to 236,000km and my team manager got 350,000km on his before selling it in perfect running condition.
Where they go wrong, and horribly so, is if not well maintained. This is German cars so services need to happen on time and done correctly.
I've had the exact same experience with Peugeot. So many dodgy ones not taken care of, but if well maintained they last.
My next car will most likely be the Astra J sedan :
I test drove one and they are oh so good. Slick 6 speed manual, peppy 1.4 turbo.
Where they go wrong, and horribly so, is if not well maintained. This is German cars so services need to happen on time and done correctly.
I've had the exact same experience with Peugeot. So many dodgy ones not taken care of, but if well maintained they last.
My next car will most likely be the Astra J sedan :
I test drove one and they are oh so good. Slick 6 speed manual, peppy 1.4 turbo.
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I've had a few Opels, they are great cars. Some can be a bit bland but if they are looked after they will last a very long time. I kept my Astra G up to 236,000km and my team manager got 350,000km on his before selling it in perfect running condition.
Where they go wrong, and horribly so, is if not well maintained. This is German cars so services need to happen on time and done correctly.
I've had the exact same experience with Peugeot. So many dodgy ones not taken care of, but if well maintained they last.
My next car will most likely be the Astra J sedan :
I test drove one and they are oh so good. Slick 6 speed manual, peppy 1.4 turbo.
Aspiring to own an opel dishwasher, what's wrong with you man.
I was pulling your nuts hoping to trigger you.
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Yeah I know Garth it's ok. I get it.Aspiring to own an opel dishwasher, what's wrong with you man.
I was pulling your nuts hoping to trigger you.
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Gareth < Craig.