Vauxhall Astra

Model reviewed: 1.2-litre petrol manual Elite Nav
“With new engines and more equipment, Vauxhall has done an impressive job with the mid-life refresh for the Astra and made it into a more appealing package.”
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Score: 7.8 / 10
“The Astra is easy to live with, offers a quality interior, has enough performance while majoring on ride comfort, and boasts competitive levels of equipment.”
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Model reviewed: Range review
Score: 7 / 10
“A quietly impressive car overall.”
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Model reviewed: (range review)
Score: 8 / 10
“The latest Astra was developed in the UK, and it shows – it performs very well on our roads. It also looks great inside and out, and there’s more space inside than in the old car, even though the latest model is smaller on the outside.”
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Model reviewed: 1.2 145 Elite Nav
Score: 8 / 10
“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.”
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Score: 8 / 10
“Vauxhall’s British-built hatchback is a contender once again.”
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Model reviewed: 1.6-litre diesel manual ecoFLEX
Score: 8 / 10
“The Astra might not have the desirability of the Golf – and really that’s its downfall – but it’s affordable, economical spacious and balances long-distance comfort with a surprising amount of back-road fun.”
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Model reviewed: Sports Tourer Estate 1.6-litre petrol Elite Nav
Score: 8 / 10
“The new Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer impressed us as much as the likeable hatchback did. This is a well thought-through wagon and one we think more buyers should consider before they plough drone-like into the next fashionable SUV or MPV.”
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Model reviewed: (range review)
Score: 8.2 / 10
“This Vauxhall Astra is the best yet. It combines efficient engines, an enjoyable driving experience and a stylish design to make it one of the best family hatchbacks on sale.”
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Model reviewed: SRi Nav
Score: 6 / 10
“Surprisingly attractive, comfortable and likeable. It feels quick (ish), nimble (ish), with fuel economy verging on the inconceivable. The start of a new chapter for Vauxhall?” (Chris Evans)
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Model reviewed: (range review)
Score: 8 / 10
“The new Astra is certainly much improved compared to the car it replaces, especially when it comes to the interior, while comfort levels are impressive. “
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Model reviewed: Hatchback range
Score: 7.6 / 10
“Astra gains cleaner engines – time to look at it again?”
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Model reviewed: Sports Tourer estate range
Score: 8 / 10
“Spacious Vauxhall Astra estate is a good all-rounder, but lacks badge appeal”
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Model reviewed: 1.6-litre petrol manual SRi
Score: 4 / 10
“It was red and turbocharged and would be fine for anyone who needs four wheels and a place to sit down when moving about.” (Jeremy Clarkson)
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Model reviewed: 1.2-litre petrol manual Elite Nav
Score: 8 / 10
“With these new economical and powerful drivelines, chassis tweaks and connectivity improvements, the Vauxhall Astra is a fitting rival to the Focus and Golf even if it doesn’t show a clear lead.”
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Model reviewed: 1.6-litre diesel manual Tech Line
Score: 8 / 10
“The Vauxhall Astra is a solid performer that undercuts the VW Golf in price and serves as a tempting alternative to mainstream rivals with its blend of space, equipment and performance.”
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Score: 7 / 10
“Hold the front page: Focus and Golf drivers, here’s an Astra you may actually like.”
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Score: 8 / 10
“There’s a range of engine choices for the Sports Tourer, including petrol and diesel options, that offer competitive fuel economy, alongside CO2 emissions figures that will appeal to private and company car buyers alike.”
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Score: 8 / 10
“The Vauxhall Astra is a well-rounded, good-value family hatch that offers plenty of room at an affordable price.”
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Model reviewed: (range review)
Score: 6.2 / 10
“This is a very solid all-rounder with peppy and characterful engines and an easy-to-drive nature. It offers good value, too, but doesn’t quite hit the highs of the best in the medium hatchback class.”
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