Vauxhall Astra Estate 1998-

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Lost a lot as bought new.

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Apart from depreciation, excellent.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very good for class.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good for a diesel estate. Tows 16 foot caravan ok.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Changed two glow plugs under warranty, otherwise only changed the front tyres in 41,000 miles.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Do not think this counts if you want to buy a diesel estate.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good family car.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Seems ok - still have it!

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Good service at dealers and cheap service cost as well £80 -£130-£80.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    2 glow plugs.

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes