Vauxhall Astra Hatchback 1.4i 16V Envoy 5d (AC) (2000/W) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
£2750 2nd hand (I know!) with only 51400 on the clock. Previous company car
Costs
After full service (£130) can get almost 400 mile from full tank (mixed motorway & urban driving)
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On the road
Driving
Driving position is uncomfortable (compared to Nissan Micra). Little lumbar support even after adjustments. Good P/ Steering
Performance
Responsive with reasonable acceleration & minimal roll on sharp turns even with full load. Reasonable motorway performance. Tops out at 4500rpm & steering wheel begins to shake
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Living with it
Reliability
Starts up everytime
Image
Driving a purple Nissan Micra (97) before so my street cred has gone up somewhat. Nice lines through out
Comfort
Can comfortably fit 4 adults. Good A/ C & stereo. Annoying wipers (set to wipe x6 if screenwash requested)
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Security and Service
Security
Annoying x2 click central locking (x1 c/lock x2 dead lock) system
Service
N/A
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Standard Ecotec no mod.
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