Vauxhall Astra Hatchback 1998-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I bought 3 year old for nearly half the price of a new one.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Nothing spent yet, but but you do use a bit of fuel if you're just running around.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    The ride of the new Astras is good, but with the sports suspension it corners even better.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    100bhp is, ok but I think Vauxhall could have got a little more into the engine.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No problems yet. Have heard though that if the valves go, £££.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I personally think it's a good looking car, but with a spoiler and the stainless steel back box, it's even nicer.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I find the car very comfortable around town and on the motorway. I like the sports seats.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Only had an immobiliser, so fitted a Cat 1 alarm/immobiliser to be sure.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    They were good, but it kind of helped that I knew a salesman working there.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    The new Ecotec engine is good and goes well, even when pushed hard.

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes