Vauxhall Astra Hatchback 1998-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Sport seats and white dials a bonus.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Main dealer exspensive, spares are reasonable.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Smooth drive, responsive handling.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Lively for a 1.6, would benefit from more power at lower revs.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Not let me down....yet!

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Nice looking car, 3 door looks better though!

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Supportive sport seats, although can cause lower backache if you are tall.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Deadlocks and immobilisor as standard, nothing special.

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Have to complain to get things put right, warranty covers very little!

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Nearly £200 for cam belt and tensioners at main dealer! Got it done for £140 at smaller garage.

    Other

    Passenger side window seal has been replaced twice, wind noise at 40 mph +.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes