Vauxhall Astra Hatchback 1998-

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  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Holds its value well and good for the money.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Under warranty, but nothing's gone wrong in 5 months.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Presice steering. Very much a drivers car.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very good. Strong performance from a 1.6 Eco-tec.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Few little niggles on starting on cold mornings, but sorted out now.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    They look alright with some Irmscher bits on, but other wise an everyday car.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Seats are very supportive and hold you in place.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Mine had a Vauxhall alarm fitted when I got it, but immobiliser is standard.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    I've had some rust problems that weren't put right 1st time. It took 3 times to sort out.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Few little niggles on the starting first time in the cold mornings.

    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