Vauxhall Astra Hatchback 1.6i 16V LS 5d (1998/S) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Good value for money, only IG 5 so the insurance is good for the type and size of car
Costs
Fuel econemy average. No great faults in the car, so the maintenece costs are low aswell
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On the road
Driving
Good driving position. Excellent, easy, firm gearbox
Performance
Good performance and has brilliant gear ratios, although it doesn't sound like it enjoys getting over revved, so best to keep rev's low and keep the engine quiet
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Living with it
Reliability
No problems with the running of the car
Image
Fading image as the astra MK4 is far to common nowadays, but not to worry
Comfort
The seats could be softer, but they are reasonably acceptable as they are
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Security and Service
Security
Basic, but nobody knows how good the security is until it is tested
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
The window washers are continually getting blocked which is annoying but only takes five minutes to unblock(if you have an airgun and someone who knows what they are doing)
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