Vauxhall Astra Hatchback 1998-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Reasonable value comparatively.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Long service intervals (20000 miles). MPG poor at 30.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Corners well, but a bit gutless. Easy to park.

    Performance

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Acceleration poor, making overtaking hard work and fuel consumption high if pushed hard.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very good so far.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Looks at its best when left unwashed! (Otherwise boring).

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Good for small people, but restricted for leg room in the back.

  • Security and Service

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Not as helpful as they could be.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Windscreen misting is a problem, and takes permanent hot air to keep clear.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No