Vauxhall Astra Hatchback 1984-
  • Economy

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No problems with costly parts, except head gaskets.

  • On the road

    Driving

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Does 110 mph on flat, but wont go up a hill.

    Performance

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Like above. Fast down hill, but barely gets up to 70 mph upwards.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Flooded carb twice. No other problems starting etc.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Astras will always have a good rating because of the 2.0 GTE.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Comfortable for an old car.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    It was broken into as soon as I sold it. They obviously didn't know it was a 1.2.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Never went to manufacturer.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Head gasket replacements - 2 in 2 years.

    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