Vauxhall Astra Hatchback 2.0 Di LS 5d (1998/S) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Picked a 2.0 Di 16v up for £3250 a year ago.
Costs
Very cheap to run considering it's a 2.0-litre.
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On the road
Driving
Excellent! I cover 20,000 miles per year. The diesel engine is responsive and gets me out of trouble no bother, although I need to put my foot to the floor to do it. I find the heavy engine causes some oversteer on tight bends, but it does feel solid.
Performance
Reasonable. End of day, it's a diesel.
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Living with it
Reliability
Injector seals went after 110,000 miles. £350.
Image
All colour-coded, looks same as '03 model.
Comfort
Seats are hard; headrest useless; no lumbar.
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Security and Service
Security
Who really wants to steal one?
Service
Fab. Bent over backwards.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Injector seals went, 11000 expected.
Other
Getting company sticker off window difficult.
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