Vauxhall Astra Hatchback 1.4i 16V LS 5d (AC) (2000/W) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
It was a company car.
Costs
Not as economical as I'd expected.
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On the road
Driving
Good ride quality, great cornering, front a bit eager to wash out in the wet and less traction than you'd expect.
Performance
Fantastic for a 1.4. Engine thrived on revs, probably why fuel economy was so average.
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Living with it
Reliability
Two gearboxes went on me in as many weeks, but other than that it was fine.
Image
Very middle-of-the-road. I thought it looked quite stylish, however they are everywhere.
Comfort
Good ride. A little cramped if more than three people were travelling.
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Security and Service
Security
No alarm as standard.
Service
Dealer service was good, although I don't think the mechanics fitted the second gearbox since it broke two weeks after being fitted.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Vauxhall's Ecotec engines are the best thing about their cars.
Other
Every so often, AC smelled funny.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No