Vauxhall Astra Hatchback 1.8i 16V CDX 5d (2001/Y) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Cheap to buy used, virtually worth nothing at 5 years
Costs
Never managed more than 370 miles from a full tank of fuel
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On the road
Driving
Nice and easy to drive, light steering (except when parking)
Performance
Nippy perfomance, could do with a 6th gear
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Living with it
Reliability
Poor hot starting, needed a new fuel filter
Image
Dull, only alloys brighten up image
Comfort
Hard seats, too high up driving seat
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Security and Service
Security
Standard alarm, deadlocks and immobiliser
Service
Good, but choose dealership well, service varies
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Excellent
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