Vauxhall Astra Hatchback 1998-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good value if you don't pay list price.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Cheap to run, but main dealer servicing can be expensive.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    I woudn't rate its handling as highly as road tests seem to. Strong understeer, poor brakes and obstructive gear change.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Acceleration is reasonable as long as you're not in fifth gear.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Can only describe it as completely reliable.

    Image

    1 out of 5 1.0

    What image!

    Comfort

    1 out of 5 1.0

    No small bump absorption whatsoever. A real boneshaker!

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Lack of standard fit alarm.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Can't really comment since I've had no cause to deal with them.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes