Vauxhall Astra Hatchback 1998-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Cheap for what you get.

    Costs

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Too early to tell (used as a courtesy car for 3 weeks - did 700 miles).

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Fidgety ride and twitchy steering. Also lets go much earlier than my previous car (a 1995 Rover 214 Si).

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very revvy, yet still smooth. Flat below 2000 revs. 0-60 in 10 secs.

  • Living with it

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Nice looking but two-a-penny.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Firm supportive seats; good driving position, if a little high; aircon.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Average for this class.

  • 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?

    No