Vauxhall Astra Hatchback 2.0 DTi 16V LS 5d (AC) (2001/51) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Seemed the best choice at the time - company car.
Costs
45mpg and 1 litre of oil every 7000 miles. No other cost.
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On the road
Driving
Suspension set up seem soft - floats at high speed. Doesn't like wet roads. Electric steering light and lacks feel.
Performance
Not bad for a diesel. Seen 130 on the clock - in Germany!
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Living with it
Reliability
No major problems so far.
Image
Boring, bland and inoffensive.
Comfort
No problems for the front. Back seat passengers complain.
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Security and Service
Security
No one's nicked it, but it should have an alarm as standard.
Service
Went to the dealer once with a minor problem. I was left for 2 hours without being informed on progress and the problem still occurs.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Termostat seems to sometimes stick open. Temperature drops to cold on the motorway.
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