Vauxhall Astra Hatchback (2009 - 2015) 1.3 CDTi 16V ecoFLEX Exclusiv (Start/Stop) 5d (2011/11) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
That I'm frugal, but want interior comfort!
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They all think that its a very nice car. My father in law is considering downsizing from his Mazda 6 to this, now that he is due to retire
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes
What are you likely to buy next?
Only just bought this and planning on having it for a good few years yet!
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£11,000
When did you buy the car?
August 2011
Did you get a good deal and why?
Saved £5000 of list price
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Fuel economy, needed a larger car
What was the dealer like?
Really good experience. No pressure or annoyances at all!
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Very quiet and refined on the motorway with very little wind noise. Steering is very light - perhaps too light especially at higher speeds, but overall a great drive
What's it like to park?
The large wing mirrors allow lots of visibility to enable easy parking. The light steering helps too
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Only had the car 2 days, but so far so good. Feels solidly built and the interior quality is excellent
What's most practical about your car?
I bought the car for the fuel economy. The quoted figures are 68mpg for the combined cycle - so far I seem to be getting close to that
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
I love the interior 'ambient' lighting around the centre console as well as the iPod auxillary and cruise control.
