Vauxhall Astra Estate (04-10) - Review

Review by David Ross on 28 August 2009

Vauxhall has produced yet another capable variant of the Astra in the form of the estate. It offers more rear legroom than the hatchback models as well as a usefully large carrying capacity. It might not have the biggest boot in the sector, but it is helped by some innovative features such as the FlexOrganiser, which can keep various items in the boot separate. There's a wide range of petrol and diesel engines too that will suit most driver's needs. The cabin is a bit of a let down though - it lacks the sophistication of alternatives such as the Ford Focus and the layout of the buttons is poor. However, that doesn't prevent the Astra estate from being a comfortable and useful family car.

3.5 out of 5

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£14,100 - £23,835

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£1,714 - £11,770

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Driving & Performance

Performance

4 out of 5
"The wide range of engines is kicked off by the 90bhp 1.4-litre model. With a 0-62mph time of 13.2..."
Handling

3.5 out of 5
"The Astra estate seems to handle almost as well as the five-door Astra hatchback. The estate is a..."

Comfort

Comfort

3.5 out of 5
"The Astra estate has a supple ride and offers plenty of room for front and rear-seat passengers. A..."
Practicality

4.5 out of 5
"Although the Astra has less luggage capacity seats down than the Renault Megane Sport Tourer and the..."
Equipment

3.5 out of 5
"The entry-level Life comes with height and reach adjustable steering, height adjustable driver's..."
Behind the wheel

3 out of 5
"The driving environment is quite cramped and storage is in short supply but the worst aspect is the..."

Costs

Running costs

4 out of 5
"The petrol and diesel engines are frugal for their various power outputs and a Vauxhall dealer..."
Green credentials

3.5 out of 5
"The Astra scores fairly well on the eco front. In 2008 an ecoFLEX model was introduced which is..."

Safety & Reliability

Safety

4 out of 5
"The estate has all of the same safety features as the hatchback which scored a maximum five stars..."
Reliability

4 out of 5
"The old Astra estate suffered few reliability problems but this one has proved more robust and..."

Buying & Selling

Buying new

3.5 out of 5
"Although still a competent family car, the Astra estate is starting to show its age now and there..."
Buying used

4 out of 5
"There's no shortage of Astra estates on the used market - both from dealers and private sellers."
Selling

3.5 out of 5
"Focus on the useful features and the extra rear legroom over the hatchback to make the sale. People..."