Vauxhall Astra VXR (05-10) - Review Review by David Ross on 06 October 2005 Last Updated: 28 August 2009 This is the high performance version of the Astra - a car that competes alongside the likes of the Ford Focus ST and venerable Volkswagen Golf GTI. It certainly has the right performance credentials thanks to a turbocharged 2.0-litre engine that produces 240bhp. The styling is suitably hot hatch-esque too with a bulging bodykit, a central exhaust and large alloy wheels. But while it looks good, the VXR isn't that enjoyable to drive. The ride is simply too firm, the power delivery is anything but smooth and the steering lacks feel. While it is undoubtedly hard-edged, other hot hatches offer more enjoyment and refinement. 3 out of 5 Other Vauxhall reviews Summary Facts & Figures Equipment Driving & Performance Comfort Costs Safety & Reliability Buying & Selling Also Consider Company Car Info Owners' Reviews Gallery 4 out of 5 Equipment As the hot hatch Astra, the VXR comes well kitted out as standard. Equipment includes air conditioning, 18-inch alloys, Recaro sport seats, electric windows, ESP stability control, multi-function trip computer, CD stereo and electrically-adjustable heated exterior mirrors. Options include 19 inch wheels, sat nav, leather upholstery and xenon headlights. The special edition Nurburgring edition - introduced in late 2007 - comes with an all-white paint finish, dark tinted windows, carbon fibre effect mirrors and chequered flag body graphics. It also has a special sports exhaust made by Remus. See 37 used Vauxhall Astra VXRs for sale, starting at £7,389 Get a Vauxhall Astra VXR valuation Compare Equipment Trim Equipment Key: Standard item Optional item 3x3 point rear seat belts ABS Air conditioning Alarm Alloy wheels Audio remote Body coloured bumpers CD Driver`s airbag Electric mirrors Folding rear seats Front electric windows Front fog lights Heated mirrors Height adjustable drivers seat Isofix child seat anchor points Lumbar support Partial leather seat trim PAS Passenger`s airbag Remote locking Service indicator Side airbags Space saver spare wheel Sports seats Steering wheel rake adjustment Steering wheel reach adjustment Traction control VXR Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Car Valuations Find used car prices with Parkers accurate car valuations. Find out more Vauxhall Astra cars for sale We have 37 models like this for sale. Find Vauxhall Astra cars for sale Previous: Facts & Figures Next: Driving & Performance