Vauxhall Astra Estate 1998-

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  • Economy

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Paid £7.3k at 8 months old - auction.

  • On the road

    Driving

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Hesitant from standstill - turbo lag?

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Brisk when moving and 45mpg average in hilly area.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Alternator and PAS failed - glad of 3 year warranty.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Acts your age for over 35s.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Decent 2+3 in UK or 2+2 for load up hols.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    NO alarm, but immobiliser.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Local dealership awful for warranty and service.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    See above.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No