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Vauxhall Astra VXR (2005-2010) review

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Parkers overall rating: 3 out of 53.0

At a glance

Price new £22,810
Used prices £937 - £2,703
Road tax cost £430
Insurance group 34
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Fuel economy Not tested to latest standards
Range 343 miles
Number of doors 3
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Available fuel types

Petrol

Pros & cons

PROS

Tremendous pace, keen handling, purposeful styling

CONS

Performance delivery lacks polish, drab interior, uncomfortably stiff ride, lacks feelgood factor

Written by David Ross Updated: 15 September 2025

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