For The higher-powered 1.7 diesel returns more than 60mpg, and it's reasonably flexible. SRi trim comes with sporty touches like alloys and front foglights, and sports suspension makes it sharper to drive.

Against It's not the quietest diesel engine of its sort, and SRi trim costs a lot compared to the lower spec Astras.

Vauxhall Astra Hatchback

What Car? says

3 out of 5 stars

It's a cracking car, but other engine and trim combinations in the Astra range represent better value for money. Still, nice if you can afford it.

Reader review rating

2.916667
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Key facts

0–60mph
10.7 secs
Top speed
122 mph
Average mpg
62.8
Tank range
810 miles
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Buyer's notes

Target Price team says:

Owning an Astra shouldn't cost you the earth. Yes, list prices are high, but dealers will offer big discounts to prise business away from their competitors, and you'll get even larger savings from online brokers.

Fuel consumption figures are competitive for the class, and reasonable CO2 emissions (especially on Ecoflex models) mean that tax bills won't be too steep for company car drivers. Vauxhall's boffins have done lots of work to make low-speed crash damage simpler and cheaper to repair, and that also drives down insurance costs.

If you're wondering which Astra you should pick, the jury is still out – we haven't driven the full engine range yet. We will point you towards Exclusiv trim, though. It has the same air-conditioning, remote locking and electric front windows as the entry-level S model, but also adds cruise control, remote audio controls and ambient lighting. Bizarrely, though, it's actually cheaper than the equivalent S model. Go figure.

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