Vauxhall Astra 1.5 Turbo D SRi Nav 5dr Auto Review
Category: Family car
Section: Version review

The model
Read full reviewAttractive company car tax bills and big discounts for private buyers are the two main pulls of the Vauxhall Astra. If you’re looking to inject a little excitement to your daily commute, the Ford Focus is a better bet, but the Astra is still a fair choice if you just want a down-to-earth family hatchback.
get the best priceThe trim
See full equipmentAdds a built-in sat nav to everything you get on regular SRi trim. But we’d suggest using your smartphone for directions and saving some cash.
The engine
See full engine specsThis diesel engine delivers adequate acceleration, although there is a noticeable pause between you squeezing your right foot and the car surging forward – especially from low revs. The optional nine-speed automatic gearbox available with this engine only compounds the problem, although not quite to the point the Astra feels frustratingly sluggish
Key information
56.5
370
litres
133
g/km
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