Peugeot 308 SW Hybrid: long-term test review. First up, though, an introduction to our specific Astra. It mates GS Line trim with the 1.2-litre turbocharged three-cylinder petrol engine - a well Road test editor. Like the eighth-generation version we are about to consider, the Astra Mk1 changed all that. It was also the first compact Vauxhall with front-wheel drive, and to offer a The first car was powered by a zingy 1.2-litre three-pot engine, which made it a decent and sporty-sounding performer through most of the performance envelope when allied with a six-speed
Read the definitive Vauxhall Astra 2023 review from the expert What Car? team. Check specs, prices, performance and compare with similar cars.

Although for many years a hugely popular car, the Vauxhall Astra has never been one to set an enthusiastic driver's heart on fire.

I had one of those (Opel Astra of course, as I'm german) as my very first car and they are fine. Actually I sold it and bought the latest Astra. They are safe, the ride is fine too and I haven't had much problems with it. Tyranicide. • 11 yr. ago. As long as it's no bigger than a 1.6 for insurance reasons. . 3 367 357 204 477 10 7 325

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