1998-2005 Astra OverviewVauxhall Astra Overview (1998 - 2005)
1998 - 2005
Tech Specs Summary
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- 98 - 152 mph
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- 7.5 - 17.5 seconds
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- 64 - 197 BHP
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- 30.7 - 64.2 mpg
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- 1,070 - 1,505 kg
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- 370 - 1,180 L (Hatchback)
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- 330 - 1,100 L (Convertible)
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- 460 - 1,150 L (Coupé)
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- 460 - 1,230 L (Saloon)
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- 480 - 1,500 L (Estate)
This generation of the Vauxhall Astra was produced by the German manufacturer Vauxhall between 1998 - 2005. It's a front engined front-wheel drive car and came as a hatchback, convertible, coupé, saloon or estate. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 64 BHP 1.2 L Inline 4 petrol engine all the way to a 197 BHP 2 L Inline 4 Turbo petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and torsion beam rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Astra is the Vauxhall Astra 2.0 16v Turbo which scores 2.4★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 197 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 158 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 149 mph and gets to 62 mph in 7.5 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Vauxhall Astra Caravan 1.7 CDTI 16v is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.8★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 718 miles and can store 480-1,500 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 600 kg.
Euro NCAP Results
