2004-2011 Astra OverviewOpel Astra Overview (2004 - 2011)
2004 - 2011
Tech Specs Summary
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- 104 - 152 mph
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- 6.4 - 15.4 seconds
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- 79 - 237 hp
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- 24.2 - 49 mpg
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- 2,668 - 3,556 lbs
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- 12 - 37.8 ft3 (Coupé)
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- 15.5 ft3 (Convertible)
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- 19.1 - 56.2 ft3 (Wagon)
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- 13.4 - 45.9 ft3 (Hatchback)
This generation of the Opel Astra was produced by the German manufacturer Opel between 2004 - 2011. It's a front engined front-wheel drive car and came as a coupé, convertible, wagon or hatchback. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 79 hp 1.4 L Inline 4 gasoline engine all the way to a 237 hp 2 L Inline 4 Turbo gasoline 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 Opel Astra GTC OPC / VXR which scores 2.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 237 hp and a power/weight ratio of 12.96 lb/hp it has a top speed of 152 mph and gets to 62 mph in 6.4 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Opel Astra Caravan 1.3 CDTI 90 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 673 miles and can store 19.1-56.2 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 2,646 lbs.
Euro NCAP Results
