1998-2005 Astra OverviewOpel 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 hp
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- 25.6 - 53.5 mpg
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- 2,359 - 3,318 lbs
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- 16.2 - 43.4 ft3 (Sedan)
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- 16.2 - 40.6 ft3 (Coupé)
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- 11.7 - 38.8 ft3 (Convertible)
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- 17 - 53 ft3 (Wagon)
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- 13.1 - 41.7 ft3 (Hatchback)
This generation of the Opel Astra was produced by the German manufacturer Opel between 1998 - 2005. It's a front engined front-wheel drive car and came as a sedan, coupé, convertible, wagon or hatchback. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 64 hp 1.2 L Inline 4 gasoline engine all the way to a 197 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 2.0 16v Turbo which scores 2.4★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 197 hp and a power/weight ratio of 14 lb/hp 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 Opel 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 17-53 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,323 lbs.
Euro NCAP Results
