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Business Contract Hire:
£ (exc. VAT)
Initial payment: £ (exc. VAT)
Excess mileage charges apply. Full Maintenance & Tyre quotes available on request
Disclaimer: The Standard Equipment, Colour and Trim, Options and Technical Data shown below is provided by a 3rd party. We therefore encourage you to check this information at the manufacturer's website before you place an order. E&OE.
Easy fuel capless refuelling system | Driver Convenience |
Embedded modem | Driver Convenience |
Ford Eco mode | Driver Convenience |
PAS | Driver Convenience |
Selectable drive mode | Driver Convenience |
Vehicle maintenance monitor | Driver Convenience |
Audio controls mounted on steering wheel | Entertainment |
Body colour door handles | Exterior Features |
Body coloured door mirrors | Exterior Features |
Body coloured lift/decklid exterior handles | Exterior Features |
Contrast cladding | Exterior Features |
Door open tyre carrier drop | Exterior Features |
Electric front windows with one touch facility for driver and front passenger | Exterior Features |
Emergency brake light flashing | Exterior Features |
Headlamp levelling | Exterior Features |
Intermittent front wash/wipe | Exterior Features |
Painted plastic rear bumper | Exterior Features |
Passenger side sliding load door with track cover | Exterior Features |
Plastic grille without ford badge | Exterior Features |
Rear door edge warn reflectors | Exterior Features |
Rear mudflaps | Exterior Features |
Rear splash guards | Exterior Features |
Trail badging | Exterior Features |
Tutone painted plastic front bumper | Exterior Features |
Wide bodyside grey mouldings | Exterior Features |
2 adjustable sunvisors | Interior Features |
2 Interior grab handles | Interior Features |
Courtesy light | Interior Features |
Driver and passenger sun visors | Interior Features |
Front manual air conditioning | Interior Features |
Front splash guards/Mud flaps | Interior Features |
Full width unglazed steel bulkhead with through load hatch | Interior Features |
Header mounted package tray | Interior Features |
Height adjustable front headrests | Interior Features |
Illuminated footwell | Interior Features |
Lockable glove box | Interior Features |
Map reading lights | Interior Features |
Molded gear shift knob | Interior Features |
Moulded cab floor liner | Interior Features |
Partial molded headliner | Interior Features |
Passenger underseat storage box | Interior Features |
Reach and rake adjustable steering column | Interior Features |
Recirculation heater | Interior Features |
Salerno leather upholstery | Interior Features |
Tool kit | Interior Features |
Colour keyed exterior pack 5 - transist custom | Packs |
Interior trim accent pack B- Transit custom | Packs |
Less rear seat pack - Transit Custom | Packs |
3 point seatbelts for all seats | Safety |
Drivers airbag | Safety |
Dual note electric horn | Safety |
Height adjustable drivers seatbelt mount | Safety |
Passenger seatbelt height adj | Safety |
Seatbelt remainder for driver and passenger | Safety |
Auto locking on drive-away | Security |
Auto relocking | Security |
Power door dead locks | Security |
Remote central locking | Security |
Speed dependent power lock group | Security |
2 12v sockets | Technical |
80 litre fuel tank | Technical |
ABS | Technical |
Auto start/stop system | Technical |
Diesel particulate filter | Technical |
ESP | Technical |
Extra heavy duty alternator | Technical |
Mechanical limited slip differential | Technical |
Mechanical parking brake | Technical |
Roll stability control | Technical |
Side wind mitigation | Technical |
Standard duty suspension | Technical |
16" 10 spoke alloy wheels contains locking wheel lug nut | Wheels |
Full wheelcovers | Wheels |
Metallic - Blue |
Metallic - Grey Matter |
Metallic - Moondust silver |
Metallic - Shadow black |
Solid - Frozen white |
Special solid - Race red |
Automatic headlamp control off | |||
Electric windshield defroster | |||
Washer fluid level indicator | |||
8" Colour TFT multi-touch screen | |||
DAB Radio | |||
Emergency assistance | |||
FordPass Connect | |||
Mini Multimedia Hub 2 USB port | |||
8" Colour TFT multi-touch screen | |||
DAB Radio | |||
Emergency assistance | |||
FordPass Connect | |||
Mini Multimedia Hub 2 USB port | |||
Navigation system | |||
Adaptive speed control | |||
Collision mitigation braking system | |||
Front parking aid | |||
High series cluster | |||
Intelligent emergency brake | |||
Lane keeping aid | |||
Leather wrapped steering wheel | |||
2nd 10 Radio speakers | |||
6 Radio speakers 2 Woofers/2 Tweeters | |||
8" Colour TFT multi-touch screen | |||
Bluetooth | |||
DAB Radio | |||
Emergency assistance | |||
ICE- Dual screen radio with TMC | |||
ICP Mini EFP | |||
Intelligent adaptive cruise control | |||
Microphone | |||
Mini Multimedia Hub 2 USB port | |||
Navigation system | |||
Kerbside side load doors | |||
Load area protection kit | |||
Load floor covering | |||
Rear climate control | |||
Rear compartment trim panel | |||
Rear compartment, heating | |||
Latch shields protect from external puncture attempts to override Mechanism | |||
RepLock prevents driver door lock | |||
Slam handles with integrated slam lock | |||
Specifically designed slam locks to courier sector | |||
Independently operate hook locks on the side/rear and release secure hooks doors | |||
Independently operated deadlocks between the door and B pillar security on both front doors | |||
Loom guards on both front doors prevents the cables and prevent access to vehicle | |||
RepLock prevents driver door lock | |||
Independently operate hook locks on the side/rear and release secure hooks doors | |||
Independently operated deadlocks between the door and B pillar security on both front doors | |||
Loom guards on both front doors prevents the cables and prevent access to vehicle | |||
RepLock prevents driver door lock | |||
Independently operate hook locks on the side/rear and release secure hooks doors | |||
Independently operated deadlocks between the door and B pillar security on both front doors | |||
Loom guards on both front doors prevents the cables and prevent access to vehicle | |||
RepLock prevents driver door lock | |||
Independently operate hook locks on the side/rear and release secure hooks doors | |||
Independently operated deadlocks between the door and B pillar security on both front doors | |||
Loom guards on both front doors prevents the cables and prevent access to vehicle | |||
RepLock prevents driver door lock | |||
Designed armourshell security pack by TVL | |||
Independently operated deadlocks between the door and B pillar security on both front doors | |||
Loom guards prevent cables to prevent access to vehicle | |||
RepLock prevents driver door lock | |||
Visual deterrent armourshells robust security with interlocking shell design and supporting bolt mechanism | |||
Designed armourshell security pack by TVL | |||
Independently operated deadlocks between the door and B pillar security on both front doors | |||
Loom guards prevent cables to prevent access to vehicle | |||
RepLock prevents driver door lock | |||
Visual deterrent armourshells robust security with interlocking shell design and supporting bolt mechanism | |||
Enhanced security lock | |||
High security anti-pick cylinder | |||
Latch shields protect from external puncture attempts to override Mechanism | |||
RepLock prevents driver door lock | |||
Slam handles with integrated slam lock | |||
Specifically designed slam locks to courier sector | |||
Black powder coated roof rack (BLYBB) | |||
Extended length running boards (BLBBL) | |||
Black powder coated roof rack (BLYBB) | |||
Extended length running boards (BLBBL) | |||
10 speakers | |||
8" Colour TFT multi-touch screen | |||
Bluetooth connectivity | |||
DAB/AM/FM radio with 2 x USB | |||
Fixed rear view camera | |||
Front fog lights | |||
ICP Mini EFP | |||
Lane departure warning system | |||
Microphone | |||
Mini Multimedia Hub 2 USB port | |||
Power foldback mirrors | |||
Power heated signal mirrors | |||
Satellite navigation system | |||
SYNC Emergency Assistance | |||
Washer tank level warn lamp | |||
Driver seat with lumbar support, armrest and multi-way controls (fore/aft, recline, height, tilt) | |||
Dual passenger seats | |||
Tray table | |||
Curtain airbags | |||
Heated driver seat with lumbar support, armrest and multi-way controls (fore/aft, recline, height, tilt) | |||
Heated single passenger seat with lumbar support, armrest and multi-way controls (fore/aft, recline, height and tilt) | |||
Mounted side airbag | |||
Heated driver seat with lumbar support, armrest and multi-way controls (fore/aft, recline, height, tilt) | |||
Heated single passenger seat with lumbar support, armrest and multi-way controls (fore/aft, recline, height and tilt) | |||
Registration Fee | On The Road | 55 | 0 |
Delivery | On The Road | 550.83333333333337 | 110.16666666666663 |
Twelve Months Road Tax | On The Road | 290 | 0 |
Automated parking system includes parking slot measurement, front and rear parking aid sensors, front foglamps | Driver Convenience | 300 | 60 |
Blind spot monitor | Driver Convenience | 0 | 0 |
BLIS (Blind spot information system) with Cross traffic alert, includes power folding door mirrors | Driver Convenience | 160 | 32 |
Configurable front parking aid contains reverse parking aid and front fog lamps | Driver Convenience | 100 | 20 |
Front and rear parking aids | Driver Convenience | 0 | 0 |
Lane departure warning contains electric windshield defroster, Automatic headlamp control Off and Mid series cluster | Driver Convenience | 335 | 67 |
Lane keeping aid (includes Lane departure warning) | Driver Convenience | 440 | 88 |
Low series cluster | Driver Convenience | 0 | 0 |
Parking slot measurement includes front and rear parking aid sensors, front foglamps | Driver Convenience | 195 | 39 |
Programmable CAN Interface Module | Driver Convenience | 300 | 60 |
Rear view camera with trailer hitch assist incudes front and rear parking sensors, and front fog lamps | Driver Convenience | 250 | 50 |
Smart tachograph | Driver Convenience | 500 | 100 |
Speed control contains leather wrapped steering wheel | Driver Convenience | 0 | 0 |
Tyre pressure monitor | Driver Convenience | 100 | 20 |
Aux input socket | Entertainment | 0 | 0 |
180 Degree rear cargo check arms | Exterior Features | 0 | 0 |
Automatic lights and wipers | Exterior Features | 0 | 0 |
Dual side load doors | Exterior Features | 300 | 60 |
Fixed window in rear cargo doors/liftgate | Exterior Features | 100 | 20 |
Halogen projector headlamps with LED daytime running lights and Adaptive cornering front fog lights | Exterior Features | 0 | 0 |
High intensity discharge headlamps with daytime running lamps level 2 and Static bending headlamps | Exterior Features | 550 | 110 |
Metallic paint | Exterior Features | 650 | 130 |
Power fold mirrors | Exterior Features | 0 | 0 |
Privacy glass | Exterior Features | 80 | 16 |
Quickclear heated windscreen | Exterior Features | 0 | 0 |
Rear cargo door check arms - 90 degree | Exterior Features | 0 | 0 |
Rear ladder | Exterior Features | 200 | 40 |
Roof flasher wiring 3/Enhanced touch screen control | Exterior Features | 255 | 51 |
Solid paint | Exterior Features | 0 | 0 |
Special solid paint | Exterior Features | 300 | 60 |
Tinted glass | Exterior Features | 0 | 0 |
Trailer tow attachments | Exterior Features | 325 | 65 |
8 Load compartment tie down loops | Interior Features | 0 | 0 |
B pillar assist handle | Interior Features | 25 | 5 |
Cargo Stowage Rail | Interior Features | 325 | 65 |
Deleting load floor covering | Interior Features | -50 | -10 |
Electronic high visibility panels | Interior Features | 1200 | 240 |
Full htg load area protection kit | Interior Features | 1250 | 250 |
Heavy Duty load area protection kit | Interior Features | 1400 | 280 |
LED load compartment light | Interior Features | 150 | 30 |
LED load compartment rail light | Interior Features | 230 | 46 |
Load area protection kit with full height load compartment trim boards and 8 tie down loops | Interior Features | 100 | 20 |
Load compartment interior light | Interior Features | 0 | 0 |
Mini overhead console | Interior Features | 0 | 0 |
Partial rubber inside floor cover | Interior Features | 0 | 0 |
Rear interior overhead stowage contains hinged rear cargo door | Interior Features | 300 | 60 |
Wood load floor cover with aluminium integrated airline rails, fixed two piece wooden floor, slip resistant and easy to clean | Interior Features | 950 | 190 |
Wooden load floor | Interior Features | 300 | 60 |
Adaptive speed control pack - Transit Custom Trend/Limited/Sport | Packs | 500 | 100 |
Armour shell security pack (TVL) - Transit custom | Packs | 940 | 188 |
Armour shell security pack (TVL) with code [SSLD] - Transit custom | Packs | 750 | 150 |
Enhanced security lock (TVL) - Transit custom | Packs | 110 | 22 |
Front seat pack 18A - Transit Custom Trail | Packs | 0 | 0 |
Front seat pack 3A - Transit Custom Trail | Packs | 300 | 60 |
Front seat pack 6A - Transit Custom Trail | Packs | 100 | 20 |
Hook lock security pack (TVL) - Transit custom | Packs | 680 | 136 |
Hook lock security pack (TVL) with code [SSLD]- Transit custom | Packs | 575 | 115 |
Hook lock security pack (TVL) with tail gate code [DSLD]- Transit custom | Packs | 755 | 151 |
Hook lock security pack (TVL) with tailgate and code [SSLD]- Transit custom | Packs | 650 | 130 |
ICE pack 21 - Transit Custom | Packs | 0 | 0 |
ICE Pack 24 - Transit Custom | Packs | 705 | 141 |
ICE pack 25 with Intelligent adaptive cruise control - Transit Custom | Packs | 760 | 152 |
Marketing CV pack 7 - Transit Custom Trail | Packs | 850 | 170 |
Marketing CV pack 7 with black powder coated roof rack - Transit Custom Trail | Packs | 0 | 0 |
Slam handle security pack (TVL) - Transit custom | Packs | 1040 | 208 |
Slam handle security pack (TVL) with code [SSLD] - Transit custom | Packs | 730 | 146 |
Sortimo van racking pack - Transit Custom | Packs | 1200 | 240 |
Visibility Pack 3 - Transit Custom | Packs | 550 | 110 |
Visibility Pack High - Transit Custom | Packs | 0 | 0 |
Metallic - Blue | Paintwork | 650 | 130 |
Metallic - Grey Matter | Paintwork | 650 | 130 |
Metallic - Moondust silver | Paintwork | 650 | 130 |
Metallic - Shadow black | Paintwork | 650 | 130 |
Solid - Frozen white | Paintwork | 0 | 0 |
Special solid - Race red | Paintwork | 300 | 60 |
First aid kit | Safety | 25 | 5 |
Front passenger airbag restraint with driver/Passenger front seat belt buckle pretensioner and Passenger air bag deactivation | Safety | 200 | 40 |
Front seatbelt pretensioners | Safety | 0 | 0 |
2 Stage unlocking with slam locking | Security | 85 | 17 |
2nd remote key | Security | 0 | 0 |
Anti-theft perimeter alarm system | Security | 150 | 30 |
Configurable Unlocking | Security | 0 | 0 |
Configurable unlocking 3 | Security | 130 | 26 |
Configurable unlocking 7 | Security | 130 | 26 |
Fleet key | Security | 10 | 2 |
Ford MyKey | Security | 50 | 10 |
Overload protection system on board weighing | Security | 1350 | 270 |
Rear window protector | Security | 175 | 35 |
Thatcham category 1 alarm with 2nd remote key | Security | 250 | 50 |
3 Pin point power converter - 230V/150W | Technical | 60 | 12 |
62mph fixed engine governor | Technical | 65 | 13 |
70mph fixed engine governor | Technical | 65 | 13 |
DPF manual regeneration | Technical | 430 | 86 |
Engiine underbody protector | Technical | 200 | 40 |
Engine RPM speed control | Technical | 55 | 11 |
Fuel filler neck without misfuel inhibit | Technical | 30 | 6 |
H7 AGM deep cycly battery | Technical | 150 | 30 |
Low series police brakes | Technical | 0 | 0 |
Misfuelling device | Technical | 0 | 0 |
Power point | Technical | 0 | 0 |
Rear power point plug | Technical | 60 | 12 |
Smart acceleration control | Technical | 50 | 10 |
Standard duty battery | Technical | 0 | 0 |
Starter equipment (-20C degree) | Technical | 0 | 0 |
Starter equipment (-29) | Technical | 100 | 20 |
SVO Auxillary fuel ports | Technical | 250 | 50 |
Salerno leather - Ebony with horizontal stichings | Trim | 0 | 0 |
15" goodyear all weather tyre - style 104 | Wheels | 330 | 66 |
16" goodyear all weather tyre - style 109 | Wheels | 330 | 66 |
Conventional steel spare wheel | Wheels | 0 | 0 |
Delete spare wheel | Wheels | -25 | -5 |
SVO Spare wheel | Wheels | 140 | 28 |
CO | Emissions - ICE | Not Available |
HC | Emissions - ICE | Not Available |
HC+NOx | Emissions - ICE | Not Available |
Noise Level dB(A) | Emissions - ICE | Not Available |
NOx | Emissions - ICE | Not Available |
Particles | Emissions - ICE | Not Available |
Standard Euro Emissions | Emissions - ICE | EURO 6 |
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb | Emissions - ICE | 189 |
Automatic Transmission | Engine and Drive Train | No |
Catalytic Convertor | Engine and Drive Train | Yes |
CC | Engine and Drive Train | 1996 |
Cooling System | Engine and Drive Train | WATER |
Cylinder Layout | Engine and Drive Train | IN-LINE |
Cylinders | Engine and Drive Train | 4 |
Engine Layout | Engine and Drive Train | FRONT TRANSVERSE |
Engine Make | Engine and Drive Train | Not Available |
Fuel Delivery | Engine and Drive Train | COMMON RAIL |
Fuel Type | Engine and Drive Train | DIESEL |
Gears | Engine and Drive Train | 6 SPEED |
Manual Transmission | Engine and Drive Train | Yes |
Number of Valves | Engine and Drive Train | 16 |
Valve gear | Engine and Drive Train | DOHC |
EC | Fuel Consumption - ICE | No |
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb | Fuel Consumption - ICE | 7.2 |
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb - TEH | Fuel Consumption - ICE | 7.8 |
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb - TEL | Fuel Consumption - ICE | 6.3 |
WLTP - MPG - Comb | Fuel Consumption - ICE | 39.2 |
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEH | Fuel Consumption - ICE | 36.2 |
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEL | Fuel Consumption - ICE | 44.8 |
Alternative Fuel Qualifying | General | No |
Did at least one aspect of this vehicles safety give cause for concern? | General | Not Available |
Badge Engine CC | General | 2.0 |
Badge Power | General | 170 |
Based On ID | General | Not Available |
Chassis Engine Number | General | Not Available |
Coin Description | General | Not Available |
Coin Gross Vehicle Weight Code | General | Not Available |
Coin Power Output Code | General | Not Available |
Coin Series | General | Not Available |
Coin Wheelbase Description Code | General | Not Available |
Coin Wheelbase Name Code | General | Not Available |
Generation Mark | General | 1 |
Ghost model for valuation purposes | General | No |
Insurance Group 1 | General | Not Available |
Insurance Group 2 | General | Not Available |
NCAP Adult Occupant Protection % | General | Not Available |
NCAP Child Occupant Protection % | General | Not Available |
NCAP Front/Side Impact - Discontinued February 09 | General | Not Available |
NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09 | General | Not Available |
NCAP Overall Rating - LCV | General | Gold |
NCAP Pedestrian - Discontinued February 09 | General | Not Available |
NCAP Pedestrian Protection % | General | Not Available |
NCAP Safety Assist % | General | 63 |
Running Cost League Headings | General | Not Available |
Service Interval Frequency - Months | General | 24 |
Service Interval Mileage | General | 25000 |
Special Edition | General | No |
Special Order | General | No |
Timing Belt Interval Frequency - Months | General | 120 |
Timing Belt Interval Mileage | General | 150000 |
Vehicle Homologation Class | General | N1 |
Vin/Frame No. | General | Not Available |
0 to 62 | Performance | Not Available |
BHP | Performance | 170 |
Engine Power KW | Performance | 125 |
Engine Torque LBS.FT | Performance | 299 |
Engine Torque MKG | Performance | 41.3 |
Engine Torque NM | Performance | 405 |
Top Speed | Performance | Not Available |
Emissions Test Cycle | Test Cycles | WLTP |
RDE Certification Level | Test Cycles | RDE 2 |
Alloys? | Tyres | Yes |
Automatic Clutch | Tyres | No |
Plated 3rd Axle | Tyres | Not Available |
Plated 4th Axle | Tyres | Not Available |
Space Saver? | Tyres | No |
Tyre Make | Tyres | Not Available |
Tyre Size Front | Tyres | 215/65 R16 |
Tyre Size Rear | Tyres | 215/65 R16 |
Tyre Size Spare | Tyres | FULL SIZE |
Wheel Style | Tyres | 10 SPOKE |
Wheel Type | Tyres | 16" ALLOY |
Front Overhang | Vehicle Dimensions | 1012 |
Height | Vehicle Dimensions | 2366 |
Height (including roof rails) | Vehicle Dimensions | Not Available |
Length | Vehicle Dimensions | 4973 |
Load Deck Height | Vehicle Dimensions | 564 |
Load Height | Vehicle Dimensions | 1778 |
Load Length | Vehicle Dimensions | 2554 |
Load Space Width Between Wheel Arches | Vehicle Dimensions | 1351 |
Load Width | Vehicle Dimensions | 1775 |
Lower Rear Door Width | Vehicle Dimensions | 1404 |
Rear Door Height | Vehicle Dimensions | 1706 |
Rear Overhang | Vehicle Dimensions | 1028 |
Side Load Door Height | Vehicle Dimensions | 1324 |
Side Load Door Width | Vehicle Dimensions | 1030 |
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb | Vehicle Dimensions | 11.6 |
Turning Circle - Wall to Wall | Vehicle Dimensions | 12.2 |
Upper Rear Door Width | Vehicle Dimensions | 1404 |
Wheelbase | Vehicle Dimensions | 2933 |
Width (excluding mirrors) | Vehicle Dimensions | 1986 |
Width (including mirrors) | Vehicle Dimensions | 2272 |
Boot Capacity Saloons | Weight and Capacities | Not Available |
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | Weight and Capacities | 80 |
Gross Train Weight | Weight and Capacities | 5240 |
Gross Vehicle Weight | Weight and Capacities | 3000 |
Load Space Volume | Weight and Capacities | 7.2 |
Luggage Capacity (Seats Down) | Weight and Capacities | Not Available |
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up) | Weight and Capacities | Not Available |
Luggage Capacity - 2nd Row Seats Removed | Weight and Capacities | Not Available |
Luggage Capacity - 2nd Row Seats Up | Weight and Capacities | Not Available |
Luggage Capacity - 3rd Row Seats Down | Weight and Capacities | Not Available |
Luggage Capacity - 3rd Row Seats Removed | Weight and Capacities | Not Available |
Luggage Capacity - 3rd Row Seats Up | Weight and Capacities | Not Available |
Max. Towing Weight - Braked | Weight and Capacities | 2500 |
Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked | Weight and Capacities | 750 |
Minimum Kerbweight | Weight and Capacities | 1914 |
No. of Seats | Weight and Capacities | 3 |
Payload | Weight and Capacities | 1008 |
Plated 2nd Axle | Weight and Capacities | 1590 |
Plated Front Axle | Weight and Capacities | 1575 |
The Astra used to be the bluest of blue collar vehicles, the choice of the terminally unadventurous customer looking for something inexpensive to buy and run that wasn't intimidatingly foreign. Back in the Eighties, the Astra's heartland was the sort of guy who liked beer and football but would be intimidated by a curry house menu. How things change. It's now become massively more sophisticated. Its old clientele has shifted its loyalty to Korean badges and it now campaigns to a far more informed buyer profile. The latest model has found a ready market and deservedly so, as it's superbly built and attractively styled. Here's how to find a decent used buy.
5dr hatch, 5dr Sports Tourer estate (1.4, 1.6 petrol, 1.3, 1.7, 2.0 diesel [Expression, S, ES, ES Tech, Exclusiv, SRi, SE and Elite)
It's rare that a car has the capacity to stun seasoned motoring journalists but the launch of the Vauxhall Astra in 2010 did exactly that. How could an Astra - an Astra! - feel quite so well screwed together? Yes, the last version had upped its game in that regard but the sixth generation model's materials quality felt on a par with the premium hatches in its class; cars like the BMW 1 Series or the Audi A3. It was as if the Astra had taken a leap forward by two generations instead. It needed to be good though, as all-new Ford Focus and Citroen C4 models were due to appear shortly thereafter and much improved Peugeot 308 and Toyota Auris versions were also waiting in the wings. A five-door model and Sports Tourer estate made it to dealerships in 2010, with existing fifth generation TwinTop convertible models continuing. A value-packed ES Tech trim level was introduced in 2011 and engines across the range were also tweaked to improve efficiency.
It's no surprise to see the Astra borrowing heavily from the pool of styling devices employed by the well received Insignia. The L-shape cut into the car's flanks is a reverse of the Insignia's but the lights, grille and bonnet bear marked similarities. Inside, it's a similar story, with the steering wheel, gear lever and centre console design lifted directly from the larger car. The dash itself curves around the front seat occupants integrating cleanly with the doors and while the centre console does host a plethora of buttons, they're clearly marked and experience with the Insignia has proved them easy enough to use. This Astra is significantly bigger than the model that preceded it. There's been an 18cm increase in length, 7cm more wheelbase and the track is 6cm wider. It gives rise to good space for three adults to occupy the rear bench and a boot of 370 litres, which is equal to the previous generation car. Vauxhall is particularly pleased with the array of storage options it has installed around the cabin, designing purpose-built receptacles for cups, sunglasses, coins, CDs and the other paraphernalia that people tend to have cluttering up their cars. Most buyers opt for the five-door hatch but there's also a Sports Tourer estate. Buyers can expect the usual wide range of engine options and trim levels, not to mention a bulging options list. The Astra range comprises seven models - Expression, S, SE Tech, Exclusiv, SRi, SE and Elite - each of which comes with high levels of equipment as standard, including ESP, six airbags, air conditioning, daytime running lights and electric windows. What To Look For (used_look)
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As is always the case with mainstream family hatches, you'll want to keep a look out for thrashed company hacks or ex-hire fleet vehicles. Ensure that the car has been serviced on the button and that the mileage on the service record stamp tallies with what the odometer says. It's also worth checking the car for accident damage as many cars will be de-fleeted early if they've had a prang and have been repaired. Ask the seller explicitly if the car has had accident damage and inspect the usual points for overspray and kinks in the underbonnet flitch plates. The engines tend to be tough units with no serious problems to report.
approx based on a 2011 Astra 1.4 Exclusiv excl. VAT) Expect a replacement clutch to set you back £165, while front brake pads can be found for around £25. Rears are nearer £40, while a radiator will cost around £150. Alternators are slightly pricier, nudging the £320 mark, so make sure your prospective used car is generating a healthy current to its battery.
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