2017 Vauxhall Astra Elite Nav 1.6 CDTi from UK and Ireland
Summary:
Still the best mid range hatch for the cash
Faults:
Front spring broke and had to be replaced at its first MOT. Generally the car has had all services and I have only replaced wear and tear parts, no major faults.
General Comments:
This bright red 2017 Astra is ideal transport for just about anyone. I have owned many cars like this and the Astra feels like the perfect middle ground of them all, taking into account driving pleasure and ease of ownership.
1.6 CDTi is very, very economical. Fast enough but obviously it will not set the world on fire with performance. But for everyday driving it is ideal. I'd be suspect of the long term reliability of the diesel engine though, I have had trouble with them in the past. If this is a concern, the petrol models are probably better in the long run in all honesty. The car is fun to drive, a Ford Focus does handle better, but this car is otherwise as capable in every other department.
Elite Nav is near top spec. Interior is nice and has plenty of modern kit. I couldn't care less about the digital features because I am an older guy, but options to connect a phone and listen to music are all there if you want it. Seats are very nice and comfortable on long journeys.
Exterior wise the car is great looking in my opinion. Boot space is reasonable.
Difficult to say much more, and difficult to fault, the Astra has always been reliable decent transport for the masses, and the more modern ones are still very much that, and with added style, what more could you want?
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 3rd August, 2023
3rd Aug 2023, 15:09
My car is much the same except diesel. These really are the best cars for the money. My father had every generation of Astra before this going back to the early 1980's, and never any major problems, and it was always the most economical car in the family.