

New Opel Astra (including OPC?) to be revealed late in 2021 – reportĪ fresh report out of Europe claims the new-generation Opel Astra will be revealed towards the end of 2021.Īccording to German publication Auto Motor und Sport, the sixth-generation Astra (which is set to feature the “L” designation, following on from the outgoing “K” series) will be launched in the final few months of the year. Where Suffolk, UK Price £23,995 On sale now Engine 1199cc, 3-cyls, turbocharged petrol Power 143bhp at 5500rpm Torque 166lb ft at 2000-3500rpm Gearbox 6-spd manual Kerb weight 1280kg Top speed 137mph 0-62mph 8.8sec Fuel economy 51.4-54.3mpg CO2 tbc Rivals Ford Focus, Mazda 3 Vauxhall Astra 1.2 Turbo 145 Elite Nav specification

Yet given the unstoppable rise of the SUV, and the long-standing low interest rates that are driving PCP costs down to make the premium models in the class like the A-Class, BMW 1 Series and Audi A3 more affordable than ever for the family hatchback segment’s buyers that are left, it’s hard to see the Astra’s good points winning through, however much it deserves to. It’s good value, good to drive, and with impressive real-world performance and economy, and you can drive it happy in the knowledge you’re supporting UK manufacturing, It’s a shame the cabin is the way it is for there is so much to otherwise recommend about the Astra otherwise. Vauxhall Astra 1.2 Turbo 145 Elite Nav 2020 UK review
